What it delivers
The Reliance 6-6-SOMS K 6-Gallon Mini-Tank Water Heater is a mini-tank heater holding 6 gallons, rated at 3 kW on 120 volts.
A mini tank delivers its stored gallons at full flow, then recovers; it is the quick fix for a sink that waits a minute for hot water.
At 120 volts it plugs into or wires to an ordinary household circuit, which is why mini tanks are a common retrofit.
Listed details: material: Glass; model: 6-6-SOMS K.
The listing gives dimensions of 18.5 in (W) x 17.75 in (H), a weight of 1.6 ounces and rough plumbing; parts and repair;water-heaters in the box.
Right unit for this house?
Install it when
- One sink far from the main heater
- Wet bars, garages and offices
Look at another unit when
- Showers or whole-house use
- Long continuous draws
Strengths and trade-offs
Strengths
- 6-gallon tank
- 120 V
- Hot water at the tap in seconds
Trade-offs
- Runs out after its stored gallons
- Tank takes cabinet space
Install limits
- Figures are the maker's or seller's own. Flow at a rise is our estimate from the input; gas, venting and electrical work needs a licensed professional.
Rated performance
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Model number | 6-6-SOMS K | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Tank | 6 gal | Retailer |
| Dimensions (seller) | 18.5"W x 17.75"H | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | Compact design, Side-mounted connections, Glass-lined tank with anode rod | Retailer |
| Power | 3 kW | Retailer |
| Voltage | 120 V | Retailer |
| Max flow (maker) | 1.5 GPM | Retailer |
| Product weight | 1.6 ounces | Retailer |
| Material | Glass | Retailer |
Rival units at this flow
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Final verdict
A well-specified mini-tank heater for one sink far from the main heater.
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