


High Performance and High Efficiency
The Sanitizer from Vaughn Thermal combines time proven technologies with our Hydrastone Cement lining for the industry's longest lasting and most reliable high efficiency water heater. The Sanitizer line of heaters is equipped with low watt density elements, thereby reducing the potential problem of mineral build up common to the failure of conventional elements. A cleverly designed cold water inlet connection gently diffuses the flow of cold water in the lower portion of the tank, resulting in improved energy efficiency and performance, while surface mounted thermistors and digital temperature control provide the end user with adjustable set points and differentials, providing ideal output and accuracy for any high temperature application. Lowest standby heat loss, proven components and the industry's longest lasting tank make the Sanitizer electric water heater the preferred choice for your high temperature water heating needs.


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- No Anode Rod Required, as Vaughn's Hydrastone lining is immune to water quality and ideal for high temperature applications
- Surface mounted thermistors ensure accuracy, key in high temperature, high volume installations
- Digital readout on controller allows for easy confirmation and if necessary-adjustment of tank temperature and differentials
- All plastic jacket protects heater and ensures years of reliable service in a high moisture environment
- Innovative Cold Water Inlet & Diffuser, designed to reduce turbulence in the tank and facilitate tank stratification
- All bronze tappings contribute to long life of the tank
- Two 6000W Heating Elements
- Optional Hand Hole Cleanout

Model SD Water Heater Specifications
Model S: 2" Polyurethane Foam
Model ME: 3" Polyurethane Foam
Standard: 5 Year Non Pro-Rated
Optional: 10 Year Non Pro-Rated
General Specifications
The Vaughn tank is all welded heavy steel construction designed for 150 psi working pressure and tested to 300 psi. Each tank is centrifugally lined with 1/2" thick seamless high density Hydrastone cement with guaranteed 100% coverage of all steel surfaces. All tank openings are non-ferrous solid copper-silicon and are resistant to the corrosive effects of hot water.
3/4" combination cold water inlet and drain, with non-corrosive strata flow diffuser which prevents incoming cold water from mixing too rapidly with the hot water in the tank and assures delivery of more hot water - not lukewarm. A 3/4" hot water outlet with a uniquely designed built-in heat trap prevents heated water from radiating through the piping during standby periods.
Copper or Incoloy sheathed immersion heating elements with low watt density for prolonged life - up to 12 KW in 120, 208, 240, 277, 480 volt single phase. An adjustable surface thermostat operates in 110-170°F range.
Integral hi-limit with manual reset button for over-temperature protection is factory set at 190°F.
Upper and lower element configurations are factory wired for non-simultaneous operation.
Highly efficient thick polyurethane foam insulation meets or exceed the requirements of ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2007 standards for energy efficiency and heat loss.
The exterior protective jacket is constructed from high impact composite material which cannot rust or corrode and does not require painting.

Dimensional Data
Model |
Storage Capacity (Gallons) |
Standard Wattage & Voltage |
Diameter (Inches) |
Height (Inches) |
Shipping Weight (lbs.) |
S50 | 50 | 6000W 240V | 22 3/4 | 51 | 300 |
S80 | 80 | 26 | 58 | 375 | |
S80T | 80 | 22 3/4 | 72 3/4 | 370 | |
S100 | 100 | 26 | 69 3/8 | 435 | |
S120 | 119 | 28 | 69 | 450 |
Recovery Capacity (Gal./Hour) For Various Wattages & Water Temperature Rises
Wattage | 130° | 120° | 110° | 100° | 80° | 60° | 40° | 20° |
1500 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 5.5 | 6.1 | 7.6 | 10.1 | 15.4 | 30.7 |
2000 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 8.2 | 10.2 | 13.6 | 20.5 | 41.0 |
2500 | 7.8 | 8.5 | 9.2 | 10.2 | 12.8 | 17.1 | 25.6 | 51.2 |
3000 | 9.4 | 10.2 | 11.1 | 12.3 | 15.4 | 20.5 | 30.7 | 61.5 |
3500 | 11.0 | 11.9 | 13.0 | 14.3 | 17.9 | 23.9 | 35.9 | 71.7 |
4000 | 12.6 | 13.6 | 14.9 | 16.4 | 20.5 | 27.3 | 41.0 | 82.0 |
4500 | 14.1 | 15.3 | 16.7 | 18.4 | 23.1 | 30.7 | 46.1 | 92.2 |
5000 | 15.7 | 17.0 | 18.6 | 20.5 | 25.6 | 34.2 | 51.2 | 102.5 |
5500 | 17.3 | 18.8 | 20.5 | 22.5 | 28.2 | 37.6 | 56.3 | 112.7 |
6000 | 18.9 | 20.5 | 22.3 | 24.6 | 30.7 | 40.8 | 61.5 | 123.0 |
Electric Heating Element - Dual Ratings and Recovery Rates - 240 Volts to 208 Volts
WATTAGE @ 240 VOLTS | GPH RECOVERY | WATTAGE @ 208 VOLTS | GPH RECOVERY |
---|---|---|---|
1500 | 6 | 1123 | 4.5 |
2500 | 10 | 1881 | 7.5 |
3000 | 12 | 2253 | 9.0 |
3500 | 14 | 2628 | 10.5 |
4000 | 16 | 3004 | 12.0 |
4500 | 18 | 3380 | 13.5 |
5000 | 20 | 3762 | 15.0 |
6000 | 24 | 4507 | 18.0 |
Measurement of Resistance in Elements
WATTS | VOLTS | OHMS |
---|---|---|
1000 | 120 | 13.9 |
1000 | 240 | 57.8 |
1500 | 120 | 9.6 |
1500 | 240 | 38.1 |
2000 | 240 | 28.9 |
2500 | 240 | 23.1 |
3000 | 208 | 14.4 |
3000 | 240 | 23.1 |
3500 | 240 | 16.4 |
3800 | 240 | 15.2 |
4000 | 208 | 10.5 |
4000 | 240 | 14.4 |
4500 | 208 | 9.6 |
4500 | 240 | 12.8 |
4500 | 480 | 51.6 |
5000 | 208 | 8.7 |
5000 | 240 | 11.5 |
5000 | 480 | 46.0 |
5500 | 240 | 10.5 |
6000 | 208 | 7.2 |
6000 | 240 | 9.6 |
6000 | 480 | 38.1 |
Formulas
A = W / VR = V / A
W = A x V
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- Sanitizer Brochure PDF (1.4 MB)
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