AERCO Modulex EXT MLX 450
The AERCO Modulex EXT MLX 450 is a condensing multi-module commercial boiler rated 481.5 MBH maximum input and a 422,000–457,000 BTU/hr output range in AERCO's published ratings table, with 10.5:1 turndown across 3 independent thermal modules and a 454 lb wet weight.
Key figures
- Max input
- 481.5 MBH
- Max CSA output
- 457 MBH
- AFUE
- —
- Min input
- 46 MBH
Input is gas energy consumed; output is heat delivered. Never size from input alone.
AERCO Modulex EXT MLX 450 in practice
AERCO's Modulex EXT TDS prints the MLX EXT 450 at 46 MBH minimum input and 481.5 MBH maximum input with a 422,000–457,000 BTU/hr output range (Max Output varies with supply and return water temperatures). The ratings table lists an 87%–99% efficiency range; the TDS text states efficiency up to 98.6% can be achieved at the lowest firing rate.
The specifications table lists 10.5:1 turndown across 3 independent thermal modules, 2" NPT gas and 2 1/2" NPT water connections, 2.7 FLA at 120 V, a 4" vent and air inlet, a 92 psi maximum allowed working pressure and 50°–180°F supply temperature control (35°F minimum inlet water). Dimensions are 30" × 30.3" × 45.3" with a 454 lb wet weight and 520 lb shipping weight.
The Modulex EXT is AERCO's outdoor-ready condensing line with a coated enclosure standard, sealed or room-air combustion, the Ufly touchscreen controller, Modbus integration and 10.5:1 to 39:1 operating range depending on the unit. It runs on natural gas or propane. No official Canadian-sales statement was found, so canadianStatus stays unknown.
Best suited to
- Commercial plants documenting an installed Modulex EXT MLX 450 against AERCO's TDS
- Hydronic systems in the 481.5 MBH input class
- Outdoor or space-constrained installations that need modular redundancy
Applicability and support
- Model number
- MLX EXT 450
- Canadian availability
- unknown
- Production status
- current
- ROMA supplies
- Confirmed at consultation
- ROMA services
- Confirmed at consultation
- Warranty
- Not verified
Where ROMA provides on-site service
On-site service is currently offered in Greater Vancouver, BC, including Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, New Westminster, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, White Rock, Pitt Meadows, Tsawwassen, Anmore, Lions Bay, Belcarra, Bowen Island, Mission. Everything else on this site is reference information you can use anywhere in Canada.
Specifications
Published specifications
Values as published by AERCO (Watts). Units are shown with every value; notes flag conflicting sources or missing figures.
| Specification | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Input | ||
| Min. input | 46 MBH | Min Input per the Modulex EXT TDS ratings table. |
| Max. input | 481.5 MBH | Max Input per the Modulex EXT TDS ratings table. |
| Output | ||
| Max. output | 457 MBH | TDS prints Max Output as 422,000–457,000 BTU/hr depending on supply and return temperatures; the upper figure is recorded here. |
| Efficiency | ||
| Efficiency (up to) | 98.6 % | The TDS states efficiency up to 98.6% can be achieved at the lowest firing rate; the ratings table prints an 87%–99% efficiency range for each model. |
| Efficiency range | 87–99 % | Efficiency Range per the Modulex EXT TDS ratings table. |
| Venting and air | ||
| Vent and air inlet size | 4" | Per the Modulex EXT TDS specifications table; supports PVC, CPVC, polypropylene or AL29-4C venting. |
| Physical and connections | ||
| Gas connection | 2" NPT | Gas Connections per the Modulex EXT TDS specifications table. |
| Water connection | 2 1/2" NPT | Water Connections per the Modulex EXT TDS specifications table. |
| Width | 30 in | Per the Modulex EXT TDS dimensions table. |
| Depth | 30.3 in | Per the Modulex EXT TDS dimensions table. |
| Height | 45.3 in | Per the Modulex EXT TDS dimensions table. |
| Weight, wet | 454 lb | Weight (wet) per the Modulex EXT TDS dimensions table. |
| Weight, shipping | 520 lb | Weight (shipping) per the Modulex EXT TDS dimensions table. |
| Electrical | ||
| Electrical requirement (120 V) | 2.7 FLA | Electrical Req: 120V per the Modulex EXT TDS specifications table. |
| Operating limits and other | ||
| Turndown or operating range | 10.5:1 | Per the Modulex EXT TDS specifications table. |
| Thermal modules | 3 | Per the Modulex EXT TDS specifications table. |
Manuals
Alerts documented for this model
None documented yet.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Modulex EXT MLX 450 ratings?
AERCO's TDS prints 46 MBH minimum input, 481.5 MBH maximum input, a 422,000–457,000 BTU/hr output range and 10.5:1 turndown across 3 thermal modules.
Is the Modulex EXT MLX 450 outdoor-rated?
AERCO's TDS states the Modulex EXT comes standard with a coated enclosure allowing outdoor installations.
What fuel does the Modulex EXT MLX 450 use?
Natural gas or propane, per the Modulex EXT TDS specifications table.
Questions about the AERCO Modulex EXT MLX 450?
Describe what the boiler is doing and get a straight answer about the next step.
On-site service in Greater Vancouver, BC. ROMA lists “Open 7 days” on its site; call to confirm same-day availability.
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Sources and verification
- AERCO Modulex EXT 450–1100 Boilers Technical Data Sheet (PDF) · accessed September 9, 2026
- AERCO Modulex EXT Ufly Controller Manual, OMM-0159 (PDF) · OMM-0159 · accessed September 9, 2026
Facts checked September 9, 2026. Last updated September 9, 2026. Technical reviewer: not yet assigned.