Water Heater Part Appraisal

Utilitech 5500W/240V Universal Screw-in Water Heater Element

This is a brand-new, retail-packaged universal heating element designed for residential electric water heaters. The item is manufactured by Utilitech and bears the model/item number 0362369. Its specifications include a high-wattage rating of 5500 Watts at 240 Volts, suitable for large-capacity tanks or fast-recovery heating needs. Physically, the element features a fold-back (dual loop) design constructed of a high-performance alloy, likely Incoloy or copper with a protective coating, to resist lime and mineral buildup. The base consists of a heavy-duty threaded zinc hex head for a secure screw-in installation and includes two terminal screws for electrical connections. A black rubber sealing gasket is visible and included in the assembly. The packaging consists of a plastic blister shell attached to a cardboard backing card with a blue, white, and grey color scheme. The condition is pristine and unused, as it remains in its original factory sealed packaging, though the cardboard backing shows minor edge wear and a slight bend at the top hanger hole. This component is a modern service part, typically used in water heaters manufactured within the last 20 years, providing a drop-in replacement for standard 1-inch NPSM threaded heater ports.