{"product_id":"rheem-ap11273g-28-1-2long-1dia-dip-tube","title":"Rheem AP11273G 28 1\/2\"LONG,1\"DIA \"DIP-TUBE\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rheem \u003cstrong\u003eAP11273G\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 directing cold incoming water to the bottom of the tank, ensuring optimal heating efficiency and consistent hot water delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 1\/2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e AP11273G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rheem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponent Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dip Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Dip Tube?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003edip tube\u003c\/strong\u003e is an internal water heater component that channels cold water entering the tank down to the lower portion of the tank. This ensures that cold water is heated efficiently before being drawn out from the top as hot water. A damaged or broken dip tube can result in inconsistent water temperatures, reduced hot water supply, or plastic debris in your water lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace Your Dip Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing a worn or broken dip tube with the correct Rheem OEM part helps restore proper water heater function. Ensure this part is compatible with your specific Rheem water heater model before purchasing by verifying your unit's model number against Rheem's compatibility guidelines.\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":51515198374194,"sku":"AP11273G","price":8.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/malachypartsplus.com\/products\/rheem-ap11273g-28-1-2long-1dia-dip-tube","provider":"Malachy Parts+","version":"1.0","type":"link"}