Prince Castle 287-T14 Vertical Contact Toaster
Product Description
The Prince Castle 287-T14 is a vertical contact toaster designed specifically for high-throughput bun and bread toasting in fast food and mass catering environments. Product is fed in from the...
Specifications
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 658(H) x 648(W) x 219(D)mm
- Output
- 1380 buns per hour
- Power
- 1.7kW, 7.5A
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Product Description
The Prince Castle 287-T14 is a vertical contact toaster designed specifically for high-throughput bun and bread toasting in fast food and mass catering environments. Product is fed in from the top slot, passes through heated contact platens, and exits toasted at the base — consistently, repeatedly, and at pace. At a rated output of around 1,380 units per hour with a 14-second cycle, it is built around the demands of continuous service rather than occasional use.
In a busy service environment, consistency is as important as speed. The 287-T14 delivers both. Because the toasting process is contact-based rather than radiant, results are uniform across each unit regardless of how many consecutive passes have been made. There is no meaningful drop in performance between the first bun of a shift and the five hundredth, which matters in operations where product quality needs to be repeatable at volume.
From an operational standpoint, the unit offers several practical advantages:
- 14-second toast cycle supports continuous output without queuing or delays
- Compact counter footprint of around 211mm depth suits space-restricted service counters
- Simple controls reduce training time and operator error during busy periods
- Contact toasting produces consistent colour and texture across every unit
- Straightforward daily cleaning keeps hygiene maintenance manageable between shifts
Installation is straightforward by commercial kitchen standards — the unit is counter-mounted and does not require extraction or water connection. It weighs 30kg, so positioning is a two-person job, but once placed it requires only a suitable electrical supply. Confirm your supply specification with your electrician before installation. The unit is configured for a specific product type, so if you are toasting different bread formats you will need to ensure the toaster is set up appropriately for each.
The 287-T14 is best suited to fast food restaurants, burger counters, and high-volume catering operations where bun or bread throughput is a constant service requirement. It is less suited to kitchens where toasting is an occasional task or where a variety of different product sizes need to be handled interchangeably. For sites with significantly higher output demands, heavier-duty alternatives within the vertical contact toaster range may be worth considering.
If you are unsure whether this model fits your service volume or counter setup, the team is happy to talk through your requirements before you commit to an order.
Key Features
- 14-second contact toast cycle delivers up to 1,380 buns per hour
- Top-feed vertical design enables continuous gravity-assisted throughput
- Contact platen toasting ensures consistent colour and texture every cycle
- Compact 211mm depth suits tight counter and service line installations
- Simple operator controls reduce training requirements during busy service
Operational Benefits
- Handles continuous peak-service demand without performance drop-off
- Consistent toasting results reduce waste and maintain product quality standards
- Minimal counter footprint preserves valuable workspace on the service line
- Quick operator learning curve keeps service running smoothly under pressure
- Straightforward cleaning routine supports hygiene compliance between shifts
Specifications
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 658(H) x 648(W) x 219(D)mm
- Output
- 1380 buns per hour
- Power
- 1.7kW, 7.5A
- Warranty
- 1 Year Parts & Labour
- Weight
- 30kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The 287-T14 is configured for a specific product type, so it performs best when used consistently with the bread format it has been set up for. If your operation requires toasting a range of different bun or bread sizes interchangeably, it is worth discussing your requirements with us before ordering to confirm suitability.
- The unit is counter-mounted and requires no water connection or extraction, which keeps installation relatively straightforward. It does require a suitable electrical supply — confirm the specification with a qualified electrician before fitting. At 30kg it is a two-person lift to position safely on the counter.
- At a 14-second cycle, the toaster can sustain continuous output for as long as product is being fed in — making it well matched to fast food counters running high-volume service. If your operation regularly exceeds this throughput or runs multiple lines simultaneously, a higher-capacity model may be worth considering.