Lincat ECG6 Electric Chargrill

The Lincat ECG6 is an electric countertop chargrill designed for commercial kitchen use. It produces the characteristic branded marks and chargrilled flavour associated with gas or charcoal grilling, using electric heating elements rather than a naked flame. The unit includes an integral water bath beneath the cooking grid, which serves both to add humidity during cooking and to simplify cleaning at the end of service.

In a working kitchen environment, the ECG6 performs reliably across a sustained service period. The water bath helps retain moisture in meat and fish, which reduces shrinkage and improves plate presentation — a practical advantage when throughput is consistent and product yield matters. The hinging element design means the cooking grid can be lifted clear for cleaning without a lengthy cool-down, which is useful at the end of a busy shift. A safety cut-out activates if the water bath runs dry, offering a degree of protection against accidental damage.

From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are:

• Integral water bath maintains humidity and reduces food shrinkage during cooking
• Splash guard with water funnel allows the tank to be refilled without interrupting service
• Hinging elements lift clear for straightforward end-of-service cleaning
• Electric operation avoids the need for a gas supply or LPG connection
• High-temperature safety cut-out if water bath runs dry

Being electrically powered, the ECG6 requires a suitable mains connection but does not need a gas supply or associated gas safety infrastructure. It is a countertop unit, so available worktop space and proximity to a suitable electrical supply are the primary installation considerations. Ventilation above the unit should be appropriate for chargrilling, as the cooking process generates smoke and steam — a canopy extract system is standard practice in most commercial kitchens using this type of equipment.

The ECG6 is well suited to small to medium operations that want to offer chargrilled dishes without a gas infrastructure — cafés, gastropubs, hotel kitchens, and smaller restaurant operations are typical environments. It works sensibly as a standalone grill or alongside a range of other countertop equipment. For kitchens running high volumes of chargrilled covers continuously across a long service, a larger or heavier-duty unit may be worth considering.

If you are unsure whether the ECG6 is the right fit for your service volume or kitchen setup, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.