Caterlite Portable Clip-On Sous Vide Machine

Sous vide cooking has become a standard technique in many professional kitchens, and this portable unit from Caterlite offers a practical entry point for operators who want the method without committing to a dedicated sous vide tank. The machine clips directly onto the side of almost any suitable container — a stockpot, a deep gastronorm container, a polycarbonate tank — and circulates the water continuously to maintain an even temperature throughout the bath.

In a working kitchen environment, the clip-on format is useful where bench space is at a premium. There is no fixed footprint; the unit stores away when not in use and can be deployed quickly during prep. Continuous water circulation means temperature stratification is kept in check, which is the core requirement for reliable sous vide results. At 1.45kg, it is genuinely portable and straightforward to move between stations or sites if needed.

Practically, this type of unit suits lower-volume output — finishing proteins ahead of service, holding portions at temperature, or preparing smaller batch quantities. It is not designed for continuous high-throughput production runs or large simultaneous batch loads. Operators running a high volume of sous vide covers daily may find a purpose-built tank with greater capacity better suited to their needs.

• Clips to existing containers, keeping equipment investment low
• Compact and easy to store when not in active use
• Consistent water circulation for even temperature across the bath
• Compatible with most containers at least 180mm deep
• Stainless steel and plastic construction appropriate for kitchen use

If you are unsure whether this unit will handle your anticipated output, or if you are weighing it against a larger dedicated tank, feel free to get in touch — it is the kind of question worth a quick conversation before ordering.