017960F 800897 Raypak® ProTek Shield Assembly Shield Sacrificial Anode Corrosion Protection Module is a corrosion protection module for the Raypak Heater’s heat exchanger.
Extend the life of your Raypak Digital Gas Pool or Spa Heater with the ProTek Shield 017960F. This patent-pending corrosion protection module is ideal for chlorinated and saltwater systems, absorbing damage before it reaches your heat exchanger.
017960F Raypak® ProTek Shield Assembly Shield Sacrificial Anode Corrosion Protection Module is a revolutionary corrosion protection module designed to safeguard your pool or spa heater’s most valuable component — the heat exchanger.
Whether you’re relaxing in your spa or swimming in your saltwater pool, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that ProTek Shield is working silently to defend your heater from internal corrosion. Specifically engineered for Raypak Digital Gas Heaters, this compact, easy-to-replace unit helps extend the operational life of your equipment by absorbing corrosive elements before they cause damage.
Key Features:
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✅ Engineered for Chlorinated & Salt Water Pools – Delivers protection in the most demanding chemical environments.
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✅ Sacrificial Corrosion Design – ProTek Shield erodes over time by design, proving it’s working.
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✅ Breakthrough Patent-Pending Technology – Innovative Raypak-exclusive protection module.
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✅ Compact, Transparent Design – Easy to inspect and replace.
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✅ Reduces Maintenance Costs – Prolongs the life of expensive internal components.
Compatible Raypak Heater Models:
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Digital Gas Heater Series: 206A, 266A, 336A, 406A
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AVIA Series: 264A, 404A (including NiTek HD versions)
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ASME Heaters with Brass Headers – Models made after March 2020 (adapter required)
Installation Location:
Installs under the water inlet connection on units with polymer headers. Fits ASME heaters with adapter.
Maintenance Tip:
Check the shield annually. If visibly corroded or if the metal core is reduced to 40% or less of its original mass, replace it with a new 017960F module.
Specifications:
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Raypak Part Number: 017960F
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Material: Transparent poly housing with internal sacrificial core
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Application: Pool and spa gas heaters (residential and commercial)
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Weight: Approx. 0.5 lb
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Package Includes: 1 × ProTek Shield Assembly
Why Choose ProTek Shield?
Raypak’s ProTek Shield is a small part with a big job — protecting your heater from the costly effects of corrosion. Whether you have a traditional chlorinated pool or a modern saltwater system, adding this compact module helps ensure years of trouble-free operation.
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Jordan Davis –
Perfect fit for my pool setup. This 017960F 800897 Raypak ProTek Shield Sacrificial Anode Corrosion Protection Module for Pool and Spa Heaters exceeded my expectations in both power and reliability.
Daniel Reed –
This 017960F 800897 Raypak ProTek Shield Sacrificial Anode Corrosion Protection Module for Pool and Spa Heaters is just what I needed. Easy to install and noticeably more efficient than my old setup.