Is the TC60 suitable for front-of-house use as a customer-facing display?

Yes — the glazed door option is well suited to front bar use where visibility of chilled products at the point of sale is commercially important. The solid door variant is more commonly used in back bar or storage roles where display is less of a priority.

What ventilation clearance does the Mistral TC60 require?

Like most upright refrigeration units, the TC60 needs adequate clearance at the rear and top of the cabinet to allow heat from the refrigeration system to dissipate freely. Installing it in a tight alcove or directly against a wall without clearance can impair cooling performance and add strain to the compressor over time. IMC's installation documentation will specify the minimum clearances required.

How does the TC60 perform during a busy service period with frequent door openings?

The unit is designed with rapid pull-down capability, meaning it works to recover its internal temperature relatively quickly after the door has been opened and closed. In a high-volume bar environment where the door is accessed repeatedly throughout an evening, this matters more than the stable holding temperature quoted in a laboratory test. That said, if your service volumes are exceptionally high or you're operating in a warm ambient environment, it's worth discussing whether a higher-capacity or better-insulated unit would be a more practical choice.

IMC Mistral TC60 272 Bottle Upright Bottle Cooler

Name: IMC Mistral TC60 272 Bottle Upright Bottle Cooler
Brand: Imc
SKU: F77/510/B
Price: 2041.20 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product No: F77/510/B

IMC Mistral TC60 272 Bottle Upright Bottle product image

Imc Mistral TC60 Bottle Cooler, Bottle Fridges, Advantage Catering Equipment

Product Description

The IMC Mistral TC60 is a full-height upright bottle cooler designed for back bar and front bar use in licensed premises and hospitality venues. It holds up to 272 x...

Specifications

Capacity (bottles): 272
Capacity (litres): 305
Capacity (shelves): 5
External depth (mm): 500

Downloads

TC60-User-Manual

Product Description

The IMC Mistral TC60 is a full-height upright bottle cooler designed for back bar and front bar use in licensed premises and hospitality venues. It holds up to 272 x 330ml bottles in a single-door cabinet and is available in black, silver or stainless steel finishes to suit different bar aesthetics. Solid door variants are also available for operators who prefer a cleaner visual or need additional insulation performance.

In a busy bar environment, a bottle cooler takes a great deal of punishment — doors opening repeatedly during peak service, stock levels dropping and being replenished constantly. The Mistral TC60 is built for that reality. Its rapid pull-down capability helps restore temperature quickly after the door has been opened, which matters during a Saturday night service when access is frequent. Steel construction throughout contributes to durability in environments where equipment is handled without care.

From an operational standpoint, the adjustable shelving is a practical detail. It allows operators to configure the interior around their actual bottle mix — whether that's predominantly 330ml cans, larger 500ml bottles, or a combination — rather than being forced into a fixed layout that wastes space or limits visibility.

High-visibility display keeps high-margin drinks in plain sight at the point of sale
Lockable door as standard — useful in venues where stock security matters
Available in three finishes to integrate with different bar designs
Adjustable shelving supports flexible stock configuration
Rapid temperature recovery after door opening during busy service

Installation is straightforward for a unit of this type. It requires a standard single-phase electrical supply and adequate ventilation clearance around the cabinet — particularly at the rear and top — to allow the refrigeration system to dissipate heat efficiently. Placing the unit in a confined space without proper airflow will affect cooling performance and can shorten the lifespan of the compressor. Consider ambient kitchen or bar temperature too; units positioned near heat sources will work harder to maintain temperature.

The TC60 is well suited to pubs, bars, restaurants, and clubs that need reliable high-capacity bottle storage without taking up excessive floor space. It works equally well front-of-house as a customer-facing display unit or back-of-house as a replenishment fridge. For smaller venues or lower-volume outlets, a more compact unit may be a better fit; equally, high-volume sites with significant throughput might benefit from considering a multi-door configuration.

If you're unsure whether the TC60 is the right size for your service volumes, or you'd like guidance on positioning and ventilation before ordering, the team is happy to talk it through.

Key Features

Single-door upright cabinet storing up to 272 x 330ml bottles
Rapid temperature pull-down after door opening during busy service
Adjustable shelving configurable around different bottle and can sizes
Lockable hinged door as standard across all finish variants
Available in black, silver or stainless steel with solid door option

Operational Benefits

Keeps high-margin bottled drinks visible and chilled at point of sale
Maintains stable serving temperature through repeated door openings
Flexible interior layout reduces wasted space and improves stock rotation
Lockable door supports stock security in high-footfall licensed venues
Choice of finishes allows the unit to integrate with existing bar aesthetics

Specifications

Capacity (bottles): 272
Capacity (litres): 305
Capacity (shelves): 5
External depth (mm): 500
External height (mm): 1800
External width (mm): 600
Internal depth (mm): 390
Internal height (mm): 1475
Internal width (mm): 525
Power rating (kw): 1.7
Power type: 13amp Plug
Refrigerant: R134a
Temperature range (deg c): +2 to +6
Weight (kg): 94

Downloads

TC60-User-Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

: Yes — the glazed door option is well suited to front bar use where visibility of chilled products at the point of sale is commercially important. The solid door variant is more commonly used in back bar or storage roles where display is less of a priority.
: Like most upright refrigeration units, the TC60 needs adequate clearance at the rear and top of the cabinet to allow heat from the refrigeration system to dissipate freely. Installing it in a tight alcove or directly against a wall without clearance can impair cooling performance and add strain to the compressor over time. IMC's installation documentation will specify the minimum clearances required.
: The unit is designed with rapid pull-down capability, meaning it works to recover its internal temperature relatively quickly after the door has been opened and closed. In a high-volume bar environment where the door is accessed repeatedly throughout an evening, this matters more than the stable holding temperature quoted in a laboratory test. That said, if your service volumes are exceptionally high or you're operating in a warm ambient environment, it's worth discussing whether a higher-capacity or better-insulated unit would be a more practical choice.