Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon is a heat pump (hybrid electric) water heater from Arctic with a 44.5 gallon rated tank and a 65 gallon first-hour rating at a 3.88 UEF — 837 kWh/yr certified use, 46.8 in tall.
Efficiency
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF)
3.88
Annual electricity use
837 kWh/yr
Recovery efficiency
4.12 %
General
Fuel
Electric
Capacity
First-hour rating
65 gal
Rated storage volume
44.5 gal
Draw pattern
Medium
Heat pump
Heat pump type
240 Volt Integrated HPWH
Refrigerant (GWP)
R-134a (GWP:1430)
Installation
Input voltage
240
Max current draw
27 A
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
No
Dimensions
Height
46.8 in
Diameter
22 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Who is the Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon for?
Its 65 gallon first-hour rating suits a
household of 3–4 people under DOE sizing guidance.
Estimated running cost: about $142/year at the national
average electricity rate (837 kWh/yr certified use).
Needs a 240 V circuit; at 27 A max draw plan for a 35 A breaker (NEC 125% continuous-load rule).
Also sold as
The Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon is certified hardware that Arctic and its partner brands
publish under 2 names. The same specifications apply to every
variant:
Is the Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 3.88).
How much does the Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon cost to run per year?
About $142 per year at national average energy rates, based on its certified annual energy use under the DOE test draw pattern. Your rate and usage change this figure.
What electrical circuit does the Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon need?
The Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon runs on a 240 V circuit drawing up to 27 A; per the NEC 125% continuous-load rule plan for at least a 35 A breaker (check the installation manual for the required circuit).
Is the Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon a smart water heater?
No, the Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-50 40-Gallon is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
