{"product_id":"element-chauffant-en-titane-4-5-kw-hydroquip-balboa-m7","title":"Hydro-Quip 4.5 kW 240 V Titanium Heating Element for Balboa M7 – 45BNCTTM","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydro-Quip 45BNCTTM titanium heating element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is designed to replace the element in several compatible spa heaters, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalboa M7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as well as some older Hydro-Quip and Aquatemp models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts butterfly, or BowTie, design \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBowTie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and its offset terminals facilitate installation in heating tubes where space is limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a power of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 kW at 240 V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this element helps restore fast, stable, and efficient spa water heating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable titanium construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe outer sheath is made of titanium, a material known for its high resistance to corrosion and chemicals used in spa maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitanium benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent corrosion resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood chemical tolerance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperior durability in properly balanced water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsistent performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong service life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for spas disinfected with chlorine or bromine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven with a titanium element, it remains essential to maintain pH, alkalinity, and disinfectant levels within recommended ranges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with Balboa M7 heaters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis element is mainly designed for heating assemblies \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalboa M7 compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt may also fit some older heaters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydro-Quip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquatemp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssemblies using a 4.5 kW BowTie element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTubes requiring offset terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility must be confirmed using the part number, dimensions, and configuration of the current element.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBowTie design with offset terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BowTie shape allows integrating an efficient heating length into a compact tube.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffset terminals, also called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoffset terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, are positioned to facilitate electrical connection in some assemblies where space is limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBowTie or butterfly shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffset electrical terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength of 9 3\/4 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat suitable for compatible heating tubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting hardware kit included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful 4.5 kW heating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rated power of 4,500 watts allows the heating system to maintain water temperature when the element is installed in a compatible heater and water circulation is adequate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt helps to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplace a faulty element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestore spa heating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain a stable temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptimize heater efficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduce heat-up time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeating speed varies depending on water volume, spa insulation, outside temperature, and system power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-purchase checks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore ordering, compare the following features with those of the currently installed element:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 kW power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e240 V voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength of 9 3\/4 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBowTie shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition of electrical terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing between terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeating tube diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility with the Balboa M7 system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo visually similar elements may have different power, length, or terminal positioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional installation recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacing a heating element requires working on a 240 V electrical circuit and spa plumbing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation should be performed by a qualified technician.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompletely cut off the spa’s electrical power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm absence of voltage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrain or isolate the heating tube.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove the old element.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspect the tube, seals, and connections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstall the new element with the appropriate hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFill the circuit and remove air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck for leaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestore power only when the tube is filled with water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck voltage, amperage, and heating operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNever power the element when it is dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Operating without water or insufficient circulation can cause rapid failure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended checks when replacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA heating element failure may be related to another system issue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is recommended to check:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirculation pump\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilter cleanliness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM7 sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelays and contactors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrical connections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower supply voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition of the heating tube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater chemical balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresence of scale or corrosion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFixing the cause of failure helps extend the new element’s lifespan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpa heating element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydro-Quip manufacturing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with several Balboa M7 systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 kW power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e240 V power supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitanium outer sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent corrosion resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBowTie design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffset electrical terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact 9 3\/4 in size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with some older Hydro-Quip and Aquatemp heaters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpa heating element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydro-Quip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45BNCTTM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement heating element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Balboa M7 heaters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome Hydro-Quip and Aquatemp models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 kW \/ 4,500 W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVoltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e240 V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitanium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBowTie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerminal type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffset terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 3\/4 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.7 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting 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