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Vestfrost VT147-60 Ultra-Low Temperature Chest Freezer -60°C

SKU: VT147-60

£1,567.00(£1,880.40 inc VAT)
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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 3
  • In the event of equipment failure an engineer will be sent for an onsite repair 3
  • Equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug but may be more suitably connected to a fused spur

The Vestfrost VT147-60 is a specialist ultra-low temperature chest freezer capable of maintaining stored contents at temperatures down to -60°C. This is not a piece of general catering refrigeration — it is a purpose-built unit for applications where sustained deep-freeze storage well beyond the reach of standard commercial freezers is a genuine operational requirement.

Reliable temperature retention is the defining priority at these depths, and the VT147-60 is built around that demand. Its single-compressor low-energy system uses a hydrocarbon refrigerant to support stable, consistent temperatures over extended periods, avoiding the drift that can compromise sensitive stored materials. The digital XR30CX controller gives operators clear, real-time visibility of the internal environment, and the unit comes prepared for temperature logging and an external CO2 backup connection — both meaningful features where auditable temperature records are a regulatory or compliance requirement.

From an operational standpoint, several practical details are worth noting:

  • Audible and visual alarms alert staff immediately to any temperature deviation
  • Lock fitted as standard, supporting access control and security requirements
  • Cyclopentane insulation supports thermal efficiency and keeps running costs in check
  • Hydrocarbon refrigerant carries a lower environmental impact than many synthetic alternatives
  • Plug-and-play electrical connection reduces installation complexity

Installation does not require specialist gas or water connections, but adequate ventilation around the unit matters at this depth of temperature. Placement in a well-ventilated, temperature-stable room will support consistent long-term performance. The chest configuration means lid access rather than door access, which suits fixed-position storage workflows better than high-turnover retrieval environments.

This freezer is best suited to laboratories, medical and research facilities, pharmaceutical storage, and similar specialist environments where sustained ultra-low temperatures are a firm operational requirement. It is not intended as a primary freezer for food service kitchens operating at standard commercial temperatures — if your requirement sits in the conventional range, a standard commercial chest or upright freezer would be more appropriate and more cost-effective.

If you have questions about temperature logging capability, room conditions, or whether this specification matches your storage requirements, the team is happy to work through the detail with you.

Frequently asked questions

Is the VT147-60 suitable for food storage in a commercial catering kitchen?

Not as a primary catering freezer. This unit is engineered for ultra-low temperature applications — laboratories, medical storage, pharmaceutical environments — where temperatures down to -60°C are required. For standard commercial food storage at around -18°C to -22°C, a conventional commercial chest or upright freezer is more appropriate and considerably more cost-effective.

What are the installation requirements for this unit?

The VT147-60 operates on a standard electrical supply and does not require gas or water connections, which keeps installation relatively straightforward. The most important practical consideration is placement — the unit needs adequate ventilation around it and should be located in a room with a reasonably stable ambient temperature to support reliable long-term performance at depth.

Does the unit support temperature logging for compliance purposes?

Yes — the VT147-60 comes prepared for temperature logging and has provision for an external CO2 backup system connection, both of which are relevant where continuous, auditable temperature records are a regulatory or compliance requirement. If you need to confirm compatibility with a specific logging system or understand the backup connection in more detail, it is worth discussing your setup with the team before ordering.
Vestfrost VT147-60 Ultra-Low Temperature Chest Freezer -60°C

£1,567.00(£1,880.40 inc VAT)

£1,567.00(£1,880.40 inc VAT)

The Vestfrost VT147-60 is a specialist ultra-low temperature chest freezer capable of maintaining stored contents at temperatures down to -60°C. This is not a piece of general catering refrigeration — it is a purpose-built unit for applications where sustained deep-freeze storage well beyond the reach of standard commercial freezers is a genuine operational requirement.

Reliable temperature retention is the defining priority at these depths, and the VT147-60 is built around that demand. Its single-compressor low-energy system uses a hydrocarbon refrigerant to support stable, consistent temperatures over extended periods, avoiding the drift that can compromise sensitive stored materials. The digital XR30CX controller gives operators clear, real-time visibility of the internal environment, and the unit comes prepared for temperature logging and an external CO2 backup connection — both meaningful features where auditable temperature records are a regulatory or compliance requirement.

From an operational standpoint, several practical details are worth noting:

  • Audible and visual alarms alert staff immediately to any temperature deviation
  • Lock fitted as standard, supporting access control and security requirements
  • Cyclopentane insulation supports thermal efficiency and keeps running costs in check
  • Hydrocarbon refrigerant carries a lower environmental impact than many synthetic alternatives
  • Plug-and-play electrical connection reduces installation complexity

Installation does not require specialist gas or water connections, but adequate ventilation around the unit matters at this depth of temperature. Placement in a well-ventilated, temperature-stable room will support consistent long-term performance. The chest configuration means lid access rather than door access, which suits fixed-position storage workflows better than high-turnover retrieval environments.

This freezer is best suited to laboratories, medical and research facilities, pharmaceutical storage, and similar specialist environments where sustained ultra-low temperatures are a firm operational requirement. It is not intended as a primary freezer for food service kitchens operating at standard commercial temperatures — if your requirement sits in the conventional range, a standard commercial chest or upright freezer would be more appropriate and more cost-effective.

If you have questions about temperature logging capability, room conditions, or whether this specification matches your storage requirements, the team is happy to work through the detail with you.