The Mercer Culinary M35402 MercerGrates™ Grater is a professional-grade manual kitchen tool designed for precision food prep and ingredient processing. Featuring an 8-7/8" x 1-3/16" stainless steel blade and an overall length of 15 inches, this grater is optimized for commercial foodservice applications requiring consistent, fine grating. Its ribbon-narrow blade configuration enhances efficiency for tasks such as zesting, garnishing, and fine shreds, making it a vital component for culinary operations demanding durability and precision. Built with high-quality 18/8 stainless steel blades and ergonomic rounded Santoprene® and polypropylene handles, this model offers both longevity and ease of handling in busy kitchen environments.
Top Mercer Culinary M35402 MercerGrates™ Features
The MercerGrates™ M35402 manual grater features a ribbon-narrow blade for precise shredding, stainless steel construction for durability, and rounded handles for comfortable grip. Its design facilitates effortless grating with minimal effort and easy cleaning, suited for repetitive culinary tasks. Ideal for prep stations that require consistent productivity, it integrates seamlessly into commercial workflows, reducing prep time and labor. The hanging handle hole allows convenient storage in fast-paced kitchens.
- Functionality: 8-7/8" x 1-3/16" stainless steel blade for precise shredding
- Durability: Crafted with corrosion-resistant 18/8 stainless steel blades
- Ease of Use & Maintenance: Rounded Santoprene® and polypropylene handles provide ergonomic grip
- Application & Fit: Suitable for high-frequency grating tasks in commercial kitchens
- Workflow Efficiency: Blade size and handle design promote smooth, repetitive use for high-volume prep
Ideal for food prep stations requiring durable, easy-to-clean manual graters.
Mercer Culinary M35402 Technical Specs
The MercerGrates™ M35402 manual grater is engineered with a stainless steel blade, size 13 inches overall with a 15-inch handle, ensuring durability for heavy-duty use. Its handle is constructed from resilient rubberized Santoprene® and polypropylene, providing comfort during extended operation. Weighing only 0.42 lbs, this device is lightweight yet sturdy enough for frequent grinding tasks. It is designed for easy disassembly for cleaning and features a handle hole for organized storage. The product operates best in environments where sanitation and efficiency are required, with materials compatible with commercial cleaning routines. Its construction complies with food safety standards, and the non-electrical design makes it suitable for various food prep workflows. Dimensions are ideal for countertop use, fitted for busy kitchens handling moderate throughput of fruits, vegetables, or spice shreds.
- Blade Material: 18/8 stainless steel for corrosion resistance
- Overall Size: 13 inches with a 15-inch handle length
- Weight: 0.42 pounds for easy handling
- Handle Material: Rounded Santoprene® and polypropylene
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Disassembly suited for quick sanitation routines
- Storage Compatibility: Handle hole facilitates hanging storage
What is a commercial manual grater?
A commercial manual grater is a durable kitchen tool designed for precise shredding and grating of ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, and zest in high-volume foodservice settings. Made with high-grade stainless steel blades and ergonomic handles, it is installed in prep stations, salad bars, and ingredient stations to enable quick, uniform results. The Mercer Culinary M35402 MercerGrates™ Grater exemplifies industry standards for efficiency, safety, and durability, making it suitable for moderate throughput environments like restaurants, cafeterias, and catering operations where durability and precision are critical.
Top manual graters for moderate-volume foodservice operations
Designed for consistent, efficient food prep in commercial kitchens, the Mercer Culinary M35402 is built to withstand daily use. It offers reliable performance, ergonomic handling, and precision grating capabilities. Ideal for professional culinary environments, it supports high standards of sanitation and workflow integration, ensuring seamless operation in diverse foodservice settings.
- Operation type — suited for prep kitchens with moderate throughput
- Kitchen type — ideal for compact commercial spaces
- Foodservice category — applicable to restaurants, cafeterias, and catering
- Workload qualifier — optimized for routine, high-frequency grating tasks
- Use case — supports ingredient prep like cheese, vegetables, and spices
Why choose Mercer Culinary MercerGrates™ M35402?
Compared to other manual graters, this model features a corrosion-resistant stainless steel blade, ergonomic handle design, and a compact footprint tailored for professional use. Its high-quality materials ensure longevity and consistent performance, while the lightweight construction enhances handling during extended periods of operation. The integrated handle hole allows efficient storage, contributing to organized commercial kitchens. Its design emphasizes sanitation, ease of cleaning, and operational efficiency, elevating standard manual graters to meet demanding culinary workflows.
- Self-contained design with precise blade dimensions for consistent results
- Durably constructed with 18/8 stainless steel for corrosion resistance
- Ergonomic rounded handles for comfortable, fatigue-free use
- Lightweight at 0.42 lbs for maneuverability in busy kitchens
- Hanging handle for space-saving storage in commercial environments
