CE-3 Complete Aluminum Pencil Anode with Plug — Replaces E-3 / CME-3

Protect your heat exchanger and cooling system with a high-performance aluminum pencil anode engineered for superior corrosion protection in marine applications. Complete with a stainless steel plug, this replacement anode is compatible with all major brands and performs reliably in salt, brackish, and fresh water environments.

Contents

This product includes:

● CE-3 Complete aluminum pencil anode

● Stainless steel plug with 3/4" NPT fitting

Key Benefits

● Complete aluminum pencil anode with stainless steel plug

● Direct replacement for E-3 and CME-3 anodes

● Fits all major marine engine brands and heat exchanger systems

● Aluminum performs better than zinc in heat exchanger applications

● Securecore® steel core prevents broken ends from blocking waterways

● Reliable corrosion protection in salt, brackish, and fresh water

● Made for long-lasting performance and dependable cooling system protection

Compatibility

Replaces:

● E-3

● CME-3

Applications:

● Marine heat exchangers

● Cooling systems

● Engines using 3/4" NPT pencil anodes

● Compatible with all major marine brands

Why Aluminum Pencil Anodes?

Aluminum pencil anodes offer improved performance over zinc in heat exchanger applications because they remain more active across a wider range of water conditions. This helps provide more consistent corrosion protection and improved cooling system reliability, especially in mixed or freshwater environments.

The integrated Securecore® steel core also helps prevent spent anode sections from separating and blocking internal cooling passages.

Product Specifications

● Material: Aluminum Alloy

● Core Type: Securecore® steel core

● Plug Material: Stainless steel

● Length: 2" (50.8 mm)

● Diameter: 3/4" (19.1 mm)

● Plug Thread: 3/4" NPT

● Water Type: Salt, Brackish, Fresh

What’s Included

● Complete aluminum pencil anode

● Stainless steel threaded plug

Ideal For

● Marine heat exchanger maintenance

● Engine cooling system corrosion protection

● Saltwater and freshwater applications

● Preventing internal corrosion and blocked waterways