Vertex™ 50-Gallon Ultra-Low NOx Power Vent Natural Gas Water Heater

Model GPHE-50
3.1 out of 5 Customer Rating
  • bvseo_sdk, dw_cartridge, 18.2.0, p_sdk_3.2.0
  • CLOUD, getAggregateRating, 7ms
  • reviews, product
  • bvseo-msg: Unsuccessful GET. status = 'ERROR', msg = 'Not Found.';
Capacity (Gallons)
  • Delivers 124-gallon first hour rating
  • 76,000 BTU input power vent design delivers up to 0.88 Uniform Energy Factor
  • Advanced high efficiency condensing design delivers energy savings & continuous hot water at a constant flow of over 3 gallons per minute
Product Details
  • Delivers 124-gallon first hour rating
  • 76,000 BTU input power vent design delivers up to 0.88 Uniform Energy Factor
  • Advanced high efficiency condensing design delivers energy savings & continuous hot water at a constant flow of over 3 gallons per minute
  • Helical coil internal heat exchanger lengthens heat transfer cycle and reduces lime & scale build-up to maintain high efficiency operation
  • Power vent design installs with 2", 3" or 4" PVC, CPVC or polypropylene pipe terminating through outside wall
  • Patented eco-friendly Green Choice® Gas Burner design reduces NOx emissions by up to 33% and complies with Low-NOx emission requirements
  • Patented Blue Diamond® glass tank lining protects against corrosion
  • DynaClean™ automatic cleaning system protects against sediment build-up
  • 6-year limited tank and parts warranty

  • The ProLine® Vertex™ 50-Gallon Ultra-Low NOx Power Vent Natural Gas Water Heater is designed specifically to generate a constant flow of 4 gallons per minute, resulting in continuous hot water for your home. Featuring a 50-gallon (nominal) tank and a 76,000 BTU gas burner, the GPHE-50 Power Vent delivers a thermal efficiency of 94%, a Uniform Energy Factor of 0.88, and a recovery rate of 95 gallons per hour. It carries a 6-year limited warranty, and meets Ultra-Low NOx emission requirements. Environmentally-friendly insulation and factory-installed heat trap nipples reduce heat loss for maximum energy savings. This ProLine® XE water heater is designed with A. O. Smith's superior commercial-grade tank protection. Advanced tank features include stainless steel Coregard™ anode rod, Blue Diamond® glass lining and DynaClean™ automatic sediment-cleaning system, all designed to help protect the tank from the corrosive effects of water and extend the life of the water heater. A. O. Smith’s ProLine® water heaters are residential products built to commercial-grade standard and are only available for purchase through professional wholesalers and contractors.

Specifications
Tech Specs
Nominal Gallon Capacity
50 Gallons
Rated Storage Volume
48 Gallons
UEF
0.88
Thermal Efficiency
94%
Maximum BTUs
76,000
Power Source
GAS
Limited Tank Warranty
6 Years
Limited Parts Warranty
1 Years
T&P Relief Valve
TRUE
Water Connection Location
TOP
Water Connection Size
0.75"
Emissions
Low NOx
First Hour Rating
124 Gallons
ASME Certified
No
Amperes
5
Blanket Included
No
Destination Country
US
Digital Display
true
Energy Star Certified
true
Fuel Source
NATURAL
Height to Gas Valve
10.50
Height to T&P
52.00
Ignition Type
Electronic Hot Surface Igniter
Installation Type
INDOOR
Application
RESIDENTIAL
Product Tier
ProLine® XE
Recovery Rise at 90°F
96
Shipping Height 
73
Shipping Length 
30
Shipping Width 
25.75
Side Loop
No
Voltage
120
Dimension & Venting
Type
Water Heater
Height
69"
Diameter
22 in."
Shipping Weight
225lbs
Find a Replacement
Current Product
Option 2
Vertex™ 50-Gallon Ultra-Low NOx Power Vent Natural Gas Water Heater
ProLine® XE Ultra-Low NOx Indoor 199,000 BTU Condensing Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater
GPHE-50
ATI-540H
Rebates up to $300 +
Rebates up to $300 +
Nominal Capacity
50 Gallons
Rated Storage Volume
48 Gallons
Diameter
22 in."
Width
17.75"
Depth
28"
11.25"
Height
69"
23.63"
Shipping Weight
225lbs
70lbs
Power Source
GAS
GAS
Limited Tank Warranty
6 Years
15 Years
Limited Parts Warranty
1 Years
5 Years
T&P Relief Valve
TRUE
Water Connection Location
TOP
BOTTOM
Water Connection Size
0.75"
First Hour Rating
124 Gallons
Thermal Efficiency
94%
0%
All Reviews for Vertex™ Condensing Bottom Fired (130 series)
  • bvseo_sdk, dw_cartridge, 18.2.0, p_sdk_3.2.0
  • CLOUD, getReviews, 5ms
  • reviews, product
  • bvseo-msg: Unsuccessful GET. status = 'ERROR', msg = 'Not Found.'; Unsuccessful GET. status = 'ERROR', msg = 'Not Found.';