VAUGHN THERMAL MP80F-RC 80-Gallon is a heat pump (hybrid electric) water heater from VAUGHN THERMAL with a 80 gallon rated tank and a 98 gallon first-hour rating at a 3.8 UEF — 1273 kWh/yr certified use, 53 in tall.
Also sold as the Reclaim Energy MP80F-RC 80-Gallon. This model is the same certified
hardware as the Reclaim Energy MP80F-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)
3.8
Annual electricity use
1273 kWh/yr
Recovery efficiency
435 %
General
Fuel
Electric
Capacity
First-hour rating
98 gal
Rated storage volume
80 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
53 in
Diameter
30 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Who is the VAUGHN THERMAL MP80F-RC 80-Gallon for?
Its 98 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 (1273 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 MP80F-RC 80-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the VAUGHN THERMAL MP80F-RC 80-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 3.8).
How much does the VAUGHN THERMAL MP80F-RC 80-Gallon 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 VAUGHN THERMAL MP80F-RC 80-Gallon need?
The VAUGHN THERMAL MP80F-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 MP80F-RC 80-Gallon a smart water heater?
No, the VAUGHN THERMAL MP80F-RC 80-Gallon is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
