Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort ENV-50N-RHC 1 50-Gallon
Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort ENV-50N-RHC 1 50-Gallon is a gas storage water heater from Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort with a 49 gallon rated tank and a 118 gallon first-hour rating at a 0.9 UEF.
| Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) | 0.9 |
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| Annual gas use (natural gas) | 188 therms/yr |
| Recovery efficiency | 92 % |
| Annual propane use | 205.46 gal/yr |
| Fuel | Natural Gas |
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| First-hour rating | 118 gal |
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| Rated storage volume | 49 gal |
| Draw pattern | High |
| Gas input rate | 65 kBTU/h |
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| Max current draw | 2 A |
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| Vent type | Power Vent |
| Vent size | 3 / 4 |
| Smart / connected capable | No |
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| Height | 54.5 in |
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| Diameter | 22 in |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
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Capacity and running cost
- Its 118 gallon first-hour rating suits a household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
- Rated for a high-usage draw pattern under the DOE test procedure.
- Estimated running cost: about $273/year at national average gas rates.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort ENV-50N-RHC 1 50-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort ENV-50N-RHC 1 50-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 0.9).
How much does the Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort ENV-50N-RHC 1 50-Gallon cost to run per year?
About $273 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 venting does the Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort ENV-50N-RHC 1 50-Gallon use?
The Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort ENV-50N-RHC 1 50-Gallon uses Power Vent venting with 3 / 4 in vent connections. Matching the existing vent type is usually the cheapest replacement path.
Is the Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort ENV-50N-RHC 1 50-Gallon a smart water heater?
No, the Envirosense Reliance Home Comfort ENV-50N-RHC 1 50-Gallon is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
Sources
- data.energystar.gov (retrieved 2026-07-17)