Camco Mfg 20810 Aluminum Water Heater Drain Pan 26 in

Product Description

The CAMCO MFG 20810 is an aluminum drain pan designed to catch water heater leaks and condensate before they damage floors or surrounding structures. Built with a 26-inch inside diameter and a 2.25-inch depth, it fits beneath standard residential gas or electric water heater tanks. The pan ships with a PVC drain fitting compatible with both 1-inch and 1.5-inch drain line connections. A pre-cut side opening simplifies fitting installation without fieldwork on the pan body. Aluminum construction resists rust, corrosion, and cracking over the life of the installation. Plumbers and HVAC technicians install this pan as part of routine water heater replacements or when local codes require secondary leak containment.

This drain pan is suited for residential and light-commercial water heater installations where a 26-inch tank footprint is present. It accommodates both gas-fired and electric water heater configurations. The included dual-size PVC fitting allows the installer to tie into either a 1-inch or 1.5-inch drain line, which covers the most common rough-in scenarios found in utility closets, garages, and mechanical rooms.

Key Features

• 26-inch inside diameter fits standard residential water heater tanks
• 2.25-inch depth provides meaningful leak containment volume
• Aluminum construction will not rust, corrode, or crack
• Includes PVC drain fitting sized for 1-inch and 1.5-inch drain lines
• Pre-cut side opening eliminates field drilling for the drain fitting
• Compatible with both gas and electric water heater installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation drain pan for residential gas and electric water heaters with a 26-inch tank base diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber during a water heater replacement or new installation. Shut off the water supply and power or gas to the existing water heater before positioning the pan. Connect the included PVC fitting to an approved drain line routed to a floor drain or exterior per local plumbing code requirements. Many jurisdictions following the Uniform Plumbing Code or International Plumbing Code require a drain pan with a piped outlet on water heaters installed above living spaces or finished areas.