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Sterling Pro
Sterling Pro SPC300 305 Ltr Chest Freezer/Chiller
£437.00(£524.40 inc VAT)
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The Sterling Pro SPC300 is a chest-format cold storage unit with a 305-litre capacity, operable as either a freezer or a chiller depending on your requirements. The chest configuration provides a wide, open storage area that handles oversized or awkwardly shaped items — frozen joints, bulk catering packs, ice cream tubs — that can be difficult to stack efficiently in an upright cabinet. It is a straightforward, practically built unit aimed at back-of-house bulk storage rather than display or high-frequency access.
In operational terms, chest freezers perform well where the priority is maintaining a steady low temperature over extended periods with infrequent opening. The lid-down design naturally retains cold air when the unit is accessed, which reduces the thermal load on the refrigeration system and supports consistent temperature recovery. This makes the SPC300 a dependable choice for holding stock between deliveries rather than for rapid, repeated retrieval during service.
- Lid lock keeps contents secure and supports basic stock control procedures
- R600a refrigerant offers low environmental impact and is well supported by service engineers
- Dual freezer/chiller function provides flexibility to suit changing storage needs
- Chest format retains cold air on opening, reducing recovery demand on the compressor
- European manufacture supports longer-term parts availability
Installation requires a level, stable floor surface and adequate clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation. The lid swing needs clear overhead and lateral space, so tight or high-traffic areas are not well suited to this format. Deep retrieval from the base of the chest is worth thinking through before purchase — depending on what you plan to store, access can be less convenient than in an upright cabinet. The unit runs on a standard mains supply; confirming your existing circuit is appropriate before installation is always a sensible step.
The SPC300 is well suited to smaller catering operations, pub kitchens, cafés, and independent food businesses that need reliable bulk cold storage without a high capital outlay. It is not designed for high-frequency access during service or for display purposes. Sites with greater storage throughput or more demanding refrigeration requirements may be better served by a larger or heavier-duty unit.
If you are weighing up whether this format and capacity is the right match for your operation, we are happy to talk it through with you.
Frequently asked questions
Is a chest freezer practical for daily service use in a busy kitchen?
Chest freezers are best suited to back-of-house bulk storage rather than frequent in-service retrieval. If your team needs to access the unit repeatedly during a busy service, an upright cabinet is generally more practical. The SPC300 works well for holding stock between deliveries or storing items that are batched and prepared in advance.
What ventilation and space allowances does this unit need?
Like all refrigeration equipment, the SPC300 requires clear airflow at the rear and sides to allow the condenser to dissipate heat effectively — restricted ventilation will reduce efficiency and can shorten the life of the compressor. You also need to account for the full lid swing when planning placement, so tight corners or high-traffic passageways are worth avoiding.
Can this unit be used as a chiller rather than a freezer?
Yes — the dual freezer/chiller function means the SPC300 can be set to operate as a chiller if your storage needs change. This gives a degree of operational flexibility, though it is worth noting the chest format is still best suited to bulk storage regardless of the temperature mode selected.
- Basket count
- 1
- Cabinet type
- Chest
- Capacity (litres)
- 295
- Climate class
- 4
- Energy rating
- F
- External depth
- 743 mm
- External height
- 840 mm
- External width
- 1041 mm
- Insulation
- 60mm
- Internal finish
- Embossed Aluminium
- Max ambient temp
- 43 °C
- Number of baskets
- 1
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Temperature range
- -24 - +1 °C
- Temperature type
- Chiller & Freezer
- Weight
- 47 kg
£437.00(£524.40 inc VAT)
£437.00(£524.40 inc VAT)
The Sterling Pro SPC300 is a chest-format cold storage unit with a 305-litre capacity, operable as either a freezer or a chiller depending on your requirements. The chest configuration provides a wide, open storage area that handles oversized or awkwardly shaped items — frozen joints, bulk catering packs, ice cream tubs — that can be difficult to stack efficiently in an upright cabinet. It is a straightforward, practically built unit aimed at back-of-house bulk storage rather than display or high-frequency access.
In operational terms, chest freezers perform well where the priority is maintaining a steady low temperature over extended periods with infrequent opening. The lid-down design naturally retains cold air when the unit is accessed, which reduces the thermal load on the refrigeration system and supports consistent temperature recovery. This makes the SPC300 a dependable choice for holding stock between deliveries rather than for rapid, repeated retrieval during service.
- Lid lock keeps contents secure and supports basic stock control procedures
- R600a refrigerant offers low environmental impact and is well supported by service engineers
- Dual freezer/chiller function provides flexibility to suit changing storage needs
- Chest format retains cold air on opening, reducing recovery demand on the compressor
- European manufacture supports longer-term parts availability
Installation requires a level, stable floor surface and adequate clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation. The lid swing needs clear overhead and lateral space, so tight or high-traffic areas are not well suited to this format. Deep retrieval from the base of the chest is worth thinking through before purchase — depending on what you plan to store, access can be less convenient than in an upright cabinet. The unit runs on a standard mains supply; confirming your existing circuit is appropriate before installation is always a sensible step.
The SPC300 is well suited to smaller catering operations, pub kitchens, cafés, and independent food businesses that need reliable bulk cold storage without a high capital outlay. It is not designed for high-frequency access during service or for display purposes. Sites with greater storage throughput or more demanding refrigeration requirements may be better served by a larger or heavier-duty unit.
If you are weighing up whether this format and capacity is the right match for your operation, we are happy to talk it through with you.
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