Vollrath 46529 9 Quart Electric Chafing Dish with Retractable Roll Top

Vollrath  |  MFG #: 46529  |  Item #: 254261  |  UPC #: 0029419450367
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  • Durable stainless steel construction ensures long-term use
  • Electric PTC heater provides stable, uniform heat
  • Retractable roll top lid simplifies access and cleaning
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The Vollrath 46529 Orion® Retractable Full Size Roll Top Chafer is a professional-grade catering and foodservice unit designed for efficient hot food presentation. Built with durable 18-10 mirror finish stainless steel, this 9-quart chafer features a retractable roll top lid that opens to 90 degrees and fully opens for versatile access, simplifying serving and refilling tasks. Equipped with a 100/120V 240/450W PTC heater, it provides consistent heat distribution suitable for mid-volume catering, banquet operations, and buffet service. Its precise construction and technical features support high sanitation standards and ease of maintenance, making it a reliable addition to commercial kitchen environments. Ideal for institutions and event caterers managing appetites with quick, uniform heating and attractive presentation capability.

The Vollrath 46529 Orion® chafing dish combines expert engineering with practical design for seamless integration into commercial catering workflows. Its stainless steel construction ensures durability under frequent use, while the retractable cover enhances accessibility and sanitation. The unit's electric PTC heater provides stable, even heating with minimal maintenance, supporting consistent food temperatures. Suitable for buffet lines, banquet settings, and large-scale catering, this full-sized chafer simplifies service operations through its ergonomic lid and included stand for stable placement. The water pan allows for simmering and maintaining temperature, all contained within a 17"x25"x16" footprint optimized for space-efficient kitchen layouts.

The Vollrath 46529 Orion® chafer excels in mid-volume foodservice environments requiring reliable heat and efficient presentation.

The Vollrath 46529 chafer operates on 100/120V with a 240/450W PTC heater, ensuring consistent thermal performance suitable for professional catering. Its self-contained electric heating system maintains food safety and presentation standards without external refrigeration. Constructed from high-grade stainless steel, the unit weighs approximately 40.38 lbs and measures 17"x25"x16", supporting rugged use in busy commercial kitchens. The chrome-plated stainless steel finish enhances corrosion resistance and ease of cleaning, complemented by a heat-resistant operating range. The water pan included facilitates water-based heating methods, and the unit is designed for straightforward disassembly for routine maintenance. Its size and weight allow for versatile placement in catering setups, banquet halls, and event facilities. With a standard freight class and typically shipped within 4-8 business days, it’s a dependable choice for medium-volume foodservice operations.

A commercial chafer is a professional-grade food heating and presentation unit designed for catering, buffet, and banquet use. It maintains hot foods at safe serving temperatures using electric or fuel-powered heat sources, often featuring stainless steel construction for durability and sanitation. The Vollrath 46529 Orion® chafer, specifically, is a full-size, electric model with a retractable roll top lid, suitable for mid-volume foodservice operations such as banquet halls, hotels, and catering companies. It supports efficient food management by offering easy lid access, consistent heating, and integration into various catering workflows, making it ideal for high-volume, professional setups.

Reliable full-size heated chafers like the Vollrath 46529 Orion® ensure uniform food temperature and attractive presentation, suited for banquet halls, hotels, or catering events. Built with durable stainless steel and designed for moderate throughput, these units support efficient service operations and quick access to hot foods, fitting seamlessly into professional catering workflows and large-scale foodservice environments.

Designed with premium stainless steel and a user-friendly retractable lid mechanism, the Vollrath 46529 Orion® high-capacity chafer offers superior durability and operational efficiency compared to standard models. Its integrated PTC heater provides reliable, even heat for consistent food quality, while the space-efficient dimensions facilitate versatile placement in professional kitchens and event setups. The unit’s robust construction ensures longevity, reducing maintenance needs and supporting high sanitation standards, making it a trusted choice for commercial foodservice operations seeking dependable, restaurant-ready equipment.

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The Vollrath 46529 Orion® Retractable Full Size Roll Top Chafer is a professional-grade catering and foodservice unit designed for efficient hot food presentation. Built with durable 18-10 mirror finish stainless steel, this 9-quart chafer features a retractable roll top lid that opens to 90 degrees and fully opens for versatile access, simplifying serving and refilling tasks. Equipped with a 100/120V 240/450W PTC heater, it provides consistent heat distribution suitable for mid-volume catering, banquet operations, and buffet service. Its precise construction and technical features support high sanitation standards and ease of maintenance, making it a reliable addition to commercial kitchen environments. Ideal for institutions and event caterers managing appetites with quick, uniform heating and attractive presentation capability.

Top Vollrath 46529 Orion® Retractable Full Size Roll Top Chafer Features

The Vollrath 46529 Orion® chafing dish combines expert engineering with practical design for seamless integration into commercial catering workflows. Its stainless steel construction ensures durability under frequent use, while the retractable cover enhances accessibility and sanitation. The unit's electric PTC heater provides stable, even heating with minimal maintenance, supporting consistent food temperatures. Suitable for buffet lines, banquet settings, and large-scale catering, this full-sized chafer simplifies service operations through its ergonomic lid and included stand for stable placement. The water pan allows for simmering and maintaining temperature, all contained within a 17"x25"x16" footprint optimized for space-efficient kitchen layouts.

  • Functionality: Retractable cover for quick access and hygiene maintenance
  • Durability: Made from 18-10 mirror finish stainless steel for corrosion resistance
  • Ease of Use: Integrated water pan simplifies temperature control and cleaning
  • Application: Suitable for banquet halls and event catering with high sanitation standards
  • Workflow Benefit: Compatible with standard 100/120V outlets for plug-and-play operation

The Vollrath 46529 Orion® chafer excels in mid-volume foodservice environments requiring reliable heat and efficient presentation.

Vollrath 46529 Technical Specs

The Vollrath 46529 chafer operates on 100/120V with a 240/450W PTC heater, ensuring consistent thermal performance suitable for professional catering. Its self-contained electric heating system maintains food safety and presentation standards without external refrigeration. Constructed from high-grade stainless steel, the unit weighs approximately 40.38 lbs and measures 17"x25"x16", supporting rugged use in busy commercial kitchens. The chrome-plated stainless steel finish enhances corrosion resistance and ease of cleaning, complemented by a heat-resistant operating range. The water pan included facilitates water-based heating methods, and the unit is designed for straightforward disassembly for routine maintenance. Its size and weight allow for versatile placement in catering setups, banquet halls, and event facilities. With a standard freight class and typically shipped within 4-8 business days, it’s a dependable choice for medium-volume foodservice operations.

  • Electrical Requirements: 100/120V, 240/450W, single-phase operation
  • Heating Method: Electric PTC technology for stable, uniform heat
  • Construction & Finish: 18-10 mirror finish stainless steel exterior
  • Dimensions: 17" W x 25" D x 16" H
  • Weight: 40.38 lbs
  • Capacity: 9-quart water and food pans included
  • Temperature Resistance: Operating up to safe heat levels for food safety
  • Cleaning & Maintenance: Disassemblable parts with stainless steel surfaces for easy cleaning
  • Food Safety: Corrosion-resistant stainless steel, food-safe materials
  • Operational Compatibility: Suitable for standard commercial outlets with space for clearance and airflow

What is a commercial chafer?

A commercial chafer is a professional-grade food heating and presentation unit designed for catering, buffet, and banquet use. It maintains hot foods at safe serving temperatures using electric or fuel-powered heat sources, often featuring stainless steel construction for durability and sanitation. The Vollrath 46529 Orion® chafer, specifically, is a full-size, electric model with a retractable roll top lid, suitable for mid-volume foodservice operations such as banquet halls, hotels, and catering companies. It supports efficient food management by offering easy lid access, consistent heating, and integration into various catering workflows, making it ideal for high-volume, professional setups.

Top Commercial Chafers for Banquet and Catering Settings

Reliable full-size heated chafers like the Vollrath 46529 Orion® ensure uniform food temperature and attractive presentation, suited for banquet halls, hotels, or catering events. Built with durable stainless steel and designed for moderate throughput, these units support efficient service operations and quick access to hot foods, fitting seamlessly into professional catering workflows and large-scale foodservice environments.

  • Operation Scale — suitable for moderate catering throughput
  • Kitchen Setting — ideal for banquet, buffet, and event venues
  • Foodservice Category — perfect for catering and banquet service
  • Workload Qualification — supports consistent hot holding in high-volume settings
  • Primary Use Case — effective for meal service during catering events or large functions

Why Choose Vollrath 46529 Orion® Chafer

Designed with premium stainless steel and a user-friendly retractable lid mechanism, the Vollrath 46529 Orion® high-capacity chafer offers superior durability and operational efficiency compared to standard models. Its integrated PTC heater provides reliable, even heat for consistent food quality, while the space-efficient dimensions facilitate versatile placement in professional kitchens and event setups. The unit’s robust construction ensures longevity, reducing maintenance needs and supporting high sanitation standards, making it a trusted choice for commercial foodservice operations seeking dependable, restaurant-ready equipment.

  • Self-contained electric heating with consistent temperature control
  • Full-size design tailored for catering, banquet, and buffet use
  • Durable stainless steel with corrosion-resistant mirror finish
  • Retractable roll top lid enhances hygiene and service speed
  • Compact footprint supports efficient kitchen and event space utilization

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Vollrath 46529 Orion® Retractable Full Size Roll Top Chafer With 100/120v 240/450w PTC Heater
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Vollrath 46529 9 Quart Electric Chafing Dish with Retractable Roll Top

$1,504.55 $3,009.10

Vollrath, 46529, Orion® Retractable Full Size Roll Top Chafer with 100/120v 240/450w PTC heater, 9 quart, 18-10 mirror finish stainless, cover retracts to 90° & full open position, includes stand, water pan, food pan, ventilated cover, PTC heater, 17"x25"x16", imported