ATLANTIC magnesium anode M8, Ø26×186 mm, for VERTIGO STEATITE water heaters, 040208

ATLANTIC Magnesium Anode M8 Ø26×186 mm, VERTIGO STEATITE, 040208

ATLANTIC 040208 is a magnesium sacrificial anode for electric water heaters, designed to protect the enamelled steel tank against corrosion. The magnesium anode acts as a consumable protective element and gradually wears away during operation.

The anode has a diameter of 26 mm, a length of 186 mm and an M8 mounting thread. The manufacturer's spare-part reference is 040208.

ATLANTIC spare-parts documentation lists anode 040208 for VERTIGO STEATITE water heaters, including the VERTIGO STEATITE Wi-Fi 80 version. The exact appliance product code should be checked before ordering.

Through a natural electrochemical reaction, the magnesium anode gradually releases magnesium that helps protect the metal surface of the enamelled tank. For this reason, the anode is consumed during operation and eventually requires replacement.

The rate of anode wear depends on water composition, mineral content, water hardness and the intensity of water-heater use. ATLANTIC recommends regular inspection of both the water heater and the magnesium anode.

ATLANTIC states that the magnesium anode should be replaced when its diameter has been reduced by wear to below approximately 10 mm. Timely replacement helps maintain effective corrosion protection of the tank.

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