Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT 15 Inch Deep Fryer Gas Open Pot 50 lb Capacity with 2 Baskets 120000 BTU

Imperial  |  MFG #: IRF-50-OP_NAT  |  Item #: 1061980
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  • High-capacity 50 lb. fryer for medium throughput
  • Stainless steel construction resists corrosion
  • 120,000 BTU heating delivers rapid recovery
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The Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT Restaurant Series Range Match Fryer is a commercial-grade gas-powered floor model designed for high-capacity frying applications. This 50 lb. open pot fryer features robust stainless steel construction, including the fry pot, front, sides, and basket hangers, providing durability and corrosion resistance suitable for busy foodservice environments. Equipped with a snap action thermostat and a stainless steel fry pot, it ensures precise temperature control and consistent cooking results, optimized for fast-paced restaurants and culinary operations requiring reliable and efficient frying performance. With a heating capacity of 120,000 BTU, this model offers rapid recovery times, making it a dependable solution for medium-volume establishments focused on quality and throughput.

The Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT Restaurant Series Range Match Fryer is tailored for commercial kitchens demanding high productivity and ease of maintenance. Its open pot design allows straightforward cleaning and inspection, while the stainless steel construction ensures longevity. The model includes wire mesh crumb screens and two nickel-plated baskets for versatile frying, suited for high-volume foodservice environments. Its precise thermostatic controls enable consistent temperature regulation, supporting optimal frying performance and operational efficiency in busy restaurant or institutional settings.

Ideal for medium-traffic restaurants and commercial kitchens requiring consistent frying throughput

The Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT Restaurant Series Range Match Fryer features a stainless steel fry pot and exterior, measuring 15.5" in width, 34" in depth, and 44.13" in height, with a shipping weight of approximately 253 lbs. It operates on a gas supply delivering 120,000 BTU, with specifications compatible with typical commercial kitchen fuel configurations. The unit is air-cooled with no filtration system; it includes thermostatic controls for precise heat management and is designed for easy disassembly and maintenance. The fryer’s operating temperature range supports food safety and consistent output, making it a dependable addition for mid-volume foodservice settings.

A commercial gas fryer is a heavy-duty cooking appliance designed for high-volume frying tasks in professional foodservice settings. The Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT model incorporates a stainless steel open fry pot, thermostatic control, and a 50 lb. capacity, making it suitable for mid-traffic kitchens such as restaurants, cafeterias, and catering operations. Its gas-powered operation provides rapid heat-up times and consistent temperature control, essential for efficient frying processes. Installed in large-scale kitchens, this type of fryer supports continuous operation, ensuring fast turnaround and high-quality fried products during peak hours.

Designed for medium-volume restaurant environments, the Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT is built with durable stainless steel and features precise thermostatic controls for optimal performance during busy periods. This floor model is ideal for high-capacity frying, supporting efficient workflow and robust operation in diverse commercial foodservice applications.

Imperial's IRF-50-OP_NAT model stands out among commercial fryers due to its resilient stainless steel construction, high-capacity design, and precise temperature control. Its range match feature ensures optimal heat distribution, supporting consistent food quality. Engineered for installation in professional kitchens with demanding throughput, it enhances operational efficiency and durability compared to competing models with less robust materials or limited capacity.

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The Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT Restaurant Series Range Match Fryer is a commercial-grade gas-powered floor model designed for high-capacity frying applications. This 50 lb. open pot fryer features robust stainless steel construction, including the fry pot, front, sides, and basket hangers, providing durability and corrosion resistance suitable for busy foodservice environments. Equipped with a snap action thermostat and a stainless steel fry pot, it ensures precise temperature control and consistent cooking results, optimized for fast-paced restaurants and culinary operations requiring reliable and efficient frying performance. With a heating capacity of 120,000 BTU, this model offers rapid recovery times, making it a dependable solution for medium-volume establishments focused on quality and throughput.

Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT Features

The Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT Restaurant Series Range Match Fryer is tailored for commercial kitchens demanding high productivity and ease of maintenance. Its open pot design allows straightforward cleaning and inspection, while the stainless steel construction ensures longevity. The model includes wire mesh crumb screens and two nickel-plated baskets for versatile frying, suited for high-volume foodservice environments. Its precise thermostatic controls enable consistent temperature regulation, supporting optimal frying performance and operational efficiency in busy restaurant or institutional settings.

  • Reliable 50 lb. capacity facilitates mid-volume batch frying efficiently
  • Durable stainless steel interior and exterior resist corrosion and wear
  • Intuitive thermostatic controls for precise temperature management
  • Includes nickel-plated baskets for versatile frying applications
  • Designed for easy cleaning with open pot and removable components

Ideal for medium-traffic restaurants and commercial kitchens requiring consistent frying throughput

Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT Technical Specs

The Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT Restaurant Series Range Match Fryer features a stainless steel fry pot and exterior, measuring 15.5" in width, 34" in depth, and 44.13" in height, with a shipping weight of approximately 253 lbs. It operates on a gas supply delivering 120,000 BTU, with specifications compatible with typical commercial kitchen fuel configurations. The unit is air-cooled with no filtration system; it includes thermostatic controls for precise heat management and is designed for easy disassembly and maintenance. The fryer’s operating temperature range supports food safety and consistent output, making it a dependable addition for mid-volume foodservice settings.

  • Electrical Requirements: Not applicable (gas operation, standard connection)
  • Cooling Method: Air-cooled
  • Production Capacity: 50 lbs. of food per batch
  • Construction & Finish: Stainless steel front, sides, and fry pot
  • Temperature Range: Designed for typical frying temperatures up to 375°F
  • Dimensions: 15.5" W x 34" D x 44.13" H
  • Weight: 253 lbs.
  • Certifications: NSF, CE, CSA
  • Included Accessories: Wire mesh crumb screen, (2) nickel-plated baskets
  • Operation Type: Floor-mounted commercial fryer

What is a commercial gas fryer?

A commercial gas fryer is a heavy-duty cooking appliance designed for high-volume frying tasks in professional foodservice settings. The Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT model incorporates a stainless steel open fry pot, thermostatic control, and a 50 lb. capacity, making it suitable for mid-traffic kitchens such as restaurants, cafeterias, and catering operations. Its gas-powered operation provides rapid heat-up times and consistent temperature control, essential for efficient frying processes. Installed in large-scale kitchens, this type of fryer supports continuous operation, ensuring fast turnaround and high-quality fried products during peak hours.

Top commercial fryers for restaurant kitchens

Designed for medium-volume restaurant environments, the Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT is built with durable stainless steel and features precise thermostatic controls for optimal performance during busy periods. This floor model is ideal for high-capacity frying, supporting efficient workflow and robust operation in diverse commercial foodservice applications.

  • Suitable for medium-traffic kitchens with consistent frying needs
  • Constructed with stainless steel for durability and sanitation
  • Operates efficiently with 120,000 BTU gas heating capacity
  • Designed for easy maintenance and quick cleaning
  • Features open pot design for straightforward inspection

Why Choose Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT?

Imperial's IRF-50-OP_NAT model stands out among commercial fryers due to its resilient stainless steel construction, high-capacity design, and precise temperature control. Its range match feature ensures optimal heat distribution, supporting consistent food quality. Engineered for installation in professional kitchens with demanding throughput, it enhances operational efficiency and durability compared to competing models with less robust materials or limited capacity.

  • Robust stainless steel build increases unit longevity and sanitation
  • High BTU rating delivers rapid recovery for continuous frying
  • Open pot design simplifies cleaning and inspection
  • Includes durable nickel-plated baskets for versatile use
  • Optimal capacity supports medium-volume foodservice operations

Certifications

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CSA

The item has been evaluated by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and meets or exceeds expectations.

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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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NSF Listed

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

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Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT Restaurant Series Range Match Fryer Gas Floor Model
Imperial (Middleby)

Imperial IRF-50-OP_NAT 15 Inch Deep Fryer Gas Open Pot 50 lb Capacity with 2 Baskets 120000 BTU

$10,273.00 $22,831.00

Imperial (Middleby), IRF-50-OP_NAT, Restaurant Series Range Match Fryer, gas, floor model, 50 lb. capacity, open pot, snap action thermostat, includes: wire mesh crumb screen & (2) nickel-plated baskets, stainless steel fry pot, front, door, sides, & basket hangers, 6" legs, 120,000 BTU, NSF, CE, CSA