PHNIX KA06-80 80-Gallon is a heat pump (hybrid electric) water heater from PHNIX with a 71 gallon rated tank and a 81 gallon first-hour rating at a 4.14 UEF — 1199.7 kWh/yr certified use, 57.5 in tall.
Also sold as the Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-80 80-Gallon. This model is the same certified
hardware as the Arctic-HP-Hot Water-KA06-80 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)
4.14
Annual electricity use
1199.7 kWh/yr
Recovery efficiency
4.58 %
General
Fuel
Electric
Capacity
First-hour rating
81 gal
Rated storage volume
71 gal
Draw pattern
High
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
57.5 in
Diameter
25.1 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Who is the PHNIX KA06-80 80-Gallon for?
Its 81 gallon first-hour rating suits a
household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
Estimated running cost: about $204/year at the national
average electricity rate (1199.7 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).
Is the PHNIX KA06-80 80-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the PHNIX KA06-80 80-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 4.14).
How much does the PHNIX KA06-80 80-Gallon cost to run per year?
About $204 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 PHNIX KA06-80 80-Gallon need?
The PHNIX KA06-80 80-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 PHNIX KA06-80 80-Gallon a smart water heater?
No, the PHNIX KA06-80 80-Gallon is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
