{"product_id":"rheem-ap11251e-3-dip-tube-3-4dia-x-27-1-8long","title":"Rheem AP11251E-3 DIP TUBE 3\/4\"DIA X 27-1\/8\"LONG","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRheem AP11251E-3\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM replacement dip tube designed for use with compatible Rheem water heaters. This component plays a critical role in water heater performance by directing incoming cold water to the bottom of the tank, ensuring efficient heating and preventing the mixing of cold inlet water with the already heated water near the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e AP11251E-3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rheem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27-1\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Dip Tube?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dip tube is an internal water heater component that channels cold water from the inlet connection down to the bottom of the tank. Over time, dip tubes can crack, break, or deteriorate, resulting in reduced hot water output and small plastic fragments appearing in faucet screens or fixtures. Replacing a faulty dip tube restores proper water heater function and efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the \u003cstrong\u003epart number AP11251E-3\u003c\/strong\u003e matches your existing dip tube or is listed as compatible with your specific Rheem water heater model before purchasing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the \u003cstrong\u003e3\/4\" diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e27-1\/8\" length\u003c\/strong\u003e match your water heater's requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine Rheem OEM part\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring proper fit and reliable performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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":51515197849906,"sku":"AP11251E-3","price":9.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/malachypartsplus.com\/products\/rheem-ap11251e-3-dip-tube-3-4dia-x-27-1-8long","provider":"Malachy Parts+","version":"1.0","type":"link"}