The Hatco GRAL-66_120-208/60/1 Glo-Ray® Infrared Strip Heater is a commercial-grade food warming equipment designed for precise heat distribution with a 66-inch aluminum housing and tubular metal heating elements. Engineered for restaurant and foodservice applications, it features a standard wattage of 1460 watts with integrated lighting. This infrared strip heater provides consistent warmth, ensuring food remains at optimal serving temperatures in high-volume environments. Its robust construction and efficient design make it suitable for installation over buffet lines, serving stations, or holding areas in professional kitchens, particularly where reliable heat retention and efficient workflow integration are critical.
Top Hatco GRAL-66_120-208/60/1 Features
The Glo-Ray® Infrared Strip Heater offers high-performance infrared heating through a tubular metal element, housed in durable aluminum for corrosion resistance. Its 66-inch width accommodates multiple food items with ease, and its built-in lighting enhances food presentation. The unit's sleek design allows for seamless integration into various foodservice setups, while its ease of maintenance and reliable operation support continuous workflow. With a 1460-watt power rating, it provides efficient heat output suitable for mid-volume food holding, making it ideal for buffet lines, self-service stations, or line cooks managing moderate throughput.
- Consistent infrared heat ensures uniform food warming across the entire length.
- Aluminum construction provides durability and efficient heat conduction.
- Integrated lighting improves food visibility and presentation.
- 66" width fits multiple food trays for efficient service in busy kitchens.
- Easy access for maintenance minimizes downtime during cleaning or repairs.
Ideal for foodservice settings requiring reliable heat and visual appeal in moderate throughput environments.
Hatco GRAL-66_120-208/60/1 Technical Specs
The Hatco GRAL-66_120-208/60/1 infrared heater operates on a single-phase voltage of 120/208 VAC at 60 Hz, with an amperage draw suitable for standard electrical connections typical in commercial kitchens. It utilizes air cooling to dissipate heat and features a metal heating rod with a finish of aluminum, assuring longevity and corrosion resistance. The unit’s dimensions include a width of 66 inches, a depth of 9 inches, and a height of 2.5 inches, with a shipping weight of 22 lbs. Its construction is food-safe, with materials compatible with typical cleaning routines, facilitating sanitation in high-volume foodservice operations. Designed for installation above serving or holding areas, it maintains consistent food temperatures efficiently. The unit is CE certified, as well as cULus listed, and made in the USA.
- Electrical Requirements: 120/208 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase, up to 12.5 amps.
- Cooling Method: Air-cooled with durable aluminum exterior.
- Power Consumption: 1460 watts, supporting moderate foodholding output.
- Construction & Finish: Aluminum housing with standard finish, corrosion-resistant.
- Dimensions & Weight: 66" W x 9" D x 2.5" H; 22 lbs shipping weight.
- Temperature Resistance: Designed for operating environments up to typical foodservice temperatures.
- Food Safety & Cleaning: Aluminum surfaces compatible with standard cleaning routines, corrosion-resistant.
- Installation & Maintenance: Suitable for ceiling or wall mounting with accessible service points, minimal disassembly required for cleaning.
- Usage Compatibility: Compatible with standard electrical outlets, suitable for overfood line installation.
What is a commercial infrared strip heater
A commercial infrared strip heater is a high-capacity heat lamp used to maintain food temperature in professional kitchens and foodservice outlets. Designed for durability and efficiency, it employs infrared radiation to provide uniform warmth across food presentations, typically installed over buffets, serving lines, or holding stations. The Hatco Glo-Ray® Infrared Strip Heater model GRAL-66_120-208/60/1 is specifically engineered for mid-volume foodservice environments, offering reliable heat distribution with integrated lighting, aluminum construction, and a 66-inch width to accommodate multiple food items while simplifying cleaning and maintenance in busy settings.
Top commercial infrared strip heaters for foodservice operations
The Hatco GRAL-66_120-208/60/1 is a robust infrared strip heater engineered for medium-volume food warming. Its high-quality aluminum finish, integrated lighting, and 66-inch width optimize food presentation and operational efficiency in professional kitchens. Designed for reliable performance with easy maintenance, it supports streamlined workflow in restaurant and catering environments.
- Operation in moderate throughput environments like self-service stations
- Suitable for compact commercial spaces and overhead mounting
- Ideal for food warming in buffet lines and ready-to-serve stations
- Supports efficient workflow with reliable infrared heating
- Constructed for durability in high-use foodservice settings
Why Choose Hatco GRAL-66_120-208/60/1
Designed with durable aluminum construction and integrated lighting, the Hatco GRAL-66_120-208/60/1 infrared heater enhances food presentation and uniform warming in professional foodservice environments. Its compact footprint and reliable performance differentiate it from similar models, reducing operational costs and increasing efficiency in busy kitchens and buffets.
- Self-contained design reduces installation complexity and enhances reliability.
- Integrated lighting improves food display visibility during service.
- 66-inch width optimizes space for multiple food trays.
- Manufactured in the USA ensuring consistent quality and support.
- Corrosion-resistant aluminum construction extends product lifespan in commercial kitchens.
