{"product_id":"rheem-ap12992d-3-nipple-heat-trap-3-4nptx4lg","title":"Rheem AP12992D-3 NIPPLE HEAT TRAP 3\/4\"NPTX4\"LG","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRheem AP12992D-3\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e3\/4\" NPT x 4\" long heat trap nipple\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for use with water heaters. This component plays a key role in improving energy efficiency by reducing standby heat loss through convective flow in the water supply and hot water outlet connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rheem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e AP12992D-3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\" NPT (National Pipe Thread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat Trap Nipple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Heat Trap Nipple?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eheat trap nipple\u003c\/strong\u003e is a plumbing fitting installed at the water heater's inlet and outlet ports. It is designed to prevent the natural convection of hot water out of the tank and cold water into the tank when no water is being used, helping to \u003cstrong\u003ereduce energy consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e and maintain water temperature more efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eRheem OEM replacement part\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered specifically for compatibility with Rheem water heater models. Always verify your water heater's model number and part requirements before purchasing to ensure a proper fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results and to maintain warranty coverage, installation should be performed by a \u003cstrong\u003equalified plumbing professional\u003c\/strong\u003e in accordance with local codes and the manufacturer's specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0\" \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0\" \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0\" \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Rheem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51515264926002,"sku":"AP12992D-3","price":8.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/malachypartsplus.com\/es\/products\/rheem-ap12992d-3-nipple-heat-trap-3-4nptx4lg","provider":"Malachy Parts+","version":"1.0","type":"link"}