Product Description
The CAMCO 9953 is a professional-grade element socket designed for use with E-type, F-type, and S-type water heater heating elements. This tool gives technicians a reliable way to remove and install threaded heating elements without damaging the element hex or tank flange. Built for repeated use in the field, it fits standard drive tools and is sized to handle the torque demands of element service. Plumbers and water heater technicians reach for this socket when servicing residential and light commercial water heaters where element replacement is part of routine maintenance or diagnostic work.
This socket is applicable to electric water heater service calls where E, F, or S style heating elements are installed. It is commonly used during element replacement, inspection, or when diagnosing no-heat or slow-recovery complaints. The socket is suited for residential tank-type electric water heaters and is a standard addition to any plumber or HVAC technician carrying water heater service equipment.
Key Features
- Compatible with E-type, F-type, and S-type heating elements
- Professional-grade construction for repeated field use
- Sized for standard drive tools used in water heater service
- Compact form factor at 5.81 inches tall and 4 inches wide for easy toolbox storage
- Lightweight at 0.832 pounds for one-handed handling on the job
Compatibility
Designed as an OEM-style service tool for use with E-type, F-type, and S-type threaded heating elements found in standard residential and light commercial electric water heaters.
Installation Notes
Element socket service should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified water heater technician. Before beginning, shut off electrical power to the water heater at the breaker and close the cold water supply valve to relieve tank pressure safely. Use the socket with a compatible drive handle or breaker bar rated for the torque required to break loose a seized element. Do not use impact drivers at high torque settings, as this can crack tank flanges or damage element threads.
Technical Specifications
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Element Types Supported: E, F, S
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Unit Height: 5.81 inches
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Unit Width: 4 inches
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Unit Depth: 2.06 inches
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Unit Weight: 0.832 pounds
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Country of Origin: China
Standard Information
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Brand: CAMCO
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Manufacturer Part Number: 9953
