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what heating element goes in a SW12DE water heater?

VinnyP
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Need to replace my water heater element. Don't have access to trailer now and can't get the specs off the defective unit. Does anyone know what element I need to order for this SW12DE water heater?
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Vinny & Rita
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Old-Biscuit
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Suburban OEM is 1440W----12A on a 15A Circuit Breaker

A 120VAC 1500W is 12.5A
9 1/2" from backside of flange to end of element
1 1/4" thread (1 1/2" wrench)
Available at any hardware store for about $7
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garym114
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https://www.amazon.com/Suburban-520900-120V-Electric-Element/dp/B004RCXD0G/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=SW12D...
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bob213
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This should work

Make sure you get the socket(wrench) to remove and install it.
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