Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2)
Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2) is a non-catalytic wood stove from Hearth and Home Technologies certified at 1.8 g/hr particulate emissions with 71% HHV efficiency and a 22,960–25,549 BTU/h output range.
| Appliance type | wood-stove |
|---|---|
| Combustion technology | Non-Catalytic Stove |
| Certified fuel | Crib Wood |
| Covered model numbers | Vermont Castings Aspen C3 |
| Emission rate | 1.8 g/hr |
|---|---|
| Carbon monoxide | 1.6 g/min |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 71 % |
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| Heat output (low) | 22960 BTU/h |
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| Heat output (high) | 25549 BTU/h |
| Firebox volume | 1.25 cu ft |
| 25C tax credit eligible (≥75% HHV) | No |
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| 2020 NSPS compliant | Yes |
| Currently in production | Yes |
| EPA certification number | 196-19 |
What space does the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2) suit?
- Its 25,549 BTU/h peak output covers roughly 750–1,000 sq ft at the 25–35 BTU/h-per-square-foot rule of thumb — see the sizing calculator to adjust for your insulation and climate.
- The 1.25 cu ft firebox puts it in the small/cabin class.
- Rough fuel use: about 1.9 cords per season at the midpoint of its output range (8 burn-hours/day, 150-day season, 22 MMBtu/cord — see methodology).
- Certified burning Crib Wood .
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2) EPA certified?
Yes, the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2) is on the EPA's current list of certified wood heaters (certification number 196-19) and meets the 2020 NSPS Step 2 emission limits.
What is the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2)'s emission rate?
The Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2) is certified at 1.8 grams of particulates per hour (tested with crib wood). Real-world emissions depend heavily on fuel moisture and operation — the lab figure assumes seasoned fuel and correct air settings.
How many square feet can the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2) heat?
Roughly 750–1,000 sq ft, estimated from its 25,549 BTU/h peak output at 25–35 BTU/h per square foot. Insulation, climate, ceiling height, and floor plan move this figure substantially in both directions.
Does the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2) qualify for a federal tax credit?
No — the federal 25C credit for biomass stoves was terminated for property placed in service after December 31, 2025. The Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Aspen C3 (2)'s certified efficiency is 71% HHV, which did not meet the credit's ≥75% HHV threshold while it existed. State and local incentive programs may still apply — check your state energy office and air district.
Sources
- cfpub.epa.gov (retrieved 2026-07-23)