Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US)

Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US) is a gas tankless water heater from Noritz rated 5.5 GPM at a 0.98 UEF — 173 therms/yr certified use, 199k BTU/h input.

Also sold as the Noritz EZ111DV (GQ-C3261WX-FF-1 US). This model is the same certified hardware as the Noritz EZ111DV (GQ-C3261WX-FF-1 US), 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) 0.98
Annual gas use (natural gas) 173 therms/yr
Recovery efficiency 98 %
Annual propane use 189.07 gal/yr
General
Fuel Natural Gas, Propane
Capacity
Max flow rate 5.5 GPM
Draw pattern High
Minimum activation flow 0.4 GPM
Performance
Gas input rate 199 kBTU/h
Installation
Max current draw 0.9 A
Vent type Power Direct Vent
Vent size 2 / 3
Smart features
Smart / connected capable No
Dimensions
Height 26.1 in
Diameter 18.1 in
Width 18.1 in
Depth 11.8 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified Yes

Real flow rate by climate

A tankless heater's usable flow depends on how far it must raise incoming water temperature. Sustained hot-water flow of the Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US) at common temperature rises (a typical shower uses about 2 GPM of mixed water):

Temperature rise Climate Sustained flow Simultaneous showers
45 °F Warm climate (~75 °F groundwater) 5.5 GPM 2
55 °F Mild climate (~65 °F groundwater) 5.5 GPM 2
70 °F Cold climate (~50 °F groundwater) 5.5 GPM 2
77 °F DOE test condition 5.1 GPM 2

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US) ENERGY STAR certified?

Yes, the Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US) holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 0.98).

How much does the Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US) cost to run per year?

About $251 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 Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US) use?

The Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US) uses Power Direct Vent venting with 2 / 3 in vent connections. Matching the existing vent type is usually the cheapest replacement path.

Is the Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US) a smart water heater?

No, the Noritz NRCR111DV(GQ-C3261WXQ-FF-1 US) is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.

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