The Steelite WLWI55BODY Chafer Body 6 Quart With Glass Lid is a commercial-grade foodservice accessory designed for professional catering, buffet, and banquet operations. Crafted from durable stainless steel, it features a rectangular shape with precise dimensions of 21 inches in width and 12.75 inches in depth, offering a 6-quart capacity suitable for serving hot dishes efficiently. The unit includes a hinged glass lid that provides visibility and ease of access, while its canned heat compatibility ensures reliable warming. Engineered for high-performance and long-term use, this chafer body supports seamless integration into traditional chafing setups, supporting workflow efficiency in busy catering environments and banquet halls.
Top Steelite WLWI55BODY Features
The Steelite WLWI55BODY chafing dish body offers robust functionality with its stainless steel construction, ensuring durability in high-volume foodservice applications. Its 6-quart capacity supports moderate throughput in caterings and hospitality settings. Designed for ease of maintenance, it features a hinged glass lid for quick cleaning and visibility. The model is compatible with canned heat sources, enabling flexible warming solutions without electrical requirements. Its rectangular shape optimizes space in mobile or station-based setups, facilitating workflow efficiency and product presentation for professional caterers, hotels, and event venues.
- Durable stainless steel build withstands daily commercial use.
- 6-quart capacity ideal for moderate buffet volumes.
- Hinged glass lid simplifies serving and cleaning routines.
- Designed for canned heat provides consistent, safe warming.
- Rectangular shape maximizes space utilization in service lines.
Suitable for catering, banquet, and buffet operations seeking reliable, easy-to-maintain chafer solutions.
Steelite WLWI55BODY Technical Specs
The Steelite WLWI55BODY chafer body is constructed from high-quality stainless steel, measuring 21 inches wide, 12.75 inches deep, and weighing approximately 12.21 pounds. It features a hinged glass lid for visibility and ease of access, optimized for canned heat heated operation. The unit is compatible with standard canned fuel sources and supports typical commercial kitchen workflows, including buffet and banquet settings. Its durable design withstands everyday use, with an operating temperature range suitable for hot food presentations. The product’s NSF compliance ensures safety and sanitation in demanding foodservice environments, making it a preferred choice for professional caterers and hospitality venues.
- Width: 21 inches
- Depth: 12.75 inches
- Weight: 12.21 lbs
- Material: Stainless steel
- Shape: Rectangular
- Cover: Hinged glass lid
- Compatibility: Canned heat sources
- NSF Certified: Yes
- Max Safe Operating Temperature: Suitable for hot food storage
Electrical Requirements: Not electric, uses canned heat fuel
Cleaning: Dishwasher safe, easy disassembly
Construction: Heavy-duty stainless steel for commercial durability
Dimensions: 21" W x 12.75" D x appropriate height for stacking
Usage Environment: Buffets, catering, banquets with moderate throughput
What is a commercial chafer body?
A commercial chafer body is a durable, food-grade container used to keep hot foods warm during catering, buffet service, or banquet events. Typically constructed from stainless steel with features like hinged or sliding glass lids, it supports food presentation and accessibility. The Steelite WLWI55BODY model, with its 6-quart capacity and hinged glass lid, is designed for professional catering setups, supporting efficient workflow in high-volume foodservice environments such as hotels, conference centers, and event spaces. It is ideal for maintaining temperature and presentation standards during middle to high-volume catering operations.
Top commercial chafer bodies for buffet and catering foodservice
High-quality commercial chafer bodies are crafted from stainless steel and designed for reliable hot food presentation in catering and banquet settings. The Steelite WLWI55BODY stands out for its robust construction, 6-quart capacity, and hinged glass lid, supporting medium throughput environments in hotels, event halls, and cafeteria facilities. It provides efficient heat retention, ease of cleaning, and seamless integration into professional service workflows, ensuring optimal operational performance for professional foodservice providers.
- Moderate-volume catering — ideal for banquet and buffet service
- Designed for professional kitchens — with stainless steel durability
- Compatibility with canned heat — supports portable warming needs
- Rectangular footprint — maximizes space efficiency in service lines
- Easy to clean and maintain — seamless disassembly and dishwasher-safe