Cold bain marie Stalgast ST306151

A cold chafing dish keeps prepared food chilled without ice, using a refrigerated base that circulates cool air around gastronorm pans. Instead of melting ice diluting sauces or warming unevenly, the unit maintains a steady low temperature, extending the safe holding time for salads, desserts, seafood and cold buffet items. The marble base acts as a thermal mass, smoothing out temperature swings when the lid is opened or new pans are added. The operator loads up to four GN1/1-150 pans into the stainless-steel wells, ensuring each pan sits flush on the marble slab. Once the mains switch is on, the refrigeration system starts and the unit settles between +2 °C and +10 °C. The temperature is not adjustable; the range is chosen to keep food above freezing while preventing bacterial growth. Pans can be swapped during service without interrupting the cooling cycle, provided the lid is replaced quickly to minimise warm air entering. Construction is stainless steel throughout, with a high marble base that raises the wells to a comfortable worktop height. The overall footprint of 1480 mm by 620 mm fits a standard buffet line, while the variable height from 15 mm to 510 mm allows the unit to sit on existing counters or trolleys. A single power lead connects to a 230 V, 50 Hz supply, drawing 0.24 kW to run the compressor and fan. The voltage requirement matches the standard single-phase circuit found in most professional kitchens, so no special wiring is needed. The 0.24 kW power rating indicates a modest electrical load, suitable for continuous use alongside other catering equipment. The temperature range of +2 °C to +10 °C is designed for holding chilled food, not for rapid chilling or freezing, so items must be pre-chilled before loading. Cleaning involves wiping the stainless-steel surfaces and marble slab with a damp cloth and mild detergent after each service. The refrigeration system requires no daily maintenance, but the air intake and condenser should be kept clear of dust to maintain efficiency. The seamless stainless-steel basin and raised marble base slide straight into the sink without removing a single part. The unit is supplied as a single version for 4 GN1/1-150 pans, with no variants or optional extras listed. It is categorised under cold-food holding equipment in the Stalgast professional catering range.