The Steelite HL486346 Sauceboat is a professional-grade china servingware designed for high-quality food presentation in commercial kitchens. With an 18-1/2 oz. capacity and fully vitrified construction, this sauceboat offers durability and resistance to thermal shock, making it suitable for dishwasher, oven, and microwave use. Its lead-free ceramic material ensures food safety and easy maintenance, ideal for institutional dining, catering, and upscale restaurant service environments. The model HL486346 combines precision craftsmanship with functional design, providing a stable and efficient vessel for sauces, gravies, and pouring accompaniments in busy foodservice settings.
Top Steelite HL486346 Features
The Steelite HL486346 sauceboat provides a robust, fully vitrified china body that withstands thermal and mechanical stress typical in commercial kitchen workflows. Its dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe features streamline cleaning and reheating, reducing turnaround times. The 18-1/2 oz. capacity makes it suitable for moderate portion servings in restaurant or catering operations. Designed for durability, the lead-free ceramic ensures compliance with food safety standards and long-term usability. Its compact 8-inch width facilitates optimal storage and stable pouring in high-volume service scenarios.
- Capacity: 18-1/2 ounces for sauce or gravy servings
- Material Grade: Fully vitrified, lead-free ceramic for durability
- Ease of Maintenance: Dishwasher safe for quick cleaning
- Thermal Compatibility: Oven and microwave safe for versatile reheating
- Design Compatibility: Compact 8-inch width fits standard kitchen racks and storage
Ideal for foodservice operations requiring durable and efficient sauce presentation
Steelite HL486346 Technical Specs
The Steelite HL486346 sauceboat features a fully vitrified ceramic construction with a width of 8 inches and a weight of approximately 1.66 pounds, ensuring stability during use. It supports high-temperature applications, being microwave and oven safe, with an operating temperature range suitable for reheating. Its lead-free composition emphasizes food safety, while the textured ceramic surface resists scratches and stains. The product is designed for seamless integration into busy foodservice kitchens, offering reliable performance for medium-volume sauce and gravy service. Typically shipped in cases of four, it meets the demands of institutional and commercial catering environments. The model is available for quick ordering, with a typical shipping time of 10-12 weeks, and adheres to industry construction standards for commercial chinaware.
- Capacity: 18-1/2 oz. for sauces and gravies
- Material: Fully vitrified, lead-free ceramic
- Dimensions: Width 8 inches
- Temperature Range: Oven and microwave safe up to standard operating temperatures
- Construction: Durable, scratch-resistant ceramic
- Shipping Info: Shipped in cases of 4, typically within 10-12 weeks
Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
Usage Compatibility: Suitable for reheating, serving hot sauces
Cleaning Method: Dishwasher safe for quick turnaround
Storage: Fits standard shelving and storage racks
Safety Design: Rounded edges and stable base prevent spills
What is a commercial gravy sauce boat?
A commercial gravy sauce boat is a durable, high-capacity serving vessel designed specifically for frequent use in foodservice settings like restaurants, banquet halls, and catering operations. Constructed from vitrified ceramic or porcelain, it supports high-temperature reheating and cleaning cycles. The Steelite HL486346 provides an 18-1/2 oz. capacity, made from fully vitrified, lead-free china that ensures reliability and food safety. Typically installed on buffet lines, banquet tables, or side stations, this sauceboat is ideal for medium-volume sauce and gravy presentation, combining operational efficiency with professional-grade durability.
Top commercial sauceboats for high-volume foodservice
Designed for medium-volume buffet and restaurant service, the Steelite HL486346 offers durable, fully vitrified construction and versatile service options. Manufactured by Steelite, model HL486346 is suited for busy kitchens, emphasizing stability, thermal resistance, and ease of cleaning in institutional applications. It supports efficient workflow and presentation for sauces, gravies, and similar condiments in high-demand settings.
- Operation Type — Ideal for medium-volume restaurant kitchens
- Kitchen Setting — suited for institutional, catering, and banquet uses
- Foodservice Category — designed for gravy and sauce service
- Workload Qualifier — supports moderate throughput in busy settings
- Use Case — for efficient sauce presentation in commercial kitchens
Why Choose Steelite HL486346?
Compared to typical china sauceboats, the Steelite HL486346 offers superior durability, thermal resistance, and versatility. Its fully vitrified, lead-free ceramic construction enables reliable oven, microwave, and dishwasher performance, reducing operational costs. Its sleek, compact design allows seamless integration into various kitchen setups, while its stability ensures safe handling during busy foodservice operations, enhancing efficiency and sanitation standards.
- Self-contained design suited for high-wash dishwasher cycles
- Heavy-duty vitrified ceramic resists chips and cracks
- Compact 8-inch width optimizes storage and workflow
- Oven and microwave safe for versatile reheating
- Suitable for restaurant-ready, high-demand foodservice environments
