Vollrath 36409 81 Inch Electric Hot Food Well Unit with 6 Insulated Wells

Vollrath  |  MFG #: 36409  |  Item #: 253232  |  UPC #: 0029419371365
$4,100.70 $8,201.40

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  • Robust stainless steel construction ensures durability
  • 3750-watt heating with precise temperature control
  • Fits standard 81-1/4"W x 26"D cutouts
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The Vollrath 36409 Hot Food Well Unit Drop-In Electric is a commercial-grade food holding solution designed for high-volume foodservice operations. This drop-in model features six insulated stainless steel wells measuring 12" x 20" each, constructed from 20 gauge stainless steel, ensuring durability and corrosion resistance. The overall dimensions are 81-1/4" width by 26" depth and 15" height, optimized for spacious countertop integration. With a robust 3750-watt electric heating system operating at 208V/60Hz single-phase, it provides precise, infinite temperature controls for optimal heat retention. This unit is engineered for wet operation environments, equipped with individual drain shutoffs and a drip-free flange for efficient drainage and sanitation management, making it suitable for professional culinary settings requiring reliable heat maintenance and easy cleaning. The unit’s NSF and cULus certifications confirm commercial safety standards, and its built-in, self-contained design ensures straightforward installation and maintenance. Crafted with a stainless steel top and galvanized exterior housing, the Vollrath 36409 is a reliable, restaurant-ready solution for maintaining hot foods in busy kitchens or buffet lines.

The Vollrath 36409 Hot Food Well Unit offers precise temperature control with individual infinite controls, robust stainless steel construction for durability in demanding environments, and easy-to-maintain insulation with drain shutoffs. Its wet operation design and drip-free flange enhance sanitation, making it ideal for high-volume foodservice applications requiring consistent food warmth and efficient workflow management.

Ideal for deploying in high-volume buffet lines or cafeteria setups requiring reliable, efficient heat retention.

The Vollrath 36409 features a powerful 3750-watt electric heating system, operating at 208V/60Hz single-phase power, making it suitable for standard commercial electrical connections. Its construction includes a stainless steel top and corrosion-resistant galvanized exterior, ensuring durability in busy foodservice environments. The unit weighs approximately 232 pounds and measures 81-1/4" wide by 26" deep by 15" high, fitting into a standard 80-1/2" W x 25-1/4" D cutout with a 7/8" corner radius requirement. Equipped for wet operation, it has individual drain shutoffs to facilitate hygienic maintenance, and controls are mounted in a dedicated panel for easy access. The unit complies with NSF and cULus standards, ensuring safety and sanitation, with a built-in drain system for efficient wastewater management. Designed for high-volume use, it offers a quick, reliable way to keep hot foods at safe serving temperatures while fitting seamlessly into commercial kitchens. The stainless-steel construction and robust design support continuous operation in demanding foodservice settings.

A commercial hot food well unit is a foodservice equipment piece designed to maintain hot foods at safe service temperatures during extended periods. Typically installed in buffets, cafeterias, or catering setups, these units feature multiple insulated wells, durable construction, and precise temperature controls for food quality. The Vollrath 36409 Hot Food Well Unit Drop-In Electric incorporates six insulated stainless steel wells with individual controls, suitable for high-volume operations requiring reliable and efficient heat retention, making it ideal for busy commercial kitchens and food service lines.

Robust, versatile, and designed for continuous operation, the Vollrath 36409 offers durable stainless steel construction with centralized control features, perfect for large-scale foodservice or cafeteria settings. This drop-in unit operates efficiently in busy commercial kitchens, supporting medium to high workload throughput with reliable heat maintenance for serving hot foods across various foodservice applications.

The Vollrath 36409 offers a self-contained, durable design with individual insulated wells and easy drainage, setting it apart from competing models. Its stainless steel construction and precise temperature controls ensure long-lasting performance and optimal food presentation, enhancing operational efficiency in demanding foodservice environments while supporting sanitation and ease of maintenance.

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The Vollrath 36409 Hot Food Well Unit Drop-In Electric is a commercial-grade food holding solution designed for high-volume foodservice operations. This drop-in model features six insulated stainless steel wells measuring 12" x 20" each, constructed from 20 gauge stainless steel, ensuring durability and corrosion resistance. The overall dimensions are 81-1/4" width by 26" depth and 15" height, optimized for spacious countertop integration. With a robust 3750-watt electric heating system operating at 208V/60Hz single-phase, it provides precise, infinite temperature controls for optimal heat retention. This unit is engineered for wet operation environments, equipped with individual drain shutoffs and a drip-free flange for efficient drainage and sanitation management, making it suitable for professional culinary settings requiring reliable heat maintenance and easy cleaning. The unit’s NSF and cULus certifications confirm commercial safety standards, and its built-in, self-contained design ensures straightforward installation and maintenance. Crafted with a stainless steel top and galvanized exterior housing, the Vollrath 36409 is a reliable, restaurant-ready solution for maintaining hot foods in busy kitchens or buffet lines.

Top Vollrath 36409 Features

The Vollrath 36409 Hot Food Well Unit offers precise temperature control with individual infinite controls, robust stainless steel construction for durability in demanding environments, and easy-to-maintain insulation with drain shutoffs. Its wet operation design and drip-free flange enhance sanitation, making it ideal for high-volume foodservice applications requiring consistent food warmth and efficient workflow management.

  • Individually controlled wells: Six insulated stainless steel wells for precise heat management
  • Heavy-duty stainless steel construction: 20 gauge stainless steel offers corrosion resistance and longevity
  • Drainage system: Individual drain shutoffs simplify cleaning and maintenance
  • Easy installation: Fits standard 81-1/4"W x 26"D cutouts with included positioning clips
  • High wattage heating: 3750 watts ensures rapid, uniform heat distribution for hot holding

Ideal for deploying in high-volume buffet lines or cafeteria setups requiring reliable, efficient heat retention.

Vollrath 36409 Technical Specs

The Vollrath 36409 features a powerful 3750-watt electric heating system, operating at 208V/60Hz single-phase power, making it suitable for standard commercial electrical connections. Its construction includes a stainless steel top and corrosion-resistant galvanized exterior, ensuring durability in busy foodservice environments. The unit weighs approximately 232 pounds and measures 81-1/4" wide by 26" deep by 15" high, fitting into a standard 80-1/2" W x 25-1/4" D cutout with a 7/8" corner radius requirement. Equipped for wet operation, it has individual drain shutoffs to facilitate hygienic maintenance, and controls are mounted in a dedicated panel for easy access. The unit complies with NSF and cULus standards, ensuring safety and sanitation, with a built-in drain system for efficient wastewater management. Designed for high-volume use, it offers a quick, reliable way to keep hot foods at safe serving temperatures while fitting seamlessly into commercial kitchens. The stainless-steel construction and robust design support continuous operation in demanding foodservice settings.

  • Electrical requirements: 208V/60Hz, single-phase, 3750-watt heating
  • Construction: Stainless steel top and galvanized exterior for durability
  • Dimensions: 81-1/4"W x 26"D x 15"H (overall)
  • Drain system: Individual drain shutoffs for each well
  • Weight: Approx. 232 lbs for stability in high-traffic environments
  • Installation: Fits 80-1/2" W x 25-1/4" D cutout with 7/8" corner radius

What is a commercial hot food well unit?

A commercial hot food well unit is a foodservice equipment piece designed to maintain hot foods at safe service temperatures during extended periods. Typically installed in buffets, cafeterias, or catering setups, these units feature multiple insulated wells, durable construction, and precise temperature controls for food quality. The Vollrath 36409 Hot Food Well Unit Drop-In Electric incorporates six insulated stainless steel wells with individual controls, suitable for high-volume operations requiring reliable and efficient heat retention, making it ideal for busy commercial kitchens and food service lines.

Top thermal food well units for high-capacity foodservice environments

Robust, versatile, and designed for continuous operation, the Vollrath 36409 offers durable stainless steel construction with centralized control features, perfect for large-scale foodservice or cafeteria settings. This drop-in unit operates efficiently in busy commercial kitchens, supporting medium to high workload throughput with reliable heat maintenance for serving hot foods across various foodservice applications.

  • Operation Type — suitable for high-volume buffet and cafeteria lines
  • Kitchen Type — designed for large commercial kitchens and catering facilities
  • Foodservice Category — ideal for hot food holding and serving stations
  • Workload Qualifier — capable of supporting moderate throughput in busy environments
  • Use Case — maintains hot foods in buffet, cafeteria, or catering settings

Why Choose Vollrath 36409 Hot Food Well Unit Drop-In Electric?

The Vollrath 36409 offers a self-contained, durable design with individual insulated wells and easy drainage, setting it apart from competing models. Its stainless steel construction and precise temperature controls ensure long-lasting performance and optimal food presentation, enhancing operational efficiency in demanding foodservice environments while supporting sanitation and ease of maintenance.

  • Compact footprint with integrated drain system for simplified cleaning
  • Heavy-duty stainless steel ensures resistance to corrosion and wear
  • Independent wells with infinite controls for precise temperature adjustments
  • Designed for wet operation environments to withstand busy service periods
  • Easy replacement of components such as drain shutoffs enhances uptime and sanitation

Certifications

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UL US & Canada

The item has been tested by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) for sanitation hazard standards and meets or exceeds expectations. The item can be used in the United States and Canada.

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Made in the USA

This item was made in the United States of America.

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NSF Listed

The item meets the standards imposed by NSF International. These standards relate to health, public safety and the environment.

Certifications

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6-30P

This unit is equipped with a NEMA 6-30P plug.


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Vollrath 36409 81 Inch Electric Hot Food Well Unit with 6 Insulated Wells

$4,100.70 $8,201.40

Vollrath, 36409, Hot Food Well Unit, Drop-In, electric, (6) 12" x 20" individual 20 gauge stainless steel insulated wells, 81-1/4"W x 26"D x 15"H (overall), wet operation only, individual infinite controls mounted in panel with cord, power indicator light, drip-free flange, individual drain shutoffs, 18 gauge stainless steel top, 18 gauge galvanized exterior housing, includes positioning clips, 3750 watts, 208v/60/1-ph, 18.0 amps, cord with NEMA 6-30P, NSF, cULus, Made in USA (80-1/2"W x 25-1/4"D cutout size, requires 7/8" corner radius)