Groen TDB-40A 10 Gallon Steam Jacketed Kettle - 2/3 Jacket, Manual Tilt, Countertop

Self-contained electric heat is what defines the TDB-40A: 10 gallons of jacketed volume on a single supply. It fastens to whatever it sits on, and that surface has to carry the kettle full. It earns its place on work that would otherwise tie up a range.

The heated zone reaches two thirds of the way up, which is what keeps a starch-heavy batch off a hot bottom. Groen rates the jacket to 50 PSI maximum. The vessel is tipped by hand, which at this batch size is quicker than cranking and leaves less to service. Past 12 degrees of tilt the heat is interrupted, which protects the steam source while the batch is pouring.

Construction is 304 stainless throughout, welded rather than bolted together, so there is no lap joint inside to hold a residue. Interior polishing runs to 180 emery grit, so there is little for product to cling to. Standard lining is type 304 stainless, with 316 available as an alternative on order. The Classic package is a knob and lights, Advanced adds a timer and an LED display, and Cook2Temp adds a core probe. It carries UL, NSF and ASME listings.

It is offered for 208 V or 240 V, single or three phase service; choose the electrical option above. The bench takes the whole load, which is the one structural question on this installation. A cook has to be able to stand square to it, which the counter layout has to allow.

Features

• Bench mounted — close to the pans it fills.
• UL listing on the sheet — no argument at electrical sign-off.
• Optional upgraded stainless liner — the wetted surface suits the menu.
• Heat cuts off past 12 degrees tilt — no firing while emptying.
• 10 Gallons of working volume — one batch a shift.
• Classic, Advanced or Cook2Temp controls — control spend matches the kitchen.
• Working pressure to 50 PSI — quick come-up, full load.
• Solid one-piece welded construction — no joint through the surface.
• Offered for 208 V or 240 V, single or three phase — select the electrical option above.
• Electric operation — no combustion air into the room.

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