LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon (APHWC801L) is a heat pump (hybrid electric) water heater from LG with a 72 gallon rated tank and a 94 gallon first-hour rating at a 3.9 UEF — 1272 kWh/yr certified use, 62.7 in tall.
Also sold as the LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon. This model is the same certified
hardware as the LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon, published under a
different brand — full details, comparisons, and pricing live on that page. The
certified figures below are identical.
Efficiency
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF)
3.9
Annual electricity use
1272 kWh/yr
Recovery efficiency
410 %
General
Fuel
Electric
Capacity
First-hour rating
94 gal
Rated storage volume
72 gal
Draw pattern
High
Heat pump
Heat pump type
240 Volt Integrated HPWH
Refrigerant (GWP)
R-134a (GWP:1430)
Compressor low-temp cutoff
23 °F
Installation
Input voltage
240
Max current draw
24 A
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
No
Dimensions
Height
62.7 in
Diameter
19.7 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Who is the LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon (APHWC801L) for?
Its 94 gallon first-hour rating suits a
household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
Estimated running cost: about $216/year at the national
average electricity rate (1272 kWh/yr certified use).
Needs a 240 V circuit; at 24 A max draw plan for a 30 A breaker (NEC 125% continuous-load rule).
The heat pump compressor operates down to 23 °F ambient — below that, backup
elements take over.
Is the LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon (APHWC801L) ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon (APHWC801L) holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 3.9).
How much does the LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon (APHWC801L) cost to run per year?
About $216 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 LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon (APHWC801L) need?
The LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon (APHWC801L) runs on a 240 V circuit drawing up to 24 A; per the NEC 125% continuous-load rule plan for at least a 30 A breaker (check the installation manual for the required circuit).
Is the LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon (APHWC801L) a smart water heater?
No, the LG APHWC801M 80-Gallon (APHWC801L) is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
