VAUGHN THERMAL ME120HPT 80-Gallon is a heat pump (hybrid electric) water heater from VAUGHN THERMAL with a 109 gallon rated tank and a 105 gallon first-hour rating at a 3.38 UEF — 1467 kWh/yr certified use, 84.5 in tall.
Also sold as the Noritz ME120HPT-CN 80-Gallon. This model is the same certified
hardware as the Noritz ME120HPT-CN 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)
3.38
Annual electricity use
1467 kWh/yr
Recovery efficiency
355 %
General
Fuel
Electric
Capacity
First-hour rating
105 gal
Rated storage volume
109 gal
Draw pattern
High
Heat pump
Heat pump type
240 Volt Integrated HPWH
Refrigerant (GWP)
R-134a (GWP:1430)
Compressor low-temp cutoff
35 °F
Installation
Input voltage
240
Max current draw
23 A
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
No
Dimensions
Height
84.5 in
Diameter
30 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Who is the VAUGHN THERMAL ME120HPT 80-Gallon for?
Its 105 gallon first-hour rating suits a
household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
Estimated running cost: about $249/year at the national
average electricity rate (1467 kWh/yr certified use).
Needs a 240 V circuit; at 23 A max draw plan for a 30 A breaker (NEC 125% continuous-load rule).
The heat pump compressor operates down to 35 °F ambient — below that, backup
elements take over.
Is the VAUGHN THERMAL ME120HPT 80-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the VAUGHN THERMAL ME120HPT 80-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 3.38).
How much does the VAUGHN THERMAL ME120HPT 80-Gallon cost to run per year?
About $249 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 VAUGHN THERMAL ME120HPT 80-Gallon need?
The VAUGHN THERMAL ME120HPT 80-Gallon runs on a 240 V circuit drawing up to 23 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 VAUGHN THERMAL ME120HPT 80-Gallon a smart water heater?
No, the VAUGHN THERMAL ME120HPT 80-Gallon is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
