Smitty Pan SMPANSO36ST Water Heater Pan 36 Inches

Product Description

The SMITTY PAN SMPANSO36ST is a 36-inch aluminum water heater pan designed to catch and redirect water from leaks or pressure relief valve discharge. Built for installation beneath residential and light commercial water heaters, this pan helps protect floors, subfloors, and surrounding structures from water damage. The side drain outlet allows a drain line to be routed to a nearby floor drain or exterior point without requiring overhead clearance above the pan. Licensed plumbers and HVAC technicians typically specify this type of pan during new installations and equipment replacements.

This pan is suited for residential and light commercial applications where a large-diameter water heater requires a code-compliant drip pan beneath the unit. A 36-inch pan accommodates larger tank-style water heaters commonly found in commercial utility rooms, multi-family mechanical rooms, and high-demand residential installs. The side drain configuration is particularly useful in tight mechanical spaces where a bottom drain outlet would be obstructed by the floor or platform surface.

Key Features

• 36-inch diameter fits large tank-style water heaters
• Aluminum construction resists corrosion in wet service environments
• Side drain outlet simplifies drain line routing in confined spaces
• Low-profile design sits flat beneath the water heater base
• Helps meet local plumbing code requirements for water heater drip pans

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation drip pan for large-diameter tank-style water heaters requiring a 36-inch pan with side drain outlet.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with IPC and local plumbing code requirements. Shut off the water supply and power or gas to the water heater before repositioning the unit to set the pan in place. Connect the side drain outlet to an approved drain line using the appropriate fitting and slope the line toward a floor drain or exterior termination point. Do not allow the drain line to terminate in a location where discharged water could create a hazard.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 36 inches
• Material: Aluminum
• Drain Type: Side Drain

Standard Information

• Brand: SMITTY PAN
• Manufacturer Part Number: SMPANSO36ST