Smitty Pan SMPANSO26ST Aluminum Water Heater Pan 26 Inches

Product Description

The SMITTY PAN SMPANSO26ST is an aluminum water heater pan designed to catch and redirect condensation, leaks, and overflow from residential water heater installations. At 26 inches in diameter, this pan fits larger tank-style water heaters and features a side drain outlet that allows a drain line to route water away from the installation area. The aluminum construction resists corrosion in wet environments, making it a reliable long-term solution for water heater containment. Plumbers and mechanical contractors install this pan as a code-required safeguard beneath water heaters located in living spaces, attics, garages, and utility rooms.

This pan is intended for use with tank-style water heaters in residential and light commercial applications. The 26-inch diameter accommodates larger water heater units where standard smaller pans would not provide adequate coverage. The side drain configuration is common in installations where a floor drain is not directly below the unit, allowing the installer to run a drain line horizontally to a nearby drain point. It is a straightforward replacement or new-installation pan for plumbing rough-in and finish work.

Key Features

• 26-inch diameter accommodates larger tank-style water heaters
• Side drain outlet allows horizontal drain line routing
• Aluminum construction provides corrosion resistance in wet service environments
• Designed for code-compliant water heater installations in occupied and utility spaces
• Shallow pan profile fits standard water heater installation clearances

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation drain pan for tank-style residential water heaters requiring a 26-inch diameter pan with side drain outlet.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with local plumbing codes and the International Plumbing Code (IPC). Shut off the water supply and power or gas to the water heater before positioning the pan. Ensure the drain line connected to the side outlet is run with adequate slope to a code-approved drain point and is not reduced in diameter from the pan outlet size. Verify local code requirements for pan drain line termination location, as some jurisdictions have specific rules regarding where the drain may discharge.