VAUGHN THERMAL MP120F-RC 80-Gallon is a heat pump (hybrid electric) water heater from VAUGHN THERMAL with a 119 gallon rated tank and a 121 gallon first-hour rating at a 3.75 UEF — 1296 kWh/yr certified use, 73 in tall.
Also sold as the Reclaim Energy MP120F-RC 80-Gallon. This model is the same certified
hardware as the Reclaim Energy MP120F-RC 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)
3.75
Annual electricity use
1296 kWh/yr
Recovery efficiency
412 %
General
Fuel
Electric
Capacity
First-hour rating
121 gal
Rated storage volume
119 gal
Draw pattern
High
Heat pump
Heat pump type
Split System HPWH
Refrigerant (GWP)
R-744 (CO₂) (GWP:1 | Lower GWP)
Compressor low-temp cutoff
-13 °F
Installation
Input voltage
240
Max current draw
6 A
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
No
Dimensions
Height
73 in
Diameter
30 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Who is the VAUGHN THERMAL MP120F-RC 80-Gallon for?
Its 121 gallon first-hour rating suits a
household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
Estimated running cost: about $220/year at the national
average electricity rate (1296 kWh/yr certified use).
Needs a 240 V circuit; at 6 A max draw plan for a 10 A breaker (NEC 125% continuous-load rule).
The heat pump compressor operates down to -13 °F ambient — below that, backup
elements take over.
Is the VAUGHN THERMAL MP120F-RC 80-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the VAUGHN THERMAL MP120F-RC 80-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 3.75).
How much does the VAUGHN THERMAL MP120F-RC 80-Gallon cost to run per year?
About $220 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 MP120F-RC 80-Gallon need?
The VAUGHN THERMAL MP120F-RC 80-Gallon runs on a 240 V circuit drawing up to 6 A; per the NEC 125% continuous-load rule plan for at least a 10 A breaker (check the installation manual for the required circuit).
Is the VAUGHN THERMAL MP120F-RC 80-Gallon a smart water heater?
No, the VAUGHN THERMAL MP120F-RC 80-Gallon is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
