Town 42940 9-1/2 Inch Culinary Basket with 8 Inch Handle Stainless Steel

The Town 42940 Culinary Basket is a professional-grade round fry basket designed for commercial foodservice applications. Crafted from durable stainless steel, this 9-1/2-inch diameter basket features four-and-a-half inches of depth, making it suitable for high-efficiency frying, blanching, and oil filtration tasks within restaurant, cafeteria, or institutional kitchens. Its robust construction and medium mesh type optimize heat transfer and debris retention, ensuring consistent cooking performance and ease of cleaning. With an 8-inch handle for safe handling and ergonomic operation, this culinary basket is engineered to improve workflow efficiency and sanitation in demanding kitchen environments.

Town 42940 Culinary Basket Features

The Town 42940 Culinary Basket is tailored for commercial kitchens needing reliable frying solutions. Its stainless steel build provides superior durability under high-volume use, while the medium mesh design facilitates precise oil filtration and product handling. Designed for easy lifting and maneuvering, the basket supports efficient workflow in busy food preparation stations. Ideal for operations requiring consistent heat circulation and quick cleaning, this basket enhances operational efficiency for fryers, blanchers, and similar equipment.

• Functionality: 9-1/2" diameter round design simplifies high-volume frying
• Material Durability: Heavy-duty stainless steel resists corrosion and deformation
• Ease of Maintenance: Smooth surface for straightforward cleaning and sanitizing
• Workplace Compatibility: Fits standard fryer baskets with ergonomic 8" handle for safety
• Workflow Benefits: Supports quick dunking and lifting, streamlining frying processes

Suitable for professional kitchens and food production lines requiring precise, durable frying baskets.

Town 42940 Technical Specs

The Town 42940 Culinary Basket is constructed from high-grade stainless steel, measuring 9.5 inches in diameter with a height of 7.5 inches, accommodating various frying and filtration needs. Its medium mesh design facilitates debris separation while supporting efficient heat transfer. Weighing approximately 1.42 lbs, the basket is lightweight yet durable for demanding daily use. While not electric or cooling-related, it is designed to withstand operational temperatures typical for hot oil frying. The product meets standards for food safety and ease of cleaning, suitable for commercial kitchens seeking reliable, long-lasting frying accessories. The design includes an ergonomic 8-inch handle, ensuring safe handling and movement during busy foodservice routines.

• Dimensions: 9.5" diameter, 7.5" height for versatile use
• Material: Stainless steel for corrosion resistance and longevity
• Weight: 1.42 lbs for easy handling during operation
• Mesh Type: Medium mesh for debris filtration and heat exposure
• Handle: 8" ergonomic grip for safe lifting
• Application: Suitable for frying, blanching, oil filtration in commercial kitchens

What is a commercial culinary basket?

A commercial culinary basket is a durable, food-grade container designed for use in professional kitchens to facilitate frying, blanching, and oil filtration processes. Made primarily from stainless steel, these baskets feature specific dimensions and mesh configurations optimized for industrial foodservice equipment. The Town 42940 Culinary Basket, with its 9-1/2-inch diameter and 4-1/2-inch depth, is ideal for high-volume frying stations, installed in fryers or other hot oil equipment. Its robust construction, ergonomic handle, and medium mesh support efficient operation in restaurant kitchens, cafeteria settings, and catering operations requiring consistent, sanitary, and efficient food preparation performance.

Top Culinary Baskets for Frying and Food Processing in Foodservice

The Town 42940 Culinary Basket is a high-quality, stainless steel fry basket designed for moderate throughput in restaurant and institutional kitchens. Built for durability, it supports efficient frying workflows and easy cleaning. Town Equipment's model 42940 is ideal for commercial frying, blanching, and filtration applications within busy foodservice environments requiring dependable, restaurant-ready equipment.

• Operation Type — suitable for fryers in restaurant kitchens
• Kitchen Setting — ideal for compact commercial food preparation spaces
• Foodservice Category — optimized for fry cooklines and food processing areas
• Workload Qualifier — supports moderate throughput with high durability
• Use Case — effective for frying, blanching, processing in high-demand kitchens

Why Choose Town 42940 Culinary Basket?

Town 42940 Culinary Basket offers an exceptional combination of durable stainless steel construction, ergonomic design, and precise dimensions for high-efficiency foodservice operation. Its medium mesh and reliable handle design enhance workflow safety and cleaning ease, making it a superior choice over standard baskets and ensuring long-term performance in busy commercial kitchens.

• Designed for long-lasting, corrosion-resistant performance in demanding environments
• Optimized for safe handling and ergonomic operation with 8" handle
• Precise dimensions support compatibility with standard fryers and processing equipment
• Medium mesh facilitates efficient debris separation and heat transfer
• Lightweight construction enhances maneuverability during high-volume use