Camco 2343 Screw-in Water Heater Element 4500W 240V

Product Description

The CAMCO 2343 is a screw-in electric water heater heating element rated at 4500 watts and 240 volts. It replaces failed or degraded lower or upper elements in residential electric storage water heaters, restoring normal hot water recovery and heating capacity. The screw-in design threads directly into the element port on the heater tank. Plumbers and water heater service technicians install this element as a straightforward replacement during routine service calls or emergency no-hot-water calls. At 0.614 pounds, it is a lightweight, single-unit replacement part suited for standard residential tank water heater applications.

This element is intended for use in residential electric water heaters equipped with screw-in element ports. It is rated for 240-volt single-phase circuits, which is the standard supply voltage for residential electric water heater installations. The 4500W rating is the most common wattage found in residential 40- to 80-gallon electric storage tank water heaters. Service technicians typically carry this element as a standard stock item for same-visit replacements on electric water heater service calls.

Key Features

• 4500-watt output at 240 volts for standard residential electric water heater service
• Screw-in mounting style for direct thread-in installation at the element port
• Lightweight at 0.614 pounds for easy handling in tight utility closet installs
• Compatible with E, F, and S style water heater element configurations as noted in product designation
• Sold as a single replacement unit

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement screw-in heating element for residential electric storage tank water heaters equipped with standard screw-in element ports rated at 240 volts.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified water heater technician. Before servicing, shut off the electrical supply at the breaker and close the cold water supply valve to the tank. Drain sufficient water from the tank to expose the element port before removal. Follow applicable local plumbing codes and the National Electrical Code (NEC) for wiring and circuit protection requirements.

Technical Specifications

• Wattage: 4500 watts
• Voltage: 240 volts
• Mounting Type: Screw-In
• Unit Height: 18.5 inches
• Unit Width: 4 inches
• Unit Depth: 2 inches
• Unit Weight: 0.614 pounds
• Country of Origin: China

Standard Information

• Brand: CAMCO
• Manufacturer Part Number: 2343