When your Atwood water heater stops producing hot water, a failed heating element is often the cause. This NBK Parts 20052 element is a direct bolt-on replacement for Atwood GC6 and GC10 series propane-electric combo and electric-only water heaters. At 1400 watts and 120 volts, it matches the factory output spec exactly, so you restore full heating performance without rewiring or adapters.
Atwood GC6 and GC10 water heaters are among the most common units found in RVs built over the past two decades. Their heating elements are a known wear item: mineral buildup, repeated thermal cycling, and extended storage all shorten element life. Replacing the element yourself is a straightforward DIY repair that typically takes under an hour with basic tools.
The NBK Parts 20052 is manufactured to match the original Atwood element dimensions and wattage, with a bolt-on mounting flange that seats directly in the existing tank opening. No thread chasing, no adapters, no modifications needed.
Engineered to the original Atwood mounting pattern. Seats into the existing tank port with no modification to the tank or wiring harness.
Matches the original wattage spec for GC6 and GC10 units. Consistent hot water recovery without overloading the circuit.
Confirmed fitment across 26 Atwood water heater model numbers spanning 6-gallon and 10-gallon tank sizes.
NBK Parts backs this element with a limited 2-year warranty, longer coverage than many OEM replacement parts in this category.
This element fits the following Atwood model numbers. Verify your model tag -- it is typically located on the exterior access door of the water heater compartment.
Before ordering, confirm the element is the fault. Common symptoms of a failed heating element in an Atwood unit include:
Replacement is a DIY-friendly job on most Atwood installations. General process: