Cambro GripLid 1/2 GN Polycarbonate Pan Lid
Product Description
The Cambro GripLid is a polycarbonate lid designed to fit standard 1/2 GN food pans. Its defining feature is a moulded-in polyurethane gasket that grips the rim of the pan...
Specifications
- Colour
- Clear
- Dimensions
- 265(W) x 324(D)mm
- Material
- Polycarbonate
- Warranty
- 1 Year
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Product Description
The Cambro GripLid is a polycarbonate lid designed to fit standard 1/2 GN food pans. Its defining feature is a moulded-in polyurethane gasket that grips the rim of the pan firmly, creating a secure seal without clips or additional fasteners. The crystal-clear polycarbonate construction allows staff to identify pan contents at a glance without lifting the lid.
In busy kitchen and service environments, the GripLid earns its place by preventing spills during transport between the kitchen and the servery, and by reducing the risk of cross-contamination when pans are stacked or stored in a walk-in. The secure fit is particularly useful for liquid-heavy contents such as soups, sauces, and dressings, where a loose-fitting lid is a genuine operational hazard.
- Moulded polyurethane gasket grips the pan rim for a secure, spill-resistant seal
- Crystal-clear polycarbonate for at-a-glance content identification without removing the lid
- Suitable for temperature ranges from freezer storage through to hot-holding service
- Safe for commercial dishwashers, supporting high-turnover cleaning routines
- Fits standard 1/2 GN food pans across the Cambro range and compatible gastronorm lines
From a practical standpoint, the lid is dishwasher-safe and straightforward to clean by hand. Polycarbonate is a robust material for everyday kitchen use, though it is worth noting that it will discolour over time with exposure to strongly pigmented foods such as tomato-based sauces — this is a characteristic of the material rather than a product fault.
The GripLid is well suited to catering operations that prep and store large quantities of liquid or semi-liquid foods and need reliable, stackable storage. It works equally well in schools, hospitals, contract catering, and hotel banqueting kitchens. If your operation runs a high volume of pans or needs lids across multiple GN sizes, it is worth having a conversation about building out a consistent set.
If you are unsure which lid or pan combination best suits your storage setup, the team is happy to help you work through it.
Key Features
- Moulded polyurethane gasket grips 1/2 GN pan rim for a secure seal
- Crystal-clear polycarbonate body allows at-a-glance content identification
- Polycarbonate construction rated for freezer storage through hot-holding temperatures
- Compatible with standard 1/2 GN gastronorm food pans across leading brands
- Dishwasher-safe design supports high-turnover commercial cleaning routines
Operational Benefits
- Prevents spills when transporting liquid-heavy pans during busy service
- Reduces cross-contamination risk when stacking pans in cold storage
- Staff identify pan contents without lifting the lid, saving time on the line
- Secure seal helps maintain freshness and quality of prepped food during storage
- Durable everyday lid that holds up to repeated dishwasher cycles without warping
Specifications
- Colour
- Clear
- Dimensions
- 265(W) x 324(D)mm
- Material
- Polycarbonate
- Warranty
- 1 Year
- Weight
- 2.6kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The GripLid is designed to fit standard 1/2 GN dimensions, and it is generally compatible with gastronorm pans from other reputable brands that conform to standard GN sizing. That said, pan rim profiles can vary slightly between manufacturers, so if you are buying lids to use with an existing pan range, it is worth confirming compatibility before purchasing in quantity.
- Yes, the polycarbonate material is suitable for freezer storage temperatures, making the GripLid a practical choice for operations that prep, seal, and blast-chill in the same workflow. The gasket maintains its grip at low temperatures, which helps prevent freezer burn and protects food quality during extended cold storage.
- Polycarbonate is a hard-wearing material that handles repeated commercial dishwasher cycles reliably. Over time, strongly pigmented foods such as tomato-based sauces can cause some discolouration — this is a characteristic of polycarbonate generally and does not affect the lid's function or food safety. With normal care, the GripLid gives good service life in a high-throughput kitchen environment.