Fluidmaster 3/4 x 3/4 x 18 Inch Water Heater Connector - Stainless Steel

The Fluidmaster 3/4 x 3/4 x 18 Inch Water Heater Connector - Stainless Steel is a flexible braided stainless water heater connector for joining 3/4-inch plumbing to a residential water heater. The 18-inch length determines how much offset or reach the connector can handle during installation.

This 18-inch version should be selected based on the distance between the rigid piping and the heater nipples. Fluidmaster NO-BURST connector listings highlight stainless reinforcement, chloramine-resistant polymer core construction, retained cone washers, and potable-water approvals.

Product Features:

• Balanced 18-Inch Reach: Mid-length connector handles moderate pipe offsets without excessive slack.
• Nickel-Plated Brass Hex Nuts: Zoro listing notes easy-grip nickel-plated brass nuts for durable tightening surfaces.
• NSF-61 / UPC Listed: Fluidmaster listings reference potable-water approvals including NSF-61 and UPC.
• High-Flex Braided Shell: Stainless braid allows routing around minor alignment issues during replacement.
• No-Kink Construction: Product copy states the connector will not kink or crease in tight spaces.
• Cone-Washer Seal Design: Tightly sealed cone washers help reduce leak risk at the threaded ends.
• Retrofit-Friendly Size: Often used when replacing a tank where old rigid piping is slightly misaligned.

Warranty

This connector includes a manufacturer’s limited warranty. Verify connector length, end type, potable-water approval, temperature rating, and local code acceptance before installation.