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Ruud Electric Water Heater Heating Element, 4500W 240V

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Model: SP213790

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Ruud Electric Water Heater Heating Element, 4500W 240V

The Ruud Electric Water Heater Heating Element is a 4500W, 240V replacement element designed for electric residential and commercial water heaters. This family is available in two direct-fit model options — SP213790 and SP610160 — each manufactured by Ruud as the correct replacement element for tanks that specify one of these model numbers, restoring proper heating performance when an original element has failed or is nearing the end of its service life. Contractors and plumbers stocking service trucks for electric water heater repair calls rely on manufacturer-matched elements like these to avoid compatibility issues with tank threading, wattage draw, and voltage requirements. Installing the correct wattage and voltage element is critical to safe operation of the water heater and to avoiding nuisance breaker trips or insufficient hot water recovery. Select the model that matches your existing tank's specified part number to ensure a proper fit.

Key Features

  • Power Rating: 4500 Watts for consistent heat recovery in electric water heater tanks.
  • Voltage: 240V, matching standard residential and light-commercial electric water heater circuits.
  • Model Options: Available as SP213790 or SP610160, covering tanks that specify either Ruud part number for a direct-fit match.
  • Direct-Fit Replacement: Manufactured by Ruud as the correct replacement element for tanks calling for the matching model number, simplifying parts selection on service calls.
  • Heating Element Design: Engineered to mount into the tank's element port for immersion heating of the tank water.
  • Service-Ready: A stock item for plumbing and HVAC service trucks handling electric water heater repair and maintenance work.

Technical Specifications

  • Wattage: 4500W
  • Voltage: 240V
  • Model Options: SP213790, SP610160

Typical Applications

  • Electric Water Heater Element Replacement
  • Residential Water Heater Service and Repair
  • Light-Commercial Water Heater Maintenance
  • Plumbing Service Truck Stock Parts

Why Ruud?

Ruud manufactures this heating element line to match the exact wattage and voltage requirements of tanks calling for either the SP213790 or SP610160 part number, giving plumbers and service technicians a dependable, correctly rated replacement no matter which model their tank specifies. Choosing the manufacturer-specified element helps ensure the water heater returns to its designed heating performance after installation, without the compatibility risks that come from mismatched wattage or voltage.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Product Type:
Heating Element
Department:
Plumbing
Product Subgroup:
Water Heater Parts
list_batch:
RUU-20260924
Voltage Rating:
240V

Ruud SP213790 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is the difference between the Ruud SP213790 and SP610160 water heater elements?
Both are Ruud 4500W 240V electric water heater elements. The choice comes down to which part number your tank calls for: order SP213790 if the tank's data plate or parts list specifies that number, and SP610160 if it specifies that one. Matching the tank's specified part number is how you get a direct fit at the element port.
2) Can I put a 4500W 240V element in a water heater wired for 120V?
No. The Ruud element is rated 240V, and it needs a 240V circuit to produce its rated 4500 watts. Run on 120V it will put out a fraction of that and the tank will never recover properly. Match both the wattage and the voltage the tank was built for, or you risk nuisance breaker trips or short hot water.
3) Will this Ruud element work in a commercial water heater or is it residential only?
The 4500W 240V Ruud element is used in both electric residential and light-commercial water heaters. 240V is the standard circuit for both in that size class. What decides fit is the tank's specified element part number, not the building type.
4) Is this an immersion element that screws into the tank, or a flange type?
It mounts into the tank's element port for immersion heating of the water inside the tank. Confirm your tank's element port matches the model number you are ordering, SP213790 or SP610160, since that part number is what guarantees the correct fit.
5) Can I upgrade to a higher wattage element for faster hot water recovery?
Stick with the 4500W rating the tank specifies. Going up in wattage draws more current than the circuit and thermostat were sized for, which is how you get nuisance breaker trips. Ruud builds these to the wattage and voltage the tank was designed around; recovery returns to spec once the correct element is in.
6) My water heater takes two elements. Do I need to replace both?
An upper and lower element tank uses one element per port, so you need one Ruud 4500W 240V element per position you are replacing. Many techs swap both on a service call since the second is usually the same age, but electrically each port takes its own element sized to what the tank specifies.
How fast can I get the Ruud SP213790 delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Ruud SP213790 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Ruud SP213790 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Ruud SP213790?
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