Hatco HWBLI-5DA 72 Inch Drop-In Electric Heated Well with Drains and Auto-fill

Hatco  |  MFG #: HWBLI-5DA  |  Item #: 410306
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  • Supports (5) full-size pans for high-volume serving
  • Durable stainless steel top with corrosion resistance
  • Insulated construction simplifies cleaning routines
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The Hatco HWBLI-5DA Drop-In Modular/Ganged Heated Well with Drains & Auto-fill is a commercial-grade food service unit designed for precise temperature management and high-volume throughput. This electric, insulated hot food well supports five full-size pans, providing consistent heat retention for prepared foods in busy operations such as buffets, cafeterias, and catering facilities. Its stainless steel top and corrosion-resistant exterior ensure durability, while the remote thermostat with a separate power switch facilitates easy temperature adjustments. At 3750 watts and 120V/60Hz/1-ph, this unit features efficient energy consumption suitable for demanding kitchen environments requiring reliable heated presentation and holding solutions.

The Hatco HWBLI-5DA offers advanced functionality for commercial foodservice applications, with a focus on durability and ease of operation. Equipped with drain and auto-fill systems, it streamlines hot food retention by maintaining precise temperature control across five full-size pans. Its insulated stainless steel construction withstands heavy usage, and the top-mounted design ensures quick access for daily cleaning and maintenance. The remote thermostat enhances workflow management, making it ideal for busy buffets and self-service setups. Designed for projects requiring consistent, uniform heat with minimal downtime, it supports efficient food presentation and holding in large-scale venues.

Optimized for large-scale buffet lines, catering operations, and institutional foodservice environments requiring reliable hot food holding.

The Hatco HWBLI-5DA measures 71.5 inches in width, 23.63 inches in depth, and 9.63 inches in height, with a shipping weight of 167 lbs. Its stainless steel top and corrosion-resistant exterior withstand rigorous use. Powered by a 3750-watt heating element operating on 120V/60Hz/1-ph, it features an insulated design for efficient heat retention. The unit includes integral drains with a drain system and auto-fill capability to maintain consistent water levels for wet operation modes. Controls consist of a remote thermostat with separate power switching, providing precise temperature adjustments. Its UL, cULus, and CE compliance ensure safe operation in commercial kitchen settings. The drop-in, ganged style supports easy countertop installation, suitable for medium-volume foodservice applications such as cafeterias, buffets, and catering setups.

Installation Requirements: Drop-in mounting with clearance for drainage and airflow, connection to water supply for auto-fill

Food Safety: Stainless steel surfaces compatible with standard cleaning and sanitation procedures

Control Features: Thermostatic controls for precise temperature regulation

Operation Mode: Supports wet or dry operation, suited for hot food display

A commercial hot food well unit is a professional-grade equipment designed to hold and display heated food in foodservice establishments. The Hatco HWBLI-5DA, part of the Hatco Food Holding and Warming Equipment line, features a drop-in, ganged design with auto-fill and drain systems, supporting multiple full-size pans. It is constructed from stainless steel with insulated features, allowing for consistent heat retention and efficient operation. Typical applications include buffets, cafeterias, catering, and large-volume foodservice venues where maintaining food temperature and presentation quality is critical for operation in moderate-volume or high-volume settings.

Built with durable stainless steel and advanced temperature controls, the Hatco HWBLI-5DA supports efficient food holding in buffets, cafeteria lines, and catering kitchens. Its ganged configuration, auto-fill, and drainage ensure reliable operation with minimal maintenance, suitable for medium-paced foodservice workflows. Ideal for clients seeking a robust, sanitation-friendly solution that offers precise heat management and high capacity in a compact footprint.

Designed with robust stainless steel construction and advanced functionalities, the Hatco HWBLI-5DA offers reliable performance, precise temperature control, and easy maintenance in demanding foodservice environments. Its auto-fill and drain systems simplify daily operations, reducing manual handling and ensuring consistent hot holding. This model’s ganged design allows seamless countertop integration, optimizing workspace efficiency compared to traditional units, making it a superior choice for commercial kitchens seeking durable, restaurant-ready equipment.

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The Hatco HWBLI-5DA Drop-In Modular/Ganged Heated Well with Drains & Auto-fill is a commercial-grade food service unit designed for precise temperature management and high-volume throughput. This electric, insulated hot food well supports five full-size pans, providing consistent heat retention for prepared foods in busy operations such as buffets, cafeterias, and catering facilities. Its stainless steel top and corrosion-resistant exterior ensure durability, while the remote thermostat with a separate power switch facilitates easy temperature adjustments. At 3750 watts and 120V/60Hz/1-ph, this unit features efficient energy consumption suitable for demanding kitchen environments requiring reliable heated presentation and holding solutions.

Top Hatco HWBLI-5DA Features

The Hatco HWBLI-5DA offers advanced functionality for commercial foodservice applications, with a focus on durability and ease of operation. Equipped with drain and auto-fill systems, it streamlines hot food retention by maintaining precise temperature control across five full-size pans. Its insulated stainless steel construction withstands heavy usage, and the top-mounted design ensures quick access for daily cleaning and maintenance. The remote thermostat enhances workflow management, making it ideal for busy buffets and self-service setups. Designed for projects requiring consistent, uniform heat with minimal downtime, it supports efficient food presentation and holding in large-scale venues.

  • Capacity: Supports (5) full size pans for high-volume serving
  • Material: Durable stainless steel top with corrosion-resistant exterior
  • Ease of Maintenance: Insulated construction simplifies cleaning routines
  • Installation Fit: Drop-in ganged configuration for seamless countertop integration
  • Temperature Control: Remote thermostat with adjustable settings for precise heat management

Optimized for large-scale buffet lines, catering operations, and institutional foodservice environments requiring reliable hot food holding.

Hatco HWBLI-5DA Technical Specs

The Hatco HWBLI-5DA measures 71.5 inches in width, 23.63 inches in depth, and 9.63 inches in height, with a shipping weight of 167 lbs. Its stainless steel top and corrosion-resistant exterior withstand rigorous use. Powered by a 3750-watt heating element operating on 120V/60Hz/1-ph, it features an insulated design for efficient heat retention. The unit includes integral drains with a drain system and auto-fill capability to maintain consistent water levels for wet operation modes. Controls consist of a remote thermostat with separate power switching, providing precise temperature adjustments. Its UL, cULus, and CE compliance ensure safe operation in commercial kitchen settings. The drop-in, ganged style supports easy countertop installation, suitable for medium-volume foodservice applications such as cafeterias, buffets, and catering setups.

  • Electrical Requirements: 120V, 60Hz, single-phase, 3750W
  • Construction Material: Stainless steel top with corrosion-resistant steel exterior
  • Dimensions: 71.5" W x 23.63" D x 9.63" H (shipping weight 167 lbs)
  • Drain System: With drain and auto-fill for wet operation modes
  • Operating Range: Temperature controlled via remote thermostat, optimized for hot holding

Installation Requirements: Drop-in mounting with clearance for drainage and airflow, connection to water supply for auto-fill

Food Safety: Stainless steel surfaces compatible with standard cleaning and sanitation procedures

Control Features: Thermostatic controls for precise temperature regulation

Operation Mode: Supports wet or dry operation, suited for hot food display

What is a commercial hot food well unit

A commercial hot food well unit is a professional-grade equipment designed to hold and display heated food in foodservice establishments. The Hatco HWBLI-5DA, part of the Hatco Food Holding and Warming Equipment line, features a drop-in, ganged design with auto-fill and drain systems, supporting multiple full-size pans. It is constructed from stainless steel with insulated features, allowing for consistent heat retention and efficient operation. Typical applications include buffets, cafeterias, catering, and large-volume foodservice venues where maintaining food temperature and presentation quality is critical for operation in moderate-volume or high-volume settings.

Top commercial hot food well units for moderate-volume foodservice environments

Built with durable stainless steel and advanced temperature controls, the Hatco HWBLI-5DA supports efficient food holding in buffets, cafeteria lines, and catering kitchens. Its ganged configuration, auto-fill, and drainage ensure reliable operation with minimal maintenance, suitable for medium-paced foodservice workflows. Ideal for clients seeking a robust, sanitation-friendly solution that offers precise heat management and high capacity in a compact footprint.

  • Operation Type — optimized for moderate-paced buffet lines and catering service
  • Kitchen Setting — designed for restaurant buffets and institutional cafeterias
  • Foodservice Category — typical for hot food display and holding
  • Workload Qualification — supports medium throughput volumes
  • Use Case — effective for maintaining hot prepared foods during service

Why Choose Hatco HWBLI-5DA

Designed with robust stainless steel construction and advanced functionalities, the Hatco HWBLI-5DA offers reliable performance, precise temperature control, and easy maintenance in demanding foodservice environments. Its auto-fill and drain systems simplify daily operations, reducing manual handling and ensuring consistent hot holding. This model’s ganged design allows seamless countertop integration, optimizing workspace efficiency compared to traditional units, making it a superior choice for commercial kitchens seeking durable, restaurant-ready equipment.

  • Self-contained design simplifies installation and setup
  • Corrosion-resistant stainless steel enhances longevity and sanitation
  • Auto-fill and drain systems reduce manual interventions, saving labor
  • Wide capacity supports large-volume service in busy foodservice settings
  • Remote thermostat controls enable precise temperature adjustments for optimal food quality

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UL EPH Classified

This item meets or exceeds ANSI/NSF requirements and complies with United Laboratories (UL) EPH standards.

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CE Listed

The item has been tested by the Conformité Européenne (CE) for sanitation hazard standards and meets or exceeds expectations.

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UL US & Canada

The item has been tested by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) for sanitation hazard standards and meets or exceeds expectations. The item can be used in the United States and Canada.

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Made in the USA

This item was made in the United States of America.

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Hatco HWBLI-5DA 72 Inch Drop-In Electric Heated Well with Drains and Auto-fill

$4,649.15 $8,453.00

Hatco, HWBLI-5DA, Drop-In Modular/Ganged Heated Well, with drains & auto-fill, (5) full size pan capacity, insulated, top mounted, remote thermostat with separate power switch, stainless steel & Aluminized construction, 3750 watts, 120v/60/1-ph (low wattage), CE, cULus, UL EPH Classified, Made in USA