Nisbets Essentials Undercounter Freezer Black 78Ltr
Product Description
The Nisbets Essentials undercounter freezer is a compact, self-contained frozen storage unit designed to sit beneath a standard worktop. Finished in black painted steel, it provides a usable capacity of...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 78Ltr
- Climate class
- 4
- Colour
- Black
- Dimensions
- 855(H) x 600(W) x 595(D)mm
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Product Description
The Nisbets Essentials undercounter freezer is a compact, self-contained frozen storage unit designed to sit beneath a standard worktop. Finished in black painted steel, it provides a usable capacity of 78 litres within a footprint that works well in tighter kitchen layouts where a full upright cabinet is not practical. An electronic controller with a continuous digital temperature display allows staff to monitor cabinet temperature at a glance without opening the door.
In practice, this unit is best suited to lower-demand environments where frozen storage requirements are modest and consistent. It performs reliably for storing portioned proteins, ice cream, or frozen accompaniments close to the point of use, reducing unnecessary trips to a separate cold room. Recovery after door opening is adequate for light service, though operators running high-frequency access — such as a busy dessert station — should factor that into their assessment. The R600a refrigerant has a low global warming potential, keeping the unit in line with current environmental expectations.
Practical operational advantages include:
- Digital temperature display allows quick checks without opening the cabinet
- Lockable door supports basic stock security and temperature compliance
- A-rated energy performance helps keep running costs in proportion to its size
- Undercounter format keeps frozen product accessible at point of use
- Black finish suits front-of-house or open kitchen layouts where aesthetics matter
Installation is straightforward — the unit requires a standard 13A mains supply and adequate clearance around the cabinet for ventilation. Climate class 4 means it is rated for ambient temperatures up to 38°C, making it suitable for warmer kitchen environments. It is a painted steel cabinet rather than stainless, so placement in areas exposed to heavy moisture or steam should be considered carefully.
This freezer is well suited to small cafés, sandwich bars, pub kitchens with limited frozen storage needs, or as a secondary unit supplementing a larger cold room. For sites with greater throughput or more demanding access patterns, a higher-capacity or more heavily built alternative would be worth considering.
If you are unsure whether this unit is the right fit for your kitchen setup, the team is happy to talk through your requirements before you commit to an order.
Key Features
- 78Ltr usable capacity in a standard undercounter footprint
- Electronic controller with continuous digital temperature display
- Lockable door for basic stock security and compliance
- R600a refrigerant with low global warming potential of 3
- A-rated energy efficiency for proportionate running costs
Operational Benefits
- Keeps frozen stock accessible at point of use during service
- Digital display lets staff verify temperature without opening the door
- Compact footprint suits kitchens where full upright cabinets are impractical
- Lock supports basic HACCP compliance and stock control procedures
- A energy rating helps keep daily running costs low for smaller operations
Specifications
- Capacity
- 78Ltr
- Climate class
- 4
- Colour
- Black
- Dimensions
- 855(H) x 600(W) x 595(D)mm
- Energy rating
- A
- Insulation
- 60mm
- Material
- Painted Steel
- Refrigerant
- R600a / GWP 3 / 60g
- Temperature range
- '-25°C to -10°C
- Warranty
- 1 Year Parts & Labour
- Weight
- 45kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- This unit is best suited to lower-demand environments where door access is relatively infrequent. For stations where frozen product is being pulled out repeatedly during a busy service — such as a high-volume dessert or ice cream section — a heavier-duty cabinet with a stronger compressor and faster recovery would be a more reliable choice.
- The unit runs from a standard 13A mains socket, so no specialist electrical installation is required. You will need to allow adequate clearance around the cabinet — particularly at the rear and sides — for ventilation to prevent the compressor overworking. It is climate class 4, meaning it is rated to operate in ambient temperatures up to 38°C.
- Painted steel is common in lighter-duty commercial units and performs well in most back-of-house settings. However, it is less tolerant of prolonged exposure to heavy moisture, steam, or cleaning chemicals than a stainless steel cabinet. If the unit will be positioned in a particularly wet or steam-heavy area, it is worth considering whether a stainless-finished alternative would be more appropriate for longevity.