---
product_id: 299316149
title: "Eastman 86288 Universal Stainless Steel Water Heater Expansion Tank Mounting Bracket, 5 Gallon or 13 inches"
brand: "eastman"
price: "R528"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/299316149-eastman-86288-universal-stainless-steel-water-heater-expansion-tank-mounting
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Supports 5-gallon tanks Galvanized steel Quick-release bands Eastman 86288 Universal Stainless Steel Water Heater Expansion Tank Mounting Bracket, 5 Gallon or 13 inches

**Brand:** eastman
**Price:** R528
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔧 Secure Your Water Heater Like a Pro!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Eastman 86288 Universal Stainless Steel Water Heater Expansion Tank Mounting Bracket, 5 Gallon or 13 inches by eastman
- **How much does it cost?** R528 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/299316149-eastman-86288-universal-stainless-steel-water-heater-expansion-tank-mounting)

## Best For

- eastman enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted eastman brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Complete Kit:** Includes everything you need for a hassle-free installation.
- • **Effortless Setup:** Quick-release stainless steel bands make installation a breeze.
- • **Sturdy & Reliable:** Crafted from galvanized steel for unmatched durability.
- • **Space-Saving Design:** Mounts securely to the wall, freeing up valuable floor space.
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Accommodates thermal expansion tanks up to 5 gallons or 13 inches in diameter.

## Overview

The Eastman86288 Universal Stainless Steel Water Heater Expansion Tank Mounting Bracket is designed for easy and secure installation of expansion tanks, ensuring durability and functionality. Made from high-quality galvanized steel and stainless steel components, this bracket supports tanks up to 5 gallons, reducing strain on pipes and optimizing your plumbing system.

## Description

Eastman 86288 Universal Stainless Steel Water Heater Expansion Tank Mounting Bracket, 5 Gallon or 13 inches

## Features

- ✅DESIGN- Universal kit for mounting water heater expansion tanks to the wall. Great for PEX installations that cannot support the weight of the expansion tank.     ✅QUALITY- Bracket made of galvanized steel, bands and screws constructed of stainless steel that provides strength and durability.     ✅FUNCTIONALITY- Reduces strain on pipes by securing the thermal expansion tank to the wall. Works with water heater thermal expansion tanks up to 5 gallons in size or 13 inches in diameter.     ✅EASY INSTALLATION- Quick-release stainless steel bands allow for fast and easy installation.     ✅COMPLETE- Includes mounting bracket, two stainless steel quick-clamp bands and two mounting screws.    ›See more product details

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

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    Time saver to have this rather than rigging your own mounting bracket for a TET
  

*by A***R on Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2021*

Be sure to read the reviews carefully before installing. We forgot to line up the bottom screw on this with the plywood backboard we counted it on. We mounted a 2 gallon TET with this so didn't have to get incredibly creative with mounting. It was a bit awkward getting the straps on and you should definitely wear good gloves when working with the bracket and ss straps to avoid getting cuts from the sharp edged metal parts.In retrospect, we probably could have made our own mounting bracket from scrap metal plates we had handy. As it was though, it saved about of hour of time to just have this thing in the box ready to go. And you will have to figure out how to mount it anyways. That took us another hour or two to get the plywood backboard cut and everything marked off in our water closet, etc, before drilling holes into our 2x4 studs to mount the unit. Then another 15 minutes figuring out how to get the straps put in properly. Next time, if there is a next time, obviously things will go quicker—installing one of these for the first time isn't hard but we were extra careful in marking and verifying the marks on the walls so no silly mistakes that would delay getting our thermal expansion hooked up and the water heater back on line.

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    Home grown engineering
  

*by L***Y on Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2021*

I had no place to mount my expansion tank to the wall and maintain a high position where it could work properly according to info I got from plumbing shops.  I had to buy two kits and use them to connect turnbuckles and then attach to overhead joints via angle iron (with holes).  The original plumber relied on plastic clips nailed to the joints to support the piping attached to the tank.  The clips failed and the whole unit fell and rested on other pipes not designed to take the load.

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    Product is great, need better instructions
  

*by M***D on Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2021*

This hanger did a great job holding up the large expansion tank.  I anchored it to my concrete wall, then strap the tank to tye mount.  It is a great time saver and also relief the stress on the piping.  I wish it comes with better instructions.  The instructions doesn't tell you much, from which slot to choose and where to strap the tank, thus the 3 star.

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-06*