Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 18 Inch Infrared Strip Heater Lighted Aluminum

Hatco  |  MFG #: UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1  |  Item #: 228962
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  • Optimized footprint with aluminum housing for durability
  • Supports up to 18" heating length for medium-volume needs
  • Ceramic heating elements deliver precise infrared energy
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The Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 Ultra-Glo® Infrared Strip Heater is a commercial-grade heating appliance designed for precise thermal management in foodservice applications. As a strip-type heat lamp, it features an 18-inch-wide aluminum housing with double ceramic tiles and integrated lights, providing consistent infrared heat coverage. This model operates at standard wattage, with adjustable angles for optimal placement, making it suitable for holding and warming food items in various hospitality and institutional environments. The heater's technical specifications include 18" width, 3.8" height, and 19" depth, with a weight of 18 lbs, enabling reliable and durable operation in medium-volume foodholding settings. Its robust construction and integrated lighting enhance product presentation and efficiency in commercial kitchens, buffet lines, and cafeteria service areas.

The Ultra-Glo® Infrared Strip Heater is equipped with ceramic heating elements, aluminum housing, and an adjustable mounting system, tailored for commercial foodservice environments. It facilitates even heat distribution for steady food warming, with durable ceramic tiles and aluminum construction ensuring longevity. The integrated lights aid in product visibility and presentation, while the 3" spacer allows flexible installation angles. Easy to maintain with accessible components, this model supports efficient workflow in foodholding applications, including buffet lines and hot display areas.

Ideal for medium-volume foodholding stations and buffet line setups requiring reliable, uniform infrared heat.

The Ultra-Glo® Infrared Strip Heater operates on a standard electrical configuration of 120-240V at 60Hz, single-phase, with a maximum current draw of approximately 7-8 amps, consuming 18 inches of power at standard wattage. Its construction comprises an aluminum exterior with a finish designed for commercial kitchen environments, mounted on adjustable brackets for precise installation angles. The heater's heating elements are ceramic, providing focused infrared energy output, and it features integrated lighting for product visibility. With dimensions of 18" W x 3.8" H x 19" D and a shipping weight of 18 lbs, it is engineered for durability and longevity. The unit is fully compliant with safety standards for commercial foodservice equipment, and its self-contained design makes it easy to install and maintain in busy food preparation areas.

Electrical Compatibility: Requires 120V or 240V power connection aligned with electrical infrastructure

Installation Clearance: Adequate space for airflow and accessibility for maintenance

Mounting Requirements: Wall-mount or ceiling-mount via adjustable brackets

Cleaning Routine: Wipe down exterior, remove ceramic tiles periodically for thorough cleaning

Operational Environment: Suitable for ambient temperatures up to 150°F for consistent performance

A commercial infrared strip heater is a high-performance heating device designed for foodholding and warming applications in professional kitchens and catering venues. This type of heater utilizes ceramic infrared emitters housed within durable materials like aluminum to provide consistent, focused heat over large surface areas. Specifically, the Hatco Ultra-Glo® Infrared Strip Heater is installed in buffet lines, hot display cabinets, and food serving stations, where reliable and efficient warming is critical. With adjustable mounting options and integrated lighting, it optimizes product presentation and thermal control for medium-volume foodservice operations, making it suitable for restaurants, cafeterias, and institutional kitchens.

Designed for medium-volume foodholding and warming in commercial kitchens, the Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 offers robust build quality and precise infrared heat distribution. It supports operational efficiency with adjustable mounting, integrated lighting, and durable ceramic heating elements, ideal for buffet lines, hot display cases, and cafeteria service. This model is suited for applications requiring consistent, reliable heat with straightforward maintenance, ensuring optimal product presentation and workflow performance in busy foodservice environments.

Unlike competing models, the Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 features a durable aluminum housing, integrated lighting, and adjustable mounting brackets tailored for versatile installation in commercial settings. Its ceramic infrared elements provide efficient, uniform heat, improving food presentation and holding quality. The unit’s robust construction supports long-term reliability, while its straightforward design simplifies maintenance, enhancing operational efficiency in busy foodservice environments.

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The Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 Ultra-Glo® Infrared Strip Heater is a commercial-grade heating appliance designed for precise thermal management in foodservice applications. As a strip-type heat lamp, it features an 18-inch-wide aluminum housing with double ceramic tiles and integrated lights, providing consistent infrared heat coverage. This model operates at standard wattage, with adjustable angles for optimal placement, making it suitable for holding and warming food items in various hospitality and institutional environments. The heater's technical specifications include 18" width, 3.8" height, and 19" depth, with a weight of 18 lbs, enabling reliable and durable operation in medium-volume foodholding settings. Its robust construction and integrated lighting enhance product presentation and efficiency in commercial kitchens, buffet lines, and cafeteria service areas.

Top Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 Features

The Ultra-Glo® Infrared Strip Heater is equipped with ceramic heating elements, aluminum housing, and an adjustable mounting system, tailored for commercial foodservice environments. It facilitates even heat distribution for steady food warming, with durable ceramic tiles and aluminum construction ensuring longevity. The integrated lights aid in product visibility and presentation, while the 3" spacer allows flexible installation angles. Easy to maintain with accessible components, this model supports efficient workflow in foodholding applications, including buffet lines and hot display areas.

  • Infrared ceramic heating elements deliver efficient thermal performance in food holding
  • Aluminum housing with double ceramic tiles ensures durable, high-heat resistance structure
  • Adjustable angle brackets facilitate precise positioning in tight commercial spaces
  • Integrated lighting system enhances food display and customer appeal
  • Ease of maintenance with accessible components simplifies cleaning routines

Ideal for medium-volume foodholding stations and buffet line setups requiring reliable, uniform infrared heat.

Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 Technical Specs

The Ultra-Glo® Infrared Strip Heater operates on a standard electrical configuration of 120-240V at 60Hz, single-phase, with a maximum current draw of approximately 7-8 amps, consuming 18 inches of power at standard wattage. Its construction comprises an aluminum exterior with a finish designed for commercial kitchen environments, mounted on adjustable brackets for precise installation angles. The heater's heating elements are ceramic, providing focused infrared energy output, and it features integrated lighting for product visibility. With dimensions of 18" W x 3.8" H x 19" D and a shipping weight of 18 lbs, it is engineered for durability and longevity. The unit is fully compliant with safety standards for commercial foodservice equipment, and its self-contained design makes it easy to install and maintain in busy food preparation areas.

  • Electrical Requirements: 120-240V, 60Hz, single-phase, 7-8A, 18W
  • Construction & Finish: Aluminum with durable coating
  • Dimensions: 18" W x 3.8" H x 19" D, weight 18 lbs
  • Heating Elements: Ceramic infrared emitters with integrated lighting
  • Mounting Compatibility: Adjustable angle brackets for flexible installation
  • Safety and Compliance: Meets UL and cULus standards for commercial use

Electrical Compatibility: Requires 120V or 240V power connection aligned with electrical infrastructure

Installation Clearance: Adequate space for airflow and accessibility for maintenance

Mounting Requirements: Wall-mount or ceiling-mount via adjustable brackets

Cleaning Routine: Wipe down exterior, remove ceramic tiles periodically for thorough cleaning

Operational Environment: Suitable for ambient temperatures up to 150°F for consistent performance

What is a commercial infrared strip heater?

A commercial infrared strip heater is a high-performance heating device designed for foodholding and warming applications in professional kitchens and catering venues. This type of heater utilizes ceramic infrared emitters housed within durable materials like aluminum to provide consistent, focused heat over large surface areas. Specifically, the Hatco Ultra-Glo® Infrared Strip Heater is installed in buffet lines, hot display cabinets, and food serving stations, where reliable and efficient warming is critical. With adjustable mounting options and integrated lighting, it optimizes product presentation and thermal control for medium-volume foodservice operations, making it suitable for restaurants, cafeterias, and institutional kitchens.

Top Infrared Strip Heaters for Medium-Volume Foodservice Settings

Designed for medium-volume foodholding and warming in commercial kitchens, the Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 offers robust build quality and precise infrared heat distribution. It supports operational efficiency with adjustable mounting, integrated lighting, and durable ceramic heating elements, ideal for buffet lines, hot display cases, and cafeteria service. This model is suited for applications requiring consistent, reliable heat with straightforward maintenance, ensuring optimal product presentation and workflow performance in busy foodservice environments.

  • Operational in medium-workload environments like cafeteria and buffet setups
  • Built for reliable performance in commercial foodservice kitchens
  • Suitable for food display and holding in institutional dining facilities
  • Supports moderate throughput with consistent infrared heat
  • Designed for easy installation and maintenance in tight spaces

Why Choose Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1?

Unlike competing models, the Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 features a durable aluminum housing, integrated lighting, and adjustable mounting brackets tailored for versatile installation in commercial settings. Its ceramic infrared elements provide efficient, uniform heat, improving food presentation and holding quality. The unit’s robust construction supports long-term reliability, while its straightforward design simplifies maintenance, enhancing operational efficiency in busy foodservice environments.

  • Compact design with 18-inch width optimizes space utilization
  • High-quality ceramic heating elements for focused infrared performance
  • Adjustable mounting for flexible installation angles
  • Integrated lighting boosts visual appeal of food displays
  • Made in the USA with durable aluminum construction for longevity

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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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This item was made in the United States of America.

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The item meets the standards imposed by NSF International. These standards relate to health, public safety and the environment.

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Hatco UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1 18 Inch Infrared Strip Heater Lighted Aluminum

$1,032.90 $1,878.00

Hatco, UGAL-18D3_120-240/60/1, Ultra-Glo® Infrared Strip Heater, 18" W, standard wattage, with lights, double ceramic tile with aluminum housing, 3" spacer, with remote or attached control box, adjustable angle brackets, NSF, cULus, UL, Made in USA