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A.O. Smith HPTU-50N - 50 Gallon Capacity - Residential Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater
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A.O. Smith HPTU-50N - 50 Gallon Capacity - Residential Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater
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- High Efficiency Electric Hot Water
- The A.O. Smith Voltex line heats water with a high efficiency electric heat pump rather than conventional electric methods. This provides efficient hot water while also helping to dehumidify and cool the ambient air around the unit.
- Multiple Operating Modes
- The HPTU-50N comes with 3 different operating modes: Efficiency, Hybrid, and Electric, to meet any and all hot water needs. Hybrid mode automatically adjusts between the compressor and heating element. Vacation mode reduces costs for up to 99 days.
- Coreguard Anode Rod
- The stainless steel anode rod core helps extend the life of the heater by protecting it from the corrosive effects of hot water. Coreguard technology helps to extend the life more than that of a standard rod.
- User-Friendly Electronic Interface
- A built-in easy to read controller on the unit gives you easy access to temperature settings, operating mode, and multiple diagnostics to make sure your unit is running exactly how you want it.
A.O. Smith continues to lead the way in residential and commercial water heating with close to 70 years of innovative hot water solutions. The HPTU-50N features A.O. Smith's latest high efficiency electric water heating technology. By using an electric heat pump rather than resistive heating elements the HPTU line offers money saving efficiency, with a 3.24 Uniform Energy Factor. A 50 gallon tank and multiple operating modes allow the unit to fit nearly any hot water need. Additional quality of life features such as backup electric elements, and a Coreguard anode rod keep the HPTU-50N running reliably and efficiently even in periods of high demand.
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Specifications
HPTU-50N
Overview
Product Category
Water Heater - Tank
UPC
671657235437
General Information
Type
Hybrid Electric Water Heater
Product Line
Voltex
Product Category
Water Heater - Tank
Medium
Medium
Medium refers to the substance that carries heat through the heating system. Systems are either designed to use either Hot Water or Steam as a medium, and components are usually specific to one or the other.
Hot Water
Fuel Type
Fuel Type
To create heat, some form of fuel is required. Fuel Type specifies what the product uses as an input to create heat.
Electric
Storage Type
Tank
Application
Residential
Mount Type
Floor
Capacity
50 Gallons
Performance
First Hour Delivery
First Hour Delivery
Sometimes called First Hour Rating, this is the number of gallons of hot water the heater can supply per hour when starting with a fully heated tank. The recovery of the water heater depends on your boiler's BTU and boiler output temperature.
70 Gallons
Uniform Energy Factor
Uniform Energy Factor
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) is a measurement of water heater energy efficiency. The higher the energy factor, the more efficient the water heater.
3.42
Electrical Data
Voltage
208/240 Volts
Phase
1
Frequency
60 Hz
Recommended Breaker Size
30 Amps
Current Draw
18.75 Amps
Dimensions
Cold Water Inlet
3/4 Inch
Hot Water Outlet
3/4 Inch
Product Height
63 Inches
Product Width
22 Inches
Product Depth
22 Inches
Product Weight
196 Pounds
Shipping Weight
196 Pounds
Certifications
CSA Listed
Yes
UL Listed
Yes
Energy Star Listed
Yes
AHRI Certified
Yes
AHRI Reference Number
9060127
Warranty Information
Parts Warranty
Parts Warranty
A warranty is a safeguard from defects in manufacturing and can vary in length and terms. Some manufacturers require registration for extended warranty benefits, be sure to check out features and the warranty document. To see the manufacturer's warranty statement, click on the Manuals tab. Learn More
10 Years
Reviews
(14)
A.O. Smith Tank HPTU-50N Reviews & Ratings
Customer Rating
4.79
(14 Ratings)
83% recommend this product
5
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Great Water Heater
By Kenneth F
Nebraska
Purchased 01/21/2025 |
Review Posted 03/06/2025
I liked the first one so much I bought another one for the new house we built. Easy to install and setup.
Kenneth F Recommends This
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5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I39d Buy It Again
Great Heater
By Samuel A
Georgia
Purchased 05/16/2024 |
Review Posted 06/07/2024
Shipped very fast and it’s working great.
Samuel A Recommends This
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5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Easy To Store
Cons:
None
Review
By Kevin
Oklahoma
Purchased 04/12/2024 |
Review Posted 04/26/2024
Value was put at three only because we haven’t had the unit long enough to see if it will perform at the efficiency levels it is marketed at.
It is louder than it was said to be when it is running but no louder than the blower on our central air system.
The first unit arrived damaged. We had the replacement unit less than a week later under warranty. Would definitely buy from PED again
It is louder than it was said to be when it is running but no louder than the blower on our central air system.
The first unit arrived damaged. We had the replacement unit less than a week later under warranty. Would definitely buy from PED again
Kevin Recommends This
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4/5
4/5
3/5
3/5
Pros:
Price
Cons:
None
Energy Saver
By Jason H
Wisconsin
Purchased 02/27/2023 |
Review Posted 03/22/2023
Looks like a nice, well made product.
Jason H Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
4/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, High Quality
Nice Unit
By Robert S
Ohio
Review Posted 08/26/2022
I've only been using the unit for a couple weeks but it's a nice looking water heater with the heat pump feature. Fan on heat pump isn't that loud and it was easy for me to install by myself.
Robert S Recommends This
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5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, Id Buy It Again, Easy To Store
Replacing propane fired instantaneous water heater.
By Brian L.
Winchendon, Massachusetts
Purchased 12/31/2021 |
Review Posted 03/09/2022
Pleased with my purchase. It was easy to set up and is much quieter than expected after reading reviews. It actually makes less noise than water heater that it replaced. I installed 3 weeks ago I should update after a year.
Brian L. Recommends This
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5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Id Buy It Again, High Quality, Exceeded Expectations
Cons:
Expensive
Excellent Heat Pump Water Heater
By Andrew C
Atherton, California
Purchased 05/18/2020 |
Review Posted 08/25/2020
The HPTU-50N is a well made unit that has performed flawlessly for several months now.
Andrew C Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Id Buy It Again, Durable, Reliable, High Quality
I love this hybrid heater
By Barry I.
Plainfield, Vermont
Purchased 01/07/2017 |
Review Posted 07/19/2018
This water heater was very easy to install. It's been running in the heat pump mode since I installed it. You can hear the fan running, but it's more from the air movement perspective. I do like how it doubles as a dehumidifier. So if you're like I am with an older home that has a damp basement, I no longer need to run my dehumidifier. So I'm not sure if I'm getting free hot water or free dehumidifying, but feels great to not be paying for both of them. I've only had it running for a month, so I'm looking forward to my next electric bill. I marked the value as 5 stars because I did get a $600 rebate from my state efficiency program. If I had to pay full price without the rebate I would have given 4-stars as the return on investment would have been longer.
Barry I. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again, Durable, Exceeded Expectations
Cons:
Expensive
Good Water Heater
By William P.
Castle Rock, Colorado
Purchased 07/29/2017 |
Review Posted 08/26/2017
When changing from one water heater to another the plumbing doesn't quite fit. Unless you're comfortable working with minor pipe changes you might want to consider having the water heater installed for you. The heater works great - I have it set on economy, at 135 degrees, and it provides plenty of hot water for my wife and I. The real test will come when the heater is around 10 years old. But, right now it works great. I have it installed in an unfinished basement and it works well. I'm sure it would work even better in a warmer climate, I live in Denver.
William P. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
4/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
Expensive
So Far, It's Working Great
By Richard P.
Green Cove Springs, Florida
Purchased 05/12/2017 |
Review Posted 08/03/2017
It took a little time for the initial power up self test to run but it was flawless and had hot water in minutes after it started up. I don't mind the 120 degree hot water if left in efficiency mode, works just fine for me. Make sure you have a good drain line as there is substantial amount of drainage from the dehumidifying effect in my garage. Nice side effect....it keeps the garage noticeably cooler in the hot weather. So far I love it and am impressed with how well it works and how quiet it is when compressor is running. Looking forward to my lower electric bill.
Oh, and pretty easy to install as well. Will order again for friends, family, and others.
Oh, and pretty easy to install as well. Will order again for friends, family, and others.
Richard P. Recommends This
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4/5
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