5500 watt 240 VAC RIPPLE element for $27.34 ea

[Jaybird]

Not mine you guys but I just saw them and thought I would share. Looks like if you buy 2 they will ship free!



http://www.homedepot.com/p/Camco-55...-Density-Water-Heater-Element-02963/204219605

Cheers
Jay

 

[jdelacruz17]

Is anyone using these?? I'm researching a build right now and these are the least expensive so far. Good deal if they work.

 

[Jaybird]

I ordered a few for my brewery.....

Cheers
Jay

 

[Bobby_M]

But how much does it cost when you have to replace them when the base rusts?

 

[cod3ck]

but how much does it cost when you have to replace them when the base rusts?

+1

 

[Jaybird]

But how much does it cost when you have to replace them when the base rusts?

Well I have been using the same non stainless 5500 watt element AND 1500 watt element in my HLT for at least 10 years, probably closer to 12. I would say rust has not been an issue for me. .

Cheers
Jay

 

[jdelacruz17]

Sounds good I'll be ordering a couple today!

 

[Jaybird]

Had to give em a run for their money today....

I was trying to post a short Video but having issues. So this is all ya get...LOL

Cheers
Jay

 

[ccbadd]

But how much does it cost when you have to replace them when the base rusts?

I coated my base with silicone to seal it.

 

[masonsjax]

If you're not in a rush, keep an eye on Amazon. These are the elements I'm using. One was about $27, but the other I snagged when the price dropped to $17 and change. I painted my bases with por15 I think it's called, a rust impeding paint that's supposedly food safe.

 

[techbrewie]

Hey all, FYI Stainless steel Wavy ULWD elements are now on amazon. Picked one up and installing in my rig when I have time... $29 shipped with prime

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0183KIU1E/?tag=skimlinks_replacement-20

 

[cosmatics]

Damn that seems cheap as hell. Must try and resist....

 

[Jaybird]

Hey all, FYI Stainless steel Wavy ULWD elements are now on amazon. Picked one up and installing in my rig when I have time... $29 shipped with prime

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0183KIU1E/?tag=skimlinks_replacement-20

OUTSTANDING! I may just have to order a couple for the COOL factor They do look nice and pretty ....

That is a KILLER find!

Cheers
Jay

 

[tmendick]

Why would it only be LWD though? That's what it says on Amazon

 

[masonsjax]

I'm certain that's just an oversight. It's obviously the same length and wattage as it's non stainless counterpart.

 

[FuzzeWuzze]

I'm certain that's just an oversight. It's obviously the same length and wattage as it's non stainless counterpart.

LWD 5500W ripple Elements do exist, i wouldnt consider it an oversight.

Its made by Demord, who as far as i can tell are just a mass producer in China who sell on Alibaba to other retailers . They have no website i can find.

 

[masonsjax]

The density rating comes from the wattage divided by the length. These are the exact same model as the ULWD 5500w ripple elements everyone has been using, except that they are stainless. In this case, it's an oversight.

 

[cosmatics]

I'm confused as to what the oversight is? I got 2 of these, came in mail yesterday. Can I bench test them or something?

 

[techbrewie]

In the amazon questions it seems this element is a bit shorter than the other and a little higher in watt density. The non stainless wavy seems to be at about 7 watts /cm2 and the SS version seems to be about 12.88 watts per cm2. I have no idea if this is significant. sorry for the oversight guys! i saw stainless and wavy and lost my head :-(

*edit*
quick conversion thats 45.1612 W/in2 for the non-ss, an about 80 W/in2 for the SS in difference. again, no idea if that is significant.

 

[cosmatics]

So these would be better suited to HLTs only? Risk of scorching?

 

[masonsjax]

According to the comments on the item, the length of the element when seated is 13 7/8", which is slightly longer than what my ULWD Camco elements measure. In fact in the questions, both elements are claimed to be 12.88 w/cm^2