Expert Plus
For experts
The choice of Experts!
Why choose an Expert Plus water heater?
These high-end products are designed to meet professional needs and are only available through certified contractors and qualified plumbing experts!
They offer several features that set them apart from traditional retail models, including:
Double coatingof blue cobalt glass enriched with zircon;
Medium density screw-in immersion elements;
Brass drain valve;
And much more!
These features provide years of protection against corrosion.
Water heater comparison
| Models | Expert Plus | Standard |
| Warranty – Inner tank leakage | 8 years | 6 years |
| Warranty – Component parts | 8 years | 1 year |
| Glass-lined inner coating | Double | Single |
| Element type | Screw-in | Square flange |
| Element power – 40 Imp. gallons | 3,800 watts | 3,000 watts |
| Element power – 60 Imp. gallons | 4,500 watts | 4,500 watts |
| Drain valve | Brass | Plastic |
All Expert Plus models
Standard 142STE-E8
Storage Capacity
Voltage
Warranty*
8 years against inner tank leakage
8 years on component parts
Standard 152STE-E8
Storage Capacity
Voltage
Warranty*
8 years against inner tank leakage
8 years on component parts
Standard 172STE-E8
Storage Capacity
Voltage
Warranty*
8 years against inner tank leakage
8 years on component parts
152E-E8
Bottom entry
Storage Capacity
Voltage
208 V | 240 V
Warranty*
8 years against inner tank leakage
8 years on component parts
172E-E8
Bottom entry
Storage Capacity
Voltage
208 V | 240 V
Warranty*
8 years against inner tank leakage
8 years on component parts
Standard Ecopeak® 172STPS-E8
Storage Capacity
Voltage
208 V | 240 V
Warranty*
8 years against inner tank leakage
8 years on component parts
| 142STE-E8 152STE-E8 172STE-E8 |
152E-E8 172E-E8 |
172STPS-E8 | |
 eco-friendly insulation |
✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Di-electric nipple | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Magnesium anode | high quality | high quality | high quality |
| Rustproof glass-lined inner coating - blue cobalt glass enriched with zircon | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Medium watt density elements | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Tamper-resistant drain valve | Brass | Brass | Brass |
| Automatic temperature control | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Safety valve - Factory installed | ✔ | - | ✔ |
| 90° horizontal overflow elbow tube | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Installation kit included | - | ✔ | ✔ |
| Bottom entry | - | ✔ | - |
| 10 % more hot water | - | ✔ | - |
A sustainable choice  |
- | - | ✔ |
Benefits
DOUBLE GLASS-LINED INNER TANK
A double coating of a uniquely formulated blue cobalt glass enriched with zircon is fused to specially treated steel at 1,600°F (871°C) to provide the best coating available against corrosion for many years. The tank is certified at a test pressure of 300 PSI (2,068 kPa) and a working pressure of 150 PSI (1,035 kPa).
MEDIUM DENSITY SCREW-IN TYPE ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
This model is equipped with medium density CSA approved screw-in type immersion elements made by Giant.
INSULATION
A two (2) inch (5 cm) thick uniform blanket of ecofriendly insulation keeps the water hotter for longer periods, reduces stand-by losses and energy costs. contains no HCFC’S (hydrochlorofluorocarbons), CFC’S (chlorofluorocarbons), HFC’S (hydrofluorocarbons) nor VOC'S (volatile organic compounds).
FACTORY INSTALLED 3/4” NPT DI-ELECTRIC NIPPLES
Extend the life of the water heater by providing excellent corrosion protection.
FACTORY INSTALLED HEAT TRAPS
Helps reduce the migration of hot water, thus limiting heat loss escaping through inlet and outlet fittings.
FACTORY INSTALLED TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE-RELIEF VALVE
This valve will protect the tank from the damaging effects of excessive temperature and pressure.
HIGH QUALITY MAGNESIUM ANODE
Provides excellent protection against the corrosive effects of water and extends tank life.
OVERFLOW SYSTEM
A 90° elbow overflow tube is supplied with each residential electric water heater.
BRASS DRAIN VALVE
A high quality and tamper resistant one-piece brass drain valve is installed for easy drainage.
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Adjustable thermostats will provide years of reliable trouble-free service at the desired water temperature and a safety cut-off is provided for abnormal conditions.