Water Quality Improvement Professional
The most common driver of accelerated anode consumption is elevated electrical conductivity in the water, not the mere presence of sodium ions (or the absence of Calcium).
I have been solving corrosion problems for three decades, from residential systems in Utah to mission-critical industrial and institutional systems on multiple continents.
The corrosion-mechanism is not mysterious once you understand what is happening at the electrode interface inside your water heater.
Whether your water heater is tank-type or tankless, gas-fired or electric, proper maintenance and water treatment are essential to keeping it working efficiently and effectively for a very long time. Keeping your water heater protected and well maintained is one of the best investments you can make in the safety and comfort of your family.
You install a water softener for your customer. Years go by with uninterrupted, trouble-free performance. Your customer adds salt as directed, they have the system(more…)