Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3)
Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3) is a gas storage water heater from Friedrich with a 50 gallon rated tank and a 167 gallon first-hour rating at a 0.89 UEF — 190 therms/yr certified use, 100k BTU/h input.
Efficiency
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF)
0.89
Annual gas use (natural gas)
190 therms/yr
Recovery efficiency
96 %
Annual propane use
207.65 gal/yr
General
Fuel
Natural Gas
Capacity
First-hour rating
167 gal
Rated storage volume
50 gal
Draw pattern
High
Performance
Gas input rate
100 kBTU/h
Installation
Max current draw
7 A
Vent type
Power Direct Vent
Vent size
2 / 3
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
No
Dimensions
Height
65.5 in
Diameter
21.8 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Capacity and running cost
Its 167 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 $276/year at national
average gas rates.
Also sold as
The Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3) is certified hardware that Friedrich and its partner brands
publish under 3 names. The same specifications apply to every
variant:
Is the Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3) ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3) holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 0.89).
How much does the Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3) cost to run per year?
About $276 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 Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3) use?
The Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3) uses Power Direct Vent venting with 2 / 3 in vent connections. Matching the existing vent type is usually the cheapest replacement path.
Is the Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3) a smart water heater?
No, the Friedrich Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12PROG 50-100U FD HE EC3) is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
