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Sierra 18-6001 Zinc Pencil Anode for Volvo Penta Diesel Engines

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Sierra

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118-6001
09/12/2036 6:35 AM
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The Sierra 18-6001 is a zinc pencil anode designed specifically for Volvo Penta marine diesel engines. This sacrificial anode provides critical corrosion protection by absorbing electrochemical corrosion from saltwater and freshwater environments, extending the service life of vital engine components.

Key Features:

  • Zinc construction optimized for saltwater and freshwater cooling systems
  • Designed for use in freshwater cooler applications
  • Direct replacement for Volvo Penta OEM anodes
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications

Replaces OEM Part Numbers:

  • Volvo Penta: 838929, 804107, 800476, 858501, 3838499
  • GLM: 12789
  • CMP: CM838929Z
  • Tecnoseal: 00714

Compatible Applications:

Fits a wide range of Volvo Penta marine diesel engines including MD Series (MD19, MD21, MD27, MD29, MD32, MD40A), TMD40, D4, D6, D9, D11 Series, AQ Series (AQ30, AQ31, AQ40, AQ41, AQ200), 2001/2002/2003 Series, TAMD models (TAMD60, TAMD63, TAMD70, TAMD74, TAMD75, TAMD103, TAMD122A, TAMD122P, TAMD162C, TAMD163A-A, TAMD163P-A), and D12C engines.

Regular inspection and replacement of sacrificial anodes is essential preventive maintenance to protect your marine engine investment from galvanic corrosion damage.

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