The Vollrath R3873760A 2-Series Affordable Portable™ Refrigerated Cold Food Pan with Lights is a mobile commercial foodservice unit designed for precise cold food storage and presentation. This refrigerated serving counter features a stainless steel top and a brushed aluminum wrapper, measuring 60 inches wide by 39.5 inches deep and standing 35 inches high. Equipped with an open rear base design, it provides efficient access and storage, supporting four pans with a 6-inch deep stainless steel well and a 1-inch drain. Operating on 120V/60Hz/1-phase power, this model ensures reliable refrigeration, making it suitable for mid-volume buffet lines, catering setups, and cafeteria service. Its robust construction and integrated lighting enhance visibility and ease of use in dynamic foodservice environments.
Vollrath R3873760A Features
The Vollrath R3873760A 2-Series cold food pan offers reliable refrigeration optimized for moderate throughput foodservice operations. Its stainless steel top combined with a vinyl-covered steel base ensures durability in busy commercial settings. The unit’s open rear design simplifies maintenance and cleaning, while its integrated lighting improves product visibility. Designed for easy mobility, locking casters facilitate repositioning within the kitchen or service area. Ideal for buffet lines, catering functions, and cafeteria stations, this refrigerated counter aligns with professional workflow requirements and spatial efficiency.
- Refrigerated cooling system: Maintains precise temperature control for cold food storage
- Durable construction: Aluminum exterior with stainless steel top withstands frequent use
- Easy maintenance: Open rear design simplifies cleaning and inspection
- Mobility features: Locking casters for secure repositioning in high-traffic areas
- Storage capacity: Supports four standard pans with a 6" depth stainless well
Ideal for medium-volume buffet lines or hospitality service requiring reliable cold food display.
Vollrath R3873760A Technical Specs
This refrigerated food counter operates on 120 volts, 60 Hz, single-phase power, consuming approximately 400 pounds of weight with an electrical connection NEMA 5-15P. Its refrigeration system is self-contained, utilizing air-cooled technology optimized for consistent temperature management. The unit features a stainless steel top and aluminum vinyl-covered steel base, ensuring durability and ease of cleaning in fast-paced environments. With a footprint of 60 inches in width and 39.5 inches in depth, the counter grows in height to 59 inches, accommodating user ergonomics at 35 inches working height. It is built to sustain typical operating temperature ranges for cold food presentation, with materials suited for food safety and sanitation standards. Maintenance involves routine cleaning of stainless steel surfaces and periodic inspection of the refrigeration system. The counter includes locking casters for mobility, with no assembly required beyond initial positioning.
- Electrical requirements: 120V/60Hz/1-phase, 6A, 720 watts
- Cooling method: Self-contained air-cooled refrigeration
- Construction materials: Stainless steel top, vinyl-covered aluminum steel base
- Dimensions: Width: 60 inches; Depth: 39.5 inches; Height: 59 inches
- Weight: Approx. 400 lbs
- Temperature operating range: Designed for safe cold food storage below 41°F (5°C)
- Storage features: Open rear base with space for four pans and drain
What is a commercial refrigerated food counter
A commercial refrigerated food counter is a professional-grade unit designed for the precise display and storage of cold foods in high-traffic foodservice environments. These counters typically feature integrated refrigeration to maintain consistent temperatures, durable stainless steel or aluminum construction, and larger capacities to support multiple food pans. Installed in buffet lines, cafeteria stations, or catering setups, the Vollrath R3873760A model exemplifies these features with its self-contained cooling system, open rear base for ease of maintenance, and mobility due to locking casters. Such units are optimized for medium-volume operations requiring reliable performance and efficient workflow, making them suitable for restaurants, catering services, and institutional foodservice operations.
Top Cold Food Serving Counter for Cafeterias and Catering
The commercial cold food serving counter built by Vollrath and model R3873760A is ideal for medium-volume cafeteria and catering operations, emphasizing durable construction and precise refrigeration function. It supports efficient food display and storage, ensuring optimal product presentation and workflow efficiency in professional foodservice environments.
- Operation type — suitable for moderate throughput buffet lines
- Kitchen setting — designed for commercial cafeteria and catering spaces
- Foodservice category — supports cold food display and service
- Workload qualifier — optimized for medium-volume foodservice throughput
- Use case — ideal for organized cold food presentation and rapid access
Why Choose Vollrath R3873760A
Vollrath R3873760A offers a professional-grade refrigerated cold food counter with a durable aluminum and stainless steel design, mobile convenience with locking casters, and an open rear base for straightforward maintenance. Its integrated lights enhance food visibility, and the unit’s efficient self-contained refrigeration makes it suitable for diverse foodservice operations seeking reliable cold storage with a compact footprint.
- Compact footprint maximizes kitchen space efficiency
- Self-contained refrigeration simplifies installation and maintenance
- Durable stainless steel and aluminum build withstands heavy use
- Open rear base allows quick access for cleaning and inspections
- Mobility with locking casters facilitates flexible kitchen layouts