ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2013 — Furnaces
The ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2013 designation recognizes the most efficient products among those that qualify for the ENERGY STAR. These exceptional furnaces represent the leading edge in energy efficient products this year.
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Air Ease A97DSMV Series Comfort Sync Control |
Features:
- Modulating Heat - Provides superior comfort over traditional single- stage and two-stage products, further reducing temperature swings in your home
- Variable speed Fan Motor - By changing the speed of its airflow during start-up, your furnace can adjust humidity levels and create more even temperatures throughout your home, while enhancing efficiency and reducing operating noise.
- Quiet Combustion Technology - Uses a smaller Btu input per burner for quieter start-up and operation while providing more even heat distribution.
- EHX technology - Armstrong Air’s proprietary heat exchanger design is made of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and maximum strength against thermal fatigue caused by repeated heating and cooling. Advanced airflow properties eliminate hot spots and distribute heat more evenly than conventional designs. All these combine to extend the life of the heat exchanger.
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| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 70 |
97 |
1.5% |
282 |
64.5 |
$708 |
$12,744 |
21% |
| 90 |
97 |
1.3% |
321 |
80.2 |
$877 |
$15,788 |
21% |
| 110 |
97 |
1.3% |
380 |
95.1 |
$1,040 |
$18,719 |
21% |
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Air Ease A97USMV Series Comfort Sync Control |
Features:
- Modulating Heat - Provides superior comfort over traditional single- stage and two-stage products, further reducing temperature swings in your home
- Variable speed Fan Motor - By changing the speed of its airflow during start-up, your furnace can adjust humidity levels and create more even temperatures throughout your home, while enhancing efficiency and reducing operating noise.
- Quiet Combustion Technology - Uses a smaller Btu input per burner for quieter start-up and operation while providing more even heat distribution.
- EHX technology - Armstrong Air’s proprietary heat exchanger design is made of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and maximum strength against thermal fatigue caused by repeated heating and cooling. Advanced airflow properties eliminate hot spots and distribute heat more evenly than conventional designs. All these combine to extend the life of the heat exchanger.
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| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 70 |
97 |
1.5% |
282 |
64.5 |
$708 |
$12,744 |
21% |
| 90 |
97 |
1.3% |
321 |
80.2 |
$877 |
$15,788 |
21% |
| 110 |
97 |
1.4% |
409 |
95.5 |
$1,047 |
$18,852 |
21% |
| 135 |
97 |
1.6% |
550 |
112.1 |
$1,237 |
$22,266 |
21% |
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Airquest® VC 97 Series with Observer™ Control |
Features: Featuring self-configuring control, Airquest® VC 97 furnaces are built with stainless steel primary and secondary heat exchangers and achieve 97% AFUE. The modulating (multi-stage) gas valves allow the furnace to operate on a quieter low-fire setting unless thermostat calls for more fire. Airquest® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
155 |
47 |
$510 |
$9,179 |
22% |
| 80 |
97 |
2.0% |
460 |
78 |
$868 |
$15,621 |
20% |
| 100 |
97 |
2.0% |
470 |
94 |
$1,038 |
$18,684 |
21% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
506 |
109 |
$1,204 |
$21,668 |
21% |
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Arcoaire VC 97 Series with Observer™ Control |
Features: Featuring self-configuring control, Arcoaire® VC 97 furnaces are built with stainless steel primary and secondary heat exchangers and achieve 97% AFUE. The modulating (multi-stage) gas valves allow the Arcoaire® VC 97 to operate on a quieter low-fire setting unless thermostat calls for more fire. Arcoaire® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
1.1% |
155 |
47 |
$509 |
$9,168 |
23% |
| 80 |
97 |
2.0% |
460 |
78 |
$866 |
$15,588 |
20% |
| 100 |
97 |
1.7% |
470 |
94 |
$1,036 |
$18,650 |
21% |
| 120 |
97 |
1.6% |
506 |
109 |
$1,202 |
$21,632 |
21% |
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Armstrong Air A97DSMV Series Comfort Sync Control |
Features:
- Modulating Heat - Provides superior comfort over traditional single- stage and two-stage products, further reducing temperature swings in your home
- Variable speed Fan Motor - By changing the speed of its airflow during start-up, your furnace can adjust humidity levels and create more even temperatures throughout your home, while enhancing efficiency and reducing operating noise.
- Quiet Combustion Technology - Uses a smaller Btu input per burner for quieter start-up and operation while providing more even heat distribution.
- EHX technology - Armstrong Air’s proprietary heat exchanger design is made of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and maximum strength against thermal fatigue caused by repeated heating and cooling. Advanced airflow properties eliminate hot spots and distribute heat more evenly than conventional designs. All these combine to extend the life of the heat exchanger.
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| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 70 |
97 |
1.5% |
282 |
64.5 |
$708 |
$12,744 |
21% |
| 90 |
97 |
1.3% |
321 |
80.2 |
$877 |
$15,788 |
21% |
| 110 |
97 |
1.3% |
380 |
95.1 |
$1,040 |
$18,719 |
21% |
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Armstrong Air A97USMV Series Comfort Sync Control |
Features:
- Modulating Heat - Provides superior comfort over traditional single- stage and two-stage products, further reducing temperature swings in your home
- Variable speed Fan Motor - By changing the speed of its airflow during start-up, your furnace can adjust humidity levels and create more even temperatures throughout your home, while enhancing efficiency and reducing operating noise.
- Quiet Combustion Technology - Uses a smaller Btu input per burner for quieter start-up and operation while providing more even heat distribution.
- EHX technology - Armstrong Air’s proprietary heat exchanger design is made of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and maximum strength against thermal fatigue caused by repeated heating and cooling. Advanced airflow properties eliminate hot spots and distribute heat more evenly than conventional designs. All these combine to extend the life of the heat exchanger.
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| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 70 |
97 |
1.5% |
282 |
64.5 |
$708 |
$12,744 |
21% |
| 90 |
97 |
1.3% |
321 |
80.2 |
$877 |
$15,788 |
21% |
| 110 |
97 |
1.4% |
409 |
95.5 |
$1,047 |
$18,852 |
21% |
| 135 |
97 |
1.6% |
550 |
112.1 |
$1,237 |
$22,266 |
21% |
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Broan iQ Drive® Series with iQ Drive Control |
Features: This fully modulating gas furnace achieves up to 97.4% AFUE and is available in 60, 80, 100, and 120 thousand heat inputs. Furnace features include: modulating gas valve from 100% to 50% of heat input in 5% increments, time proportioning modulation down to 15%, and variable speed inducer and blower. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
253 |
47 |
$524 |
$9,435 |
21% |
| 80 |
97.2 |
2.0% |
391 |
79 |
$871 |
$15,670 |
21% |
| 100 |
97.4 |
2.0% |
370 |
93 |
$1,016 |
$18,292 |
22% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
593 |
106 |
$1,177 |
$21,183 |
20% |
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Bryant 987M Evolution® System Series with Evolution Control |
Features: The Evolution® System 987M furnace has a new modulating gas valve that matches heating output to the home's heating needs to provide precise heating power for maximum comfort. True multi-position design allows upflow, downflow or horizontal installation with 97.0 AFUE performance in all configurations. Evolution® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
1.1% |
155 |
47 |
$509 |
$9,168 |
23% |
| 80 |
97 |
2.0% |
460 |
78 |
$866 |
$15,588 |
20% |
| 100 |
97 |
1.7% |
470 |
94 |
$1,036 |
$18,650 |
21% |
| 120 |
97 |
1.6% |
506 |
109 |
$1,202 |
$21,632 |
21% |
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Carrier 59MN7 Infinity® 98 Series with Infinity® Control |
Features: 59MN7 Infinity® 98 Furnace with Greenspeed™ Intelligence achieves AFUE of up to 97.4%. Greenspeed™ intelligence adjusts modulating gas valve output from 40% to 100% of capacity in one-percentage-point increments for precise comfort. Variable-speed ECM blower and inducer motors operate at quieter, lower speeds. Infinity® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97.4 |
1.1% |
154 |
47 |
$508 |
$9,140 |
23% |
| 80 |
97.4 |
2.0% |
458 |
77 |
$864 |
$15,560 |
20% |
| 100 |
97.1 |
1.7% |
470 |
94 |
$1,037 |
$18,665 |
21% |
| 120 |
97.2 |
1.6% |
505 |
109 |
$1,202 |
$21,628 |
21% |
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Coleman Echelon™ Series with Touch Screen Communicating Control |
Features: The Coleman Echelon™ CP9C residential gas furnaces combine modulating heat with variable speed blower technology for outstanding comfort, premium look, compact design, quiet operating sound levels, convenient serviceability, and efficiency of 97.5 to 98% AFUE. This furnace integrates with the Residential Communicating Control and communicating outdoor unit to provide easy setup, troubleshooting, superior comfort and system performance. More Features. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97.5 |
2.0% |
293 |
48.4 |
$540 |
$9,722 |
20% |
| 80 |
97.5 |
2.0% |
483 |
80.8 |
$901 |
$16,219 |
20% |
| 100 |
97.7 |
2.0% |
585 |
96.5 |
$1,077 |
$19,386 |
20% |
| 120 |
98 |
1.9% |
647 |
112.4 |
$1,251 |
$22,513 |
21% |
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ComfortMaker SoftSound® VC 97 Series with Observer™ Control |
Features: Featuring self-configuring control, SoftSound® VC 97 furnaces are built with stainless steel primary and secondary heat exchangers and achieve 97% AFUE. The modulating (multi-stage) gas valves allow the furnace to operate on a quieter low-fire setting unless thermostat calls for more fire. ComfortMaker® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
155 |
47 |
$510 |
$9,179 |
22% |
| 80 |
97 |
2.0% |
460 |
78 |
$868 |
$15,621 |
20% |
| 100 |
97 |
2.0% |
470 |
94 |
$1,038 |
$18,684 |
21% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
506 |
109 |
$1,204 |
$21,668 |
21% |
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Day &:Night ConstantComfort® VC 97 Series with Observer™ Control |
Features: Featuring self-configuring control, Constant Comfort® VC 97 furnaces are built with stainless steel primary and secondary heat exchangers and achieve 97% AFUE. The modulating (multi-stage) gas valves allow the furnace to operate on a quieter low-fire setting unless thermostat calls for more fire. Day &:Night® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
155 |
47 |
$510 |
$9,179 |
22% |
| 80 |
97 |
2.0% |
460 |
78 |
$868 |
$15,621 |
20% |
| 100 |
97 |
2.0% |
470 |
94 |
$1,038 |
$18,684 |
21% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
506 |
109 |
$1,204 |
$21,668 |
21% |
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Fraser-Johnston LX Series™ with Touch Screen Communicating Control |
Features: The Fraser-Johnston LX Series™ TP9C residential gas furnaces combine modulating heat with variable speed blower technology for outstanding comfort, premium look, compact design, quiet operating sound levels, convenient serviceability, and efficiency of 97.5 to 98% AFUE. This furnace integrates with the Residential Communicating Control and communicating outdoor unit to provide easy setup, troubleshooting, superior comfort and system performance. More Features |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97.5 |
2.0% |
293 |
48.4 |
$540 |
$9,722 |
20% |
| 80 |
97.5 |
2.0% |
483 |
80.8 |
$901 |
$16,219 |
20% |
| 100 |
97.7 |
2.0% |
585 |
96.5 |
$1,077 |
$19,386 |
20% |
| 120 |
98 |
1.9% |
647 |
112.4 |
$1,251 |
$22,513 |
21% |
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Frigidaire iQ Drive® Series with iQ Drive Control |
Features: This fully modulating gas furnace achieves up to 97.4% AFUE and is available in 60, 80, 100, and 120 thousand heat inputs. Furnace features include: modulating gas valve from 100% to 50% of heat input in 5% increments, time proportioning modulation down to 15%, and variable speed inducer and blower. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
253 |
47 |
$524 |
$9,435 |
21% |
| 80 |
97.2 |
2.0% |
391 |
79 |
$871 |
$15,670 |
21% |
| 100 |
97.4 |
2.0% |
370 |
93 |
$1,016 |
$18,292 |
22% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
593 |
106 |
$1,177 |
$21,183 |
20% |
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Heil Quietcomfort® VC 97 Series with Observer™ Control |
Features: Featuring self-configuring control, QuietComfort® VC 97 furnaces are built with stainless steel primary and secondary heat exchangers and achieve 97% AFUE. The modulating (multi-stage) gas valves allow the furnace to operate on a quieter low-fire setting unless thermostat calls for more fire. Heil® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
155 |
47 |
$510 |
$9,179 |
22% |
| 80 |
97 |
2.0% |
460 |
78 |
$868 |
$15,621 |
20% |
| 100 |
97 |
2.0% |
470 |
94 |
$1,038 |
$18,684 |
21% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
506 |
109 |
$1,204 |
$21,668 |
21% |
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Keeprite® VC 97 Series with Observer™ Control |
Features: Featuring self-configuring control, Keeprite® VC 97 furnaces are built with stainless steel primary and secondary heat exchangers and achieve 97% AFUE. The modulating (multi-stage) gas valves allow the furnace to operate on a quieter low-fire setting unless thermostat calls for more fire. Keeprite® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
155 |
47 |
$510 |
$9,179 |
22% |
| 80 |
97 |
2.0% |
460 |
78 |
$868 |
$15,621 |
20% |
| 100 |
97 |
2.0% |
470 |
94 |
$1,038 |
$18,684 |
21% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
506 |
109 |
$1,204 |
$21,668 |
21% |
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Kenmore® VC 97 Series with Observer™ Control |
Features: Featuring self-configuring control, Kenmore® VC 97 furnaces are built with stainless steel primary and secondary heat exchangers and achieve 97% AFUE. The modulating (multi-stage) gas valves allow the Kenmore® VC 97 to operate on a quieter low-fire setting unless thermostat calls for more fire. Kenmore® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
1.1% |
155 |
47 |
$509 |
$9,168 |
23% |
| 80 |
97 |
2.0% |
460 |
78 |
$866 |
$15,588 |
20% |
| 100 |
97 |
1.7% |
470 |
94 |
$1,036 |
$18,650 |
21% |
| 120 |
97 |
1.6% |
506 |
109 |
$1,202 |
$21,632 |
21% |
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Lennox SLP98 Series with icomfort™ system |
Features: Efficiency rating of up to 98.2% AFUE, SilentComfort™ technology delivers the ultimate in quiet, consistent heating, Precise Comfort™ technology adjusts fan speed, heat and airflow capacity in increments as small as 1% for the ultimate in temperature control, SureLight control board (icomfort™ compatible)—controls all furnace operations to ensure high reliability and efficiency, Duralok Plus® heat exchanger with lifetime warranty ensures high reliability and efficiency. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 64 |
97-97.5 |
1.4-1.6% |
268-301 |
64 |
$704-$709 |
$12,678–$12,764 |
21% |
| 85 |
97.5-98.2 |
1.2-1.8% |
285-431 |
79-80 |
$866-$878 |
$15,593–$15,807 |
21-23% |
| 107 |
97.5-98.2 |
1.4-1.6% |
401-445 |
94-95 |
$1037-$1047 |
$18,671–$18,770 |
21-22% |
| 128 |
97.5 |
1.6% |
610 |
129 |
$1,419 |
$25,546 |
21% |
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Luxaire Acclimate™ Series with Touch Screen Communicating Control |
Features: The Luxaire Acclimate™ LP9C residential gas furnaces combine modulating heat with variable speed blower technology for outstanding comfort, premium look, compact design, quiet operating sound levels, convenient serviceability, and efficiency of 97.5 to 98% AFUE. This furnace integrates with the Residential Communicating Control and communicating outdoor unit to provide easy setup, troubleshooting, superior comfort and system performance. More Features |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97.5 |
2.0% |
293 |
48.4 |
$540 |
$9,722 |
20% |
| 80 |
97.5 |
2.0% |
483 |
80.8 |
$901 |
$16,219 |
20% |
| 100 |
97.7 |
2.0% |
585 |
96.5 |
$1,077 |
$19,386 |
20% |
| 120 |
98 |
1.9% |
647 |
112.4 |
$1,251 |
$22,513 |
21% |
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Maytag iQ Drive® Series with iQ Drive Control |
Features: This fully modulating gas furnace achieves up to 97.4% AFUE and is available in 60, 80, 100, and 120 thousand heat inputs. Furnace features include: modulating gas valve from 100% to 50% of heat input in 5% increments, time proportioning modulation down to 15%, and variable speed inducer and blower. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
253 |
47 |
$524 |
$9,435 |
21% |
| 80 |
97.2 |
2.0% |
391 |
79 |
$871 |
$15,670 |
21% |
| 100 |
97.4 |
2.0% |
370 |
93 |
$1,016 |
$18,292 |
22% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
593 |
106 |
$1,177 |
$21,183 |
20% |
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Nutone iQ Drive® Series with iQ Drive Control |
Features: This fully modulating gas furnace achieves up to 97.4% AFUE and is available in 60, 80, 100, and 120 thousand heat inputs. Furnace features include: modulating gas valve from 100% to 50% of heat input in 5% increments, time proportioning modulation down to 15%, and variable speed inducer and blower. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
253 |
47 |
$524 |
$9,435 |
21% |
| 80 |
97.2 |
2.0% |
391 |
79 |
$871 |
$15,670 |
21% |
| 100 |
97.4 |
2.0% |
370 |
93 |
$1,016 |
$18,292 |
22% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
593 |
106 |
$1,177 |
$21,183 |
20% |
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Tappan iQ Drive® Series with iQ Drive Control |
Features: This fully modulating gas furnace achieves up to 97.4% AFUE and is available in 60, 80, 100, and 120 thousand heat inputs. Furnace features include: modulating gas valve from 100% to 50% of heat input in 5% increments, time proportioning modulation down to 15%, and variable speed inducer and blower. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
253 |
47 |
$524 |
$9,435 |
21% |
| 80 |
97.2 |
2.0% |
391 |
79 |
$871 |
$15,670 |
21% |
| 100 |
97.4 |
2.0% |
370 |
93 |
$1,016 |
$18,292 |
22% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
593 |
106 |
$1,177 |
$21,183 |
20% |
 |
Tempstar SmartComfort® VC 97 Series with Observer™ Control |
Features: Featuring self-configuring control, SmartComfort® VC 97 furnaces are built with stainless steel primary and secondary heat exchangers and achieve 97% AFUE. The modulating (multi-stage) gas valves allow the SmartComfort® VC 97 to operate on a quieter low-fire setting unless thermostat calls for more fire. Tempstar® control recommended for full functionality. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
1.1% |
155 |
47 |
$509 |
$9,168 |
23% |
| 80 |
97 |
2.0% |
460 |
78 |
$866 |
$15,588 |
20% |
| 100 |
97 |
1.7% |
470 |
94 |
$1,036 |
$18,650 |
21% |
| 120 |
97 |
1.6% |
506 |
109 |
$1,202 |
$21,632 |
21% |
 |
Westinghouse iQ Drive® Series with iQ Drive Control |
Features: This fully modulating gas furnace achieves up to 97.4% AFUE and is available in 60, 80, 100, and 120 thousand heat inputs. Furnace features include: modulating gas valve from 100% to 50% of heat input in 5% increments, time proportioning modulation down to 15%, and variable speed inducer and blower. |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97 |
2.0% |
253 |
47 |
$524 |
$9,435 |
21% |
| 80 |
97.2 |
2.0% |
391 |
79 |
$871 |
$15,670 |
21% |
| 100 |
97.4 |
2.0% |
370 |
93 |
$1,016 |
$18,292 |
22% |
| 120 |
97 |
2.0% |
593 |
106 |
$1,177 |
$21,183 |
20% |
 |
York Affinity™ Series with Touch Screen Communicating Control |
Features: The York Affinity™ YP9C residential gas furnaces combine modulating heat with variable speed blower technology for outstanding comfort, premium look, compact design, quiet operating sound levels, convenient serviceability, and efficiency of 97.5 to 98% AFUE. This furnace integrates with the Residential Communicating Control and communicating outdoor unit to provide easy setup, troubleshooting, superior comfort and system performance. More Features |
| Capacity (MBtu/hr) |
Energy Use: |
Annual Energy Use (kWh) |
Annual Gas Use (MMBtu) |
Annual Cost (National Average)* |
Lifetime Cost to Operate** |
% Saving over Standard Furnace |
| AFUE |
Furnace Fan Efficiency |
| 60 |
97.5 |
2.0% |
293 |
48.4 |
$540 |
$9,722 |
20% |
| 80 |
97.5 |
2.0% |
483 |
80.8 |
$901 |
$16,219 |
20% |
| 100 |
97.7 |
2.0% |
585 |
96.5 |
$1,077 |
$19,386 |
20% |
| 120 |
98 |
1.9% |
647 |
112.4 |
$1,251 |
$22,513 |
21% |
* Estimated using an average price of electricity of 10.9 cents per kilowatt hour.
** Estimated using an average price of gas of $10.50 per million BTU.
*** Furnace lifetime is estimated at 18 years.