{"product_id":"rheem-ap12992e-3-nipple-heat-trap-3-4nptx5lg","title":"Rheem AP12992E-3 NIPPLE HEAT TRAP 3\/4\"NPTX5\"LG","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRheem AP12992E-3\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e3\/4\" NPT x 5\" long heat trap nipple\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for water heater applications. This genuine Rheem replacement part helps improve the energy efficiency of your water heater by preventing convective heat loss through the inlet and 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 AP12992E-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 5 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 inlet and outlet ports of a water heater. It is engineered to reduce standby heat loss by preventing the natural convection of hot water out of the tank when no hot water is being used, helping to maintain water temperature and reduce energy consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine Rheem OEM replacement part\u003c\/strong\u003e. Please verify compatibility with your specific Rheem water heater model before purchasing by referencing your unit's model and serial number or consulting your owner's manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for use with \u003cstrong\u003e3\/4\" NPT threaded connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Rheem OEM part ensures proper fit and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended to replace heat trap nipples in pairs (inlet and outlet) for optimal efficiency\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":51515264958770,"sku":"AP12992E-3","price":10.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/malachypartsplus.com\/products\/rheem-ap12992e-3-nipple-heat-trap-3-4nptx5lg","provider":"Malachy Parts+","version":"1.0","type":"link"}