Buffalo Chamber Vacuum Pack Machine 6.8Ltr
Product Description
Chamber vacuum packers work by removing air from within a sealed chamber rather than drawing it out through the bag opening. This approach produces a more consistent, reliable seal than...
Specifications
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 269(H) x 371(W)mm
- Material
- Stainless Steel & Plastic
- Warranty
- 2 Years Parts & Labour
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Product Description
Chamber vacuum packers work by removing air from within a sealed chamber rather than drawing it out through the bag opening. This approach produces a more consistent, reliable seal than external sucker-style machines and handles a wider range of food types, including liquids, marinades and soft ingredients that would be difficult to pack otherwise. The Buffalo 6.8Ltr chamber machine is a compact, bench-top unit built around a stainless steel and toughened glass construction, well suited to smaller commercial kitchens, prep operations and catering businesses that need a dependable daily vacuum packing capability without committing to a full-sized floor-standing unit.
In day-to-day kitchen use, the machine's Smart Vac function adjusts the vacuum cycle automatically based on the contents and bag loaded. In practice, this removes the need to manually dial in settings each time — useful when staff are working quickly during prep shifts and moving between different products and bag types. Dual seal wires provide a secure, consistent closure, and adjustable sealing times mean the machine can accommodate variation in bag thickness or material without guesswork.
Key operational advantages include:
- Smart Vac automation reduces operator error during busy prep periods
- Dual seal wires produce a reliable, tamper-evident closure each cycle
- Chamber design handles liquids and marinades without spillage risk
- Toughened glass lid and stainless steel body withstand daily kitchen use
- Simple controls keep training time short for kitchen staff
At 6.8 litres chamber capacity with a maximum bag width of 305mm, this unit is appropriate for single-site kitchens, small catering operations and prep areas handling moderate daily throughput. It is not designed for high-volume continuous cycling — sites processing large quantities throughout service would be better served by a heavier-duty model with a larger chamber and a more robust pump specification.
Installation is straightforward: the machine is a bench-top unit requiring a standard mains supply and a stable, level work surface with adequate clearance around the lid for operation. At just under 13kg it is manageable to position without specialist equipment, though it should be treated as a fixed prep station rather than moved frequently.
If you are unsure whether this capacity suits your operation, or you would like to discuss how vacuum packing fits into your wider prep workflow, the team is happy to talk it through before you order.
Key Features
- Smart Vac function auto-adjusts vacuum settings based on bag and contents
- Dual seal wires deliver a secure, consistent closure on every cycle
- 6.8Ltr chamber accommodates bags up to 305mm wide
- Toughened glass lid and stainless steel body built for daily kitchen use
- 380W bench-top unit on a standard mains supply with no special installation
Operational Benefits
- Reduces operator error during prep with fully automatic vacuum adjustment
- Chamber design handles liquids and marinades without risk of spillage
- Consistent dual-wire seal supports food safety and extended shelf life
- Compact footprint suits smaller prep areas without sacrificing performance
- Simple controls keep staff training time and onboarding effort to a minimum
Specifications
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 269(H) x 371(W)mm
- Material
- Stainless Steel & Plastic
- Warranty
- 2 Years Parts & Labour
- Weight
- 12.96kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — because it uses a chamber design rather than an external nozzle, the bag sits entirely inside the machine during the cycle. This means liquids and wet ingredients are contained within the chamber rather than being drawn through a tube, making it suitable for stocks, marinades and similar preparations that would be problematic in a suction-style machine.
- The 6.8Ltr chamber is well suited to moderate prep volumes — typically small-to-medium catering operations, hotel kitchens or restaurant prep areas cycling bags throughout a prep shift rather than continuously throughout service. Sites with high-volume, continuous packing requirements would generally benefit from a larger chamber unit with a more heavy-duty pump, and it is worth discussing your expected daily cycle count with us before purchasing.
- The unit runs from a standard UK mains supply and requires no specialist installation — a stable, level bench with enough overhead clearance to open the lid fully is the primary practical consideration. It weighs just under 13kg, so positioning is straightforward, though it is best treated as a fixed station rather than being moved repeatedly between shifts.