---
product_id: 15033838
title: "SP10869MM Screw-In 240-volt by 4500-watt Element, Premium Resistored Stainless Steel,Small"
brand: "rheem"
price: "VT8556"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Rheem"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/15033838-sp10869mm-screw-in-240-volt-by-4500-watt-element-premium
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# 4500W high power output 1-inch threaded screw-in mount Premium stainless steel resistored element SP10869MM Screw-In 240-volt by 4500-watt Element, Premium Resistored Stainless Steel,Small

**Brand:** rheem
**Price:** VT8556
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Upgrade your hot water game with Rheem’s powerhouse element!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SP10869MM Screw-In 240-volt by 4500-watt Element, Premium Resistored Stainless Steel,Small by rheem
- **How much does it cost?** VT8556 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/15033838-sp10869mm-screw-in-240-volt-by-4500-watt-element-premium)

## Best For

- rheem enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted rheem brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Fit:** 1-inch NPSM threaded design ensures easy, secure installation without leaks
- • **Powerhouse Performance:** 4500 watts of reliable heating power for rapid hot water recovery
- • **Trusted OEM Replacement:** Direct fit for Rheem and compatible water heaters, restoring optimal performance
- • **Durability Meets Efficiency:** Stainless steel resistored element resists corrosion and extends lifespan
- • **Low Watt Density (LWD) Advantage:** Fold-back LWD design prevents overheating and prolongs element life

## Overview

The Rheem SP10869MM is a premium 240V, 4500W stainless steel water heater element featuring a 1-inch threaded screw-in mount and low watt density fold-back design. Engineered for durability and efficient heating, it serves as a direct OEM replacement that revitalizes your water heater’s performance, delivering faster hot water recovery and longer element life.

## Description

Product Description Rheem SP10869MM water heater 1 inch 4500W element resistored screw-in LWD 240V stainless steel From the Manufacturer Rheem is a leading provider of gas furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, air handlers, indoor air quality products, gas and electric water heaters.

Review: HUGE improvement!!! - Installed on a 19 year old electric A.O Smith 50 gallon(tall). I was kind of apprehensive on not using OEM coils, but these were a huge step up. Turns out, the previous owner of my house had put in some extra cheap and undersized elements that were rated for a tank that’s half the size. Here’s some basic tips aside from normal procedure: When removing the elements, assuming you are using these Rheems, or anything alike, forget the flimsy element wrench. Get a 1- 1/2 inch (one and a half inch) socket. Attach it to a breaker bar and a extension. Sounds like over kill but it was absolutely needed. Wouldn’t budge when just using my large socket wrench. When installing the new elements, coat the seal that comes with each element with a light coat of dawn dish soap. This will prevent the seal from getting torn when you tighten them. Just a note, I didn’t use my breaker bar to tighten. I used my large socket wrench for that. And here’s my biggest tip. Assuming you drained the tank(like you should…some people actually yank the elements with water I’m still in the tank, and try to change elements as quickly as possible. You might save a few minutes but you created a huge mess and probably cross threaded your element from rushing) Back to that big tip…when the element are installed and you start to fill up the tank, go crack open your HOT water on as many faucets throughout your house. Do not flip on the breaker to give it power yet!! You’ll notice tons of air coming through your faucets. When it is a steady stream coming out of all of them, you’re good to go. Then flip on the breaker. Just wanted to mention, I had hot water within 40 minutes after installing. Pretty impressive Hope this helps.
Review: Direct OEM replacement - great element, works as advertised. - Bought a house with all-electric 50 gal hot water heater. Was having issues running out of hot water fairly quickly. Thought the issue was due to sediment. After draining, cleaning out sediment (not as much as feared), I realized the bottom element had been replaced with a cheap "simple loop" element. Not sure why the previous owner didn't replace with OEM or at least a similar fold-back LWD (low watt density) element. Maybe they had an emergency on Thanksgiving and 7-11 was the only store open? Not sure. I swapped the 3rd party element with this model. My hot water is now far more stable and lasts longer.

## Features

- Element - 240V/4500W stainless steel resistored lwd - 1 in screw-in
- Watt density classification: lwd, input Voltage (V): 208, Input voltage (V): 240, wattage at 208V (W): 3380
- Element diameter (in.): .316, Element length - Flange to tip (in.): 13.44, mounting Type: threaded, ACTUAL thread size - Outside diameter.): 1-9/32
- Thread type series designation: NPSM, configuration: fold back, nominal thread size - (in.): 1, threads per inch: 11-1/2

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B009AX2USI |
| Best Sellers Rank | #31,460 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #31 in Water Heater Replacement Parts |
| Brand | Rheem |
| Color | Black |
| Date First Available | September 14, 2012 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00020352193335 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Length | 13.44 Inches |
| Item Weight | 14.4 ounces |
| Item model number | SP10869MM |
| Manufacturer | Rheem |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| UPC | 020352193335 |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Wattage | 4500 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Rheem
- **Color:** Black
- **Item Length:** 13.44 Inches
- **Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Voltage:** 240 Volts

## Images

![SP10869MM Screw-In 240-volt by 4500-watt Element, Premium Resistored Stainless Steel,Small - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Mbhff-E1L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the benefit of a "Resistored" Element?**
A: Increase tank life , difference metals react and release different elements into water when under heat and stress.

**Q: Can you use a resistored element to replace a non-resistored element?**
A: Yes

**Q: will this element make water hot faster due to the longer rod? We have a 50 gallon tank that gives cold water after several people shower.**
A: No the length makes it so the wattage of the element is carried over a larger surface area thus reducing the stress on the metal and reducing burnouts. Think if the element was only 2" long then all 4500w would be concentrated in that small length and overwork the element. The larger surface area will heat the water more efficiently but only slightly faster not really noticeably so, maybe a few minutes. An electric water heater takes roughly 2 hrs to recover while a gas heater takes about 1 hour. A 50gal tank would be good for only 2 conservative showers one after another. The tank would roughly use 20-25 gal every 10 minutes, so two 10 min showers per heated full tank. If you  turn the hot water spout down to a lower flow and adjust that with the cold then the water will last longer because the water is leaving the water heater at a slower rate.

**Q: Will this work on other brands other than Rheem?**
A: GE water heaters are made by Rheem

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ HUGE improvement!!!
*by D***N on February 3, 2023*

Installed on a 19 year old electric A.O Smith 50 gallon(tall). I was kind of apprehensive on not using OEM coils, but these were a huge step up. Turns out, the previous owner of my house had put in some extra cheap and undersized elements that were rated for a tank that’s half the size. Here’s some basic tips aside from normal procedure: When removing the elements, assuming you are using these Rheems, or anything alike, forget the flimsy element wrench. Get a 1- 1/2 inch (one and a half inch) socket. Attach it to a breaker bar and a extension. Sounds like over kill but it was absolutely needed. Wouldn’t budge when just using my large socket wrench. When installing the new elements, coat the seal that comes with each element with a light coat of dawn dish soap. This will prevent the seal from getting torn when you tighten them. Just a note, I didn’t use my breaker bar to tighten. I used my large socket wrench for that. And here’s my biggest tip. Assuming you drained the tank(like you should…some people actually yank the elements with water I’m still in the tank, and try to change elements as quickly as possible. You might save a few minutes but you created a huge mess and probably cross threaded your element from rushing) Back to that big tip…when the element are installed and you start to fill up the tank, go crack open your HOT water on as many faucets throughout your house. Do not flip on the breaker to give it power yet!! You’ll notice tons of air coming through your faucets. When it is a steady stream coming out of all of them, you’re good to go. Then flip on the breaker. Just wanted to mention, I had hot water within 40 minutes after installing. Pretty impressive Hope this helps.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Direct OEM replacement - great element, works as advertised.
*by C***J on May 11, 2022*

Bought a house with all-electric 50 gal hot water heater. Was having issues running out of hot water fairly quickly. Thought the issue was due to sediment. After draining, cleaning out sediment (not as much as feared), I realized the bottom element had been replaced with a cheap "simple loop" element. Not sure why the previous owner didn't replace with OEM or at least a similar fold-back LWD (low watt density) element. Maybe they had an emergency on Thanksgiving and 7-11 was the only store open? Not sure. I swapped the 3rd party element with this model. My hot water is now far more stable and lasts longer.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great elements!
*by P***R on February 16, 2025*

Great replacement for single loop heater elements. Heats water very effectively and efficiently. Will use these replacement elements for all future repairs. Recommend

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*Last updated: 2026-01-22*