Henny Penny PFE500.05 19 Inch Electric Deep Fryer with Safety Valve

Henny Penny  |  MFG #: PFE500.05  |  Item #: 641391
  • Stainless steel construction ensures durability
  • Integrated electronic controls for accuracy
  • Built-in Max oil filter system simplifies maintenance
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The Henny Penny PFE500.05 (Standard Configuration) PFE-500 Pressure Fryer Electric is a commercial-grade pressure fryer designed for high-efficiency foodservice operations. With a 48-pound oil capacity and 14-pound food capacity, it is ideal for mid-volume restaurants, quick-service establishments, and institutional kitchens seeking consistent, pressure-cooked results. Equipped with a stainless steel rectangular frypot and aluminum lid, it ensures durability and corrosion resistance. The unit features a safety valve at 14.5 psi, a computer-controlled operation system, and a built-in Max oil filter system with dual PHT envelopes, supporting efficient filtration and quick turnaround between batches. The 12 psi operating pressure and low wattage 3750W heater provide precise control over cooking variables. This model operates on 208V three-phase power, delivering 11,250 watts and 32.0 amps (without power cord, plug, and receptacle), ensuring reliable performance in demanding commercial environments. The open basket with legs, filter rinse hose with quick disconnect, and mobility on swivel casters further enhance workflow efficiency. The PFE500.05 meets critical production needs for consistent, safe, and fast frying in professional kitchens, especially where space and reliability are paramount.

The PFE500.05 pressure fryer offers a robust stainless steel construction with a corrosion-resistant frypot, designed for durability. Its integrated electronic controls allow precise temperature and pressure management, reducing operator error. Easy-to-maintain filtration with dual PHT envelopes simplifies cleaning routines. The unit’s compact footprint and mobility support flexible kitchen layouts. Designed for medium-volume throughput, it delivers consistent cooking performance optimized for busy foodservice environments.

Ideal for mid-volume restaurants, fast-casual kitchens, and institutional foodservice operations requiring reliable pressure frying.

The Henny Penny PFE500.05 pressure fryer operates on 208-volt three-phase power with a maximum wattage of 11,250 watts and a current draw of 32.0 amps, excluding the power cord and receptacle. Its self-contained stainless steel construction and aluminum frypot facilitate straightforward cleaning and long-term durability. The device stands 48 inches tall, with a width of roughly 19.13 inches and depth of 38.88 inches, and weighs approximately 325 pounds, ensuring a sturdy setup for demanding environments. The filtration system is integrated with dual PHT envelopes for rapid cleaning, while the safety valve at 14.5 psi ensures operational safety. It features advanced control systems for precise pressure regulation, compatible with CE, cULus, and UL EPH standards. Dimensions are optimized for space efficiency in full-service kitchens, with a focus on cleanability, food safety, and reliable performance in continuous fry cycles.

Electrical Compatibility: 208V three-phase power supply with dedicated circuit

Floor Space & Mobility: Designed with four swivel casters (two locking) for flexible placement

Cleaning & Maintenance: Integrated filtration, easy-access filter system with quick disconnect hose

Safety & Compliance: Safety valve at 14.5 psi, meets industry standards for pressure regulation

Installation Considerations: Requires proper clearance for ventilation and drainage

A commercial pressure fryer is a specialized kitchen equipment designed for fast, consistent, and safe frying of foods under elevated pressure, typically used in restaurants, cafeterias, and institutional settings. The Henny Penny PFE500.05 pressure fryer is a model tailored for medium-volume operations, featuring self-contained stainless steel construction, advanced electronic controls, and integrated filtration for efficient workflow. It’s used primarily in full-service kitchens where high-quality fried products are essential, making it suitable for quick-service restaurants, casual dining, and institutional foodservice environments requiring reliable and uniform results. This pressure fryer supports continuous operation with a 48-pound oil capacity, precise pressure control at 12 psi, and robust safety features, all designed to meet demanding commercial standards and ensure operational safety and efficiency.

Designed for medium-volume kitchens, the Henny Penny PFE500.05 pressure fryer provides reliable, restaurant-ready performance with durable stainless steel construction, excellent pressure and temperature control, and integrated filtration. Ideal for quick-service restaurants, full-service venues, and institutional kitchens operating with moderate throughput, it supports consistent and high-quality fried food preparation with minimal downtime.

Compared to similar pressure fryers, the PFE500.05 offers superior durability with stainless steel construction, advanced electronic safety controls, and an integrated filtration system that enhances operational efficiency. Its compact design and mobility features facilitate flexible kitchen layouts, while its reliable pressure regulation and safety valves ensure consistent, safe frying processes. This model’s robust build and precise controls contribute to improved sanitation, consistent product quality, and faster turnaround times in demanding foodservice environments.

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Product Description

The Henny Penny PFE500.05 (Standard Configuration) PFE-500 Pressure Fryer Electric is a commercial-grade pressure fryer designed for high-efficiency foodservice operations. With a 48-pound oil capacity and 14-pound food capacity, it is ideal for mid-volume restaurants, quick-service establishments, and institutional kitchens seeking consistent, pressure-cooked results. Equipped with a stainless steel rectangular frypot and aluminum lid, it ensures durability and corrosion resistance. The unit features a safety valve at 14.5 psi, a computer-controlled operation system, and a built-in Max oil filter system with dual PHT envelopes, supporting efficient filtration and quick turnaround between batches. The 12 psi operating pressure and low wattage 3750W heater provide precise control over cooking variables. This model operates on 208V three-phase power, delivering 11,250 watts and 32.0 amps (without power cord, plug, and receptacle), ensuring reliable performance in demanding commercial environments. The open basket with legs, filter rinse hose with quick disconnect, and mobility on swivel casters further enhance workflow efficiency. The PFE500.05 meets critical production needs for consistent, safe, and fast frying in professional kitchens, especially where space and reliability are paramount.

Top Henny Penny PFE500.05 Features

The PFE500.05 pressure fryer offers a robust stainless steel construction with a corrosion-resistant frypot, designed for durability. Its integrated electronic controls allow precise temperature and pressure management, reducing operator error. Easy-to-maintain filtration with dual PHT envelopes simplifies cleaning routines. The unit’s compact footprint and mobility support flexible kitchen layouts. Designed for medium-volume throughput, it delivers consistent cooking performance optimized for busy foodservice environments.

  • High-capacity stainless steel frypot: with 48-pound oil capacity for extended operation
  • Precise computer controls: enable accurate pressure and temperature regulation
  • Durable aluminum lid: facilitates consistent sealing and energy efficiency
  • Built-in Max oil filter system: simplifies filtration workflows with dual PHT envelopes
  • On casters with locking feature: ensure mobility and secure placement during operation

Ideal for mid-volume restaurants, fast-casual kitchens, and institutional foodservice operations requiring reliable pressure frying.

PFE500.05 Technical Specs

The Henny Penny PFE500.05 pressure fryer operates on 208-volt three-phase power with a maximum wattage of 11,250 watts and a current draw of 32.0 amps, excluding the power cord and receptacle. Its self-contained stainless steel construction and aluminum frypot facilitate straightforward cleaning and long-term durability. The device stands 48 inches tall, with a width of roughly 19.13 inches and depth of 38.88 inches, and weighs approximately 325 pounds, ensuring a sturdy setup for demanding environments. The filtration system is integrated with dual PHT envelopes for rapid cleaning, while the safety valve at 14.5 psi ensures operational safety. It features advanced control systems for precise pressure regulation, compatible with CE, cULus, and UL EPH standards. Dimensions are optimized for space efficiency in full-service kitchens, with a focus on cleanability, food safety, and reliable performance in continuous fry cycles.

  • Electrical Requirements: 208V, 3-phase, 11,250W, 32.0A (excluding cord)
  • Construction & Finish: Stainless steel with aluminum lid, corrosion-resistant
  • Capacity: 48 pounds oil, 14 pounds food per batch
  • Cooling Method: Self-contained with integrated filtration
  • Dimensions & Weight: 48” H x 19.13” W x 38.88” D, approximately 325 lbs
  • Controls & Safety: Computer controls with safety valve at 14.5 psi
  • Certifications: CE, cULus, UL EPH
  • Filtration System: Built-in Max oil filter system with dual PHT envelopes

Electrical Compatibility: 208V three-phase power supply with dedicated circuit

Floor Space & Mobility: Designed with four swivel casters (two locking) for flexible placement

Cleaning & Maintenance: Integrated filtration, easy-access filter system with quick disconnect hose

Safety & Compliance: Safety valve at 14.5 psi, meets industry standards for pressure regulation

Installation Considerations: Requires proper clearance for ventilation and drainage

What is a commercial pressure fryer

A commercial pressure fryer is a specialized kitchen equipment designed for fast, consistent, and safe frying of foods under elevated pressure, typically used in restaurants, cafeterias, and institutional settings. The Henny Penny PFE500.05 pressure fryer is a model tailored for medium-volume operations, featuring self-contained stainless steel construction, advanced electronic controls, and integrated filtration for efficient workflow. It’s used primarily in full-service kitchens where high-quality fried products are essential, making it suitable for quick-service restaurants, casual dining, and institutional foodservice environments requiring reliable and uniform results. This pressure fryer supports continuous operation with a 48-pound oil capacity, precise pressure control at 12 psi, and robust safety features, all designed to meet demanding commercial standards and ensure operational safety and efficiency.

Top commercial pressure fryers for medium-sized foodservice operations

Designed for medium-volume kitchens, the Henny Penny PFE500.05 pressure fryer provides reliable, restaurant-ready performance with durable stainless steel construction, excellent pressure and temperature control, and integrated filtration. Ideal for quick-service restaurants, full-service venues, and institutional kitchens operating with moderate throughput, it supports consistent and high-quality fried food preparation with minimal downtime.

  • Operation Type — suitable for busy restaurant kitchens
  • Kitchen Space — optimized for compact commercial environments
  • Foodservice Category — supports fried foods in casual dining and institutional settings
  • Workload Level — designed for moderate throughput requirements
  • Use Case — processes large batches efficiently for high-volume service

Why Choose Henny Penny PFE500.05

Compared to similar pressure fryers, the PFE500.05 offers superior durability with stainless steel construction, advanced electronic safety controls, and an integrated filtration system that enhances operational efficiency. Its compact design and mobility features facilitate flexible kitchen layouts, while its reliable pressure regulation and safety valves ensure consistent, safe frying processes. This model’s robust build and precise controls contribute to improved sanitation, consistent product quality, and faster turnaround times in demanding foodservice environments.

  • Self-contained stainless steel design ensures long-term durability
  • Built-in filtration enables quick, efficient oil maintenance
  • Electronic controls for precise pressure and temperature regulation
  • Compact footprint with mobility for flexible kitchen setup
  • Enhanced safety features for operator confidence

Certifications

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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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UL EPH

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

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Henny Penny PFE500.05 (Standard Configuration) PFE-500 Pressure Fryer Electric
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Henny Penny PFE500.05 19 Inch Electric Deep Fryer with Safety Valve

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Henny Penny, PFE500.05, (Standard Configuration) PFE-500 Pressure Fryer, Electric, 48 pound oil capacity, 14 pound food capacity, 12 psi o.p., safety valve @ 14.5 psi, stainless steel construction, stainless steel rectangular frypot, aluminum lid, stainless steel Max oil filter system with 2 PHT envelopes, low wattage 3750W heater power, 208v/60/3-ph, 11250 watts, 32.0 amps (WITHOUT power cord, plug and receptacle), 4 swivel casters (2 locking), open basket with legs, basket handle, filter rinse hose attachment (only) with male quick disconnect, COMPUTRON® 8000 control, cULus, UL EPH, CE (For Canada, English & French language)