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Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density

Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density

Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density
$ 9.27

Score By Feature

Based on 540 ratings
Easy to install
9.68
Value for money
9.32

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Product Description

Heating element with a high Watt density
The UL has been affixed to it
The software is easy to install
Tanks must have a minimum diameter of 15 inches

Questions & Answers

If I need a low watt density or high watt density version, how do I determine which I need?

It is typically original water heaters that use high Watt Density elements. The standard elements are those that are considered common to all. It is simply a better version of the high watt density because it allows the heat to be spread across a larger surface area (the element is commonly folded back on itself), and lasts longer in hard water conditions which might cause the high watt density element to burn out sooner. When the watt density of the element is low, but the total output is the same, then it will heat the water in the same amount of time. However, in areas of hard water where the elements are quickly coated with lime, it may be better to go with an ultra low All of these elements provide the same amount of watts and heating (assuming that they are all 4500W 240V), however, the main difference between them is that they come in three different levels good (HWD), better (LWD) and best (ULWD) options. Here is information I hope will be helpful to you and answer

Could you please tell me if this fits the Wec080C2X045 Westinghouse model? I appreciate it. ?

As long as the voltage and wattage are the same, it will work.

What is the role of washer in this element?

May 1, 2020 is the date I ordered two units. The washers on both came with new ones. Earlier this week, I replaced the upper and lower housings I have now installed the lower parts of my Bradford White 40 gal and they appear to work well.

It seems to be stainless steel, but is it really?

Our best guess is that it is There is no way to know whether the material is stainless or not.

Selected User Reviews For Camco 02342/02343 4500W 240V Screw-In Water Heater Element - High Watt Density

More than 3 months ago, I replaced a bad unit with this one, and it has worked great ever since
5/5

The first thing we discovered when we got home after being away for three months was that there was The boys messed around with the water heater and discovered that one of the heating elements had failed. Based on some research, we knew what size we needed, so I ordered this from Amazon, had it within 2 days, and after watching a YouTube video, one of my sons figured out how to change the size. The system has been in place for over 3 months now and is working well. It is a blessing to have an older son!.

Natasha Grimes
Natasha Grimes
| Dec 13, 2020
Perfect! Thanks so much for your help! My 65 Gallon Bradford White electric water heater is cold while I take showers
5/5

I replaced the thermostats after a week of cold water. The solution did not work, but it was okay to update the thermostats. After exhausting all options, this seemed to be my next best choice. It would have helped if I had used a multimeter, but I figured I would give it a shot anyway. Rusted and grimy, the old elements held no promise of long-term performance. The elements worked well and I have had no issues with them in the past few months. I looked up a few YouTube videos on how to install them myself. Is the tank even required to be drained at all. We got the tool wrench although you probably won't use it again, but we couldn't have done this without it. If you haven't flushed in the past 12 months, I recommend you do that. We were able to make a real difference in our life without it.

Artemis MARSDEN
Artemis MARSDEN
| Jul 17, 2021
This product does exactly what it is supposed to do and at a very reasonable price
5/5

I keep 2 on hand at all times at our cabin in the Adirondacks. Besides being iron-rich, well water is also alkaline It is heavy and corrodes the electric elements in our water heaters. Despite their relatively low price, these Camco elements provide clear image clarity and last almost as long as much more expensive components we've bought in the past. The price is a fraction of what it once was.

Amelie Kelly
Amelie Kelly
| Apr 14, 2021
Heating my water will be accomplished by this element
5/5

Amazon requires one to write a review before they will let a customer review a product. I am only using my review for 40 days. I have heated my water so far using it. It will be more easy for me to assess after a year when I know the truth.

Bria Butler
Bria Butler
| Aug 06, 2021
It was a pleasure doing business with you
5/5

The item I ordered was not right for the unit I ordered it for, although it appeared to be the right fit. The product appeared to be well made and well designed. It was covered by the refund policy and there was no question about any of it.

Arturo Santos
Arturo Santos
| Jan 16, 2021
Bring the hot water to a boil
5/5

It's been a life saver to have your company by my side.

Daniel Walter
Daniel Walter
| Apr 17, 2021
This product matched the description perfectly and was easy to install
5/5

Also, price and delivery were in line with the description. This product matched the description perfectly and was easy to install. Also, price and delivery were in line with the description.

Sariah Harper
Sariah Harper
| Aug 04, 2021
I hope this one lasts a little Here's hoping it lasts me at least as long as the unit I had before lasted for 3 years!
4/5
Sutton Carney
Sutton Carney
| Mar 31, 2021

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