Camco Mfg 20850 Aluminum Water Heater Drain Pan 28 in

Product Description

The CAMCO MFG 20850 is an aluminum drain pan designed to catch leaks and condensate beneath residential water heaters. Measuring 28 inches inner diameter and 2.25 inches deep, it provides a reliable containment footprint for standard tank-style units. The pan is constructed from aluminum, which will not rust, corrode, or crack over time the way steel or plastic alternatives can. A PVC drain fitting is included and installs into a pre-cut side opening, allowing the tech to route water away from the installation area without additional cutting or fabrication. This part is installed by licensed plumbers during new water heater installations or replacements.

This drain pan is suited for use under gas or electric tank-style water heaters in residential applications. It fits units with a tank diameter that falls within the 28-inch interior dimension. The pre-cut side opening accepts the included PVC drain fitting, making field installation straightforward. Plumbers commonly install drain pans in attic, closet, garage, and finished-space locations where local codes or common practice require secondary leak containment beneath the water heater.

Key Features

• 28-inch inner diameter accommodates standard tank-style water heaters
• 2.25-inch depth provides meaningful leak and condensate containment volume
• Aluminum construction resists rust, corrosion, and cracking
• Pre-cut side opening eliminates field drilling for drain line connection
• PVC drain fitting included — no separate fitting purchase required
• Compatible with both gas and electric water heater installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation drain pan for gas or electric residential tank-style water heaters requiring a 28-inch interior diameter pan.

Installation Notes

This pan is installed by a licensed plumber during water heater installation or replacement. Shut off the water supply and power or gas to the unit before beginning work. Insert the included PVC fitting into the pre-cut side opening and connect the drain line per local plumbing code requirements, including the International Plumbing Code where adopted. Verify the pan sits level under the tank so water drains toward the fitting rather than pooling on the opposite side.