Steelite WL53316 7 Quart Chafer Insert Porcelain Round - 6 Packs -

The Steelite WL53316 Chafer Insert Large Round is a professional-grade porcelain food pan designed for commercial foodservice applications. This 7-quart round insert features high-quality porcelain construction, ensuring durability and resistance to thermal shock. It is specifically engineered to integrate seamlessly with chafing dishes, providing an effective solution for presentation and heat retention in buffet, catering, and banqueting settings. The precise dimensions, including a height of 2.5 inches, make it suitable for maintaining optimal food quality and temperature consistency during service. Its robust material and standard size make it an essential component for operators seeking reliable, restaurant-ready servingware.

Top Steelite WL53316 Features

The Steelite WL53316 large round chafing dish insert offers precise heat retention and even cooking performance, thanks to its porcelain construction. Designed for heavy-duty commercial use, it withstands frequent handling and cleaning. Its 7-quart capacity supports moderate food quantities, making it ideal for buffet lines and catered events. The porcelain surface facilitates easy cleaning and resists chipping, ensuring longevity in busy kitchens. Compatible with standard 7-quart chafing dishes, it streamlines workflow and presentation in high-volume foodservice operations.

• Functionality: Large 7-quart capacity for buffet service
• Durability: Porcelain material resists chipping and thermal shock
• Ease of Maintenance: Smooth porcelain surface simplifies cleaning
• Use Cases: Suitable for heated buffet lines and catering displays
• Integration: Fits standard chafing dish frames for quick setup

Ideal for high-volume catering and buffet setups requiring durable, heat-retentive serving solutions.

Steelite WL53316 Technical Specs

The Steelite WL53316 features a porcelain construction with precise dimensions of 2.5 inches in height and a weight of 41.8 lbs, signifying a substantial, durable design suitable for intensive use. The item is classified under the food pan category with a round shape, engineered to fit 7-quart chafing dishes. It is compatible with standard catering and buffet equipment, ensuring a seamless fit in commercial kitchens. The porcelain finish provides resistance to staining, chipping, and thermal shock, with a reliable operating temperature range tailored for heat application. The product does not specify electric requirements or refrigeration features, emphasizing its role as a heat-retentive insert primarily used in heated food displays. It is available as a stock item with an expected shipping timeline of approximately 10-12 weeks, suitable for medium-duty workflows in busy foodservice operations.

• Material: Porcelain for durability and thermal shock resistance
• Dimensions: Width and depth match standard chafing dish frames
• Weight: 41.8 lbs for stable placement and handling
• Capacity: 7-quart volume suitable for moderate catering needs
• Construction: No electrical components involved, designed for hot holding
• Food Safety: Food-safe porcelain material compatible with cleaning protocols
• Temperature Range: Operates safely within standard heat application limits

What is a commercial food pan?

A commercial food pan is a standardized, durable container typically used in professional kitchens and catering environments to hold, serve, and maintain food temperatures. The Steelite WL53316 large round chafing dish insert is a porcelain food pan designed for 7-quart capacity, primarily utilized in buffet and catering applications to present hot foods attractively while maintaining optimal serving temperatures. Its construction ensures resistance to chipping and thermal shock, making it suitable for high-volume, restaurant, and banquet use, especially in buffet lines and self-service stations.

Top foodservice pans for catering and buffet service

These durable porcelain food pans like the Steelite WL53316 are built for medium workload applications in catering, buffet setups, and food presentation, ensuring reliable heat retention and easy cleaning. Designed for operational efficiency in high-volume settings, these pans support our rapid workflow and exceptional presentation standards. Steelite WL53316 is ideal for professional catering environments demanding robust, restaurant-ready servingware.

• Operation Type — catering and buffet lines
• Kitchen Setting — medium-volume foodservice operations
• Foodservice Category — chafing dish inserts
• Workload Qualifier — moderate throughput
• Use Case — maintaining heat and presentation in catering

Why Choose Steelite WL53316?

Steelite WL53316 stands out from similar porcelain chafing dish inserts due to its high-quality construction, precise fit, and resistance to thermal shock. Its robust porcelain material ensures longevity in busy foodservice environments, while its design simplifies cleaning and maintenance. The large capacity and compatibility with standard chafing dish frames support efficient service, making it a reliable choice for mid-volume catering and buffet operations.

• Self-contained design optimized for standard 7-quart chafers
• High-strength porcelain withstands frequent cleaning and handling
• Precisely engineered dimensions for quick installation
• Ideal for consistent heat retention during service
• Built for professional, restaurant-ready applications