{"product_id":"volvo-penta-oem-aluminum-anode-kit-ips-a-ips3-23172846","title":"Volvo Penta OEM Aluminum Anode Kit IPS-A IPS3 23172846","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"471\"\u003eThe Volvo Penta \u003cstrong data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"119\"\u003e23172846\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM \u003cstrong data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"159\"\u003ealuminum anode kit\u003c\/strong\u003e for select \u003cstrong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"198\"\u003eIPS-A marine propulsion\u003c\/strong\u003e applications. Current parts references identify it as an anode kit in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eIPS-A \/ Marine Propulsion\u003c\/strong\u003e section, and parts breakdowns tied to this number show the kit built around \u003cstrong data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eanode 23172849\u003c\/strong\u003e with related installation hardware. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"793\"\u003eThis is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"496\"\u003ealuminum\u003c\/strong\u003e anode kit, making it the correct material choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"582\"\u003esaltwater and brackish water\u003c\/strong\u003e use. Volvo Penta states that aluminum anodes are recommended for salt and brackish water applications because they provide effective corrosion protection for marine drives. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eGenuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eVolvo Penta OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e anode kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eOEM part number: \u003cstrong data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"887\"\u003e23172846\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"904\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e sacrificial anode kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eAssociated with \u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eIPS-A marine propulsion\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003eCommon component reference includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eanode 23172849\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eKit-related parts listings also show associated hardware including \u003cstrong data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003erod 21211781\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003ewiring harness 3593888\u003c\/strong\u003e, and related washers\/nut in the same schematic group. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eCurrent fitment evidence most clearly ties \u003cstrong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e23172846\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eVolvo Penta IPS-A \/ marine propulsion\u003c\/strong\u003e applications rather than Aquamatic sterndrives. Additional Volvo Penta section references for related transom anode components show fitment in IPS families such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eIPS3-C\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eIPS30-D\u003c\/strong\u003e, reinforcing that this part belongs in the IPS propulsion grouping. Exact fitment should still be confirmed by drive model and serial number before ordering. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003ePlease verify fitment using the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eVolvo Penta IPS drive model and serial number\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering. This is the safest way to confirm the correct anode kit, especially on serviced boats where installed corrosion parts may differ from the original setup. Matching by \u003cstrong data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eOEM part number 23172846\u003c\/strong\u003e remains the best method. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003eReplace this anode kit when the installed anode is heavily wasted, pitted, cracked, loose, or significantly reduced in size. Volvo Penta’s guidance explains that sacrificial anodes are designed to corrode first in order to protect more expensive propulsion components, so they should be inspected regularly and replaced before protection is lost. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"3042\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"2612\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2615\"\u003eInstall on clean bare-metal contact surfaces and do not paint the anode. Current schematic-based references show this kit used with related mounting hardware, so it is important to confirm the installed setup and included components before service. Some seller pages also note this as a genuine OEM special-order style item, which is worth keeping in mind when planning maintenance timing. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3085\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3083\"\u003eAlternate \/ Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3086\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3086\" data-end=\"3102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3100\"\u003e23172846\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003e21211794\u003c\/strong\u003e (superseded-from reference shown on current OEM seller listing) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3243\"\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3243\" data-end=\"3246\"\u003eThis kit is more than just a simple bolt-on anode. One interesting detail is that Volvo Penta’s parts breakdown ties it into a larger \u003cstrong data-start=\"3380\" data-end=\"3404\"\u003etransom anode system\u003c\/strong\u003e with hardware and electrical-related components around the same assembly, which is a good reminder that IPS corrosion protection is part of a broader integrated setup rather than a single isolated casting. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3650\" data-end=\"3730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3650\" data-end=\"3662\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3665\"\u003eShipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VOL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563993989156,"sku":"23172846","price":538.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/53d905aa-2a87-439f-9912-4629df6d099e.png?v=1775248994","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/volvo-penta-oem-aluminum-anode-kit-ips-a-ips3-23172846","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}