Blue Seal Evolution E516S-CB 900mm Electric Cooktop 6 Hob Cabinet Base
Product Description
The Blue Seal Evolution E516S-CB is a 900mm wide electric cooktop unit with six cast iron hotplate zones, mounted on a solid cabinet base. It is designed for professional kitchen...
Specifications
- Country of origin
- New Zealand
- External depth (mm)
- 812
- External height (mm)
- 1085
- External width (mm)
- 900
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E516S Spec SheetProduct Description
The Blue Seal Evolution E516S-CB is a 900mm wide electric cooktop unit with six cast iron hotplate zones, mounted on a solid cabinet base. It is designed for professional kitchen environments where consistent, controllable heat across multiple cooking positions is a daily requirement. The cabinet base provides enclosed under-counter storage and contributes to a clean, self-contained installation without the need for additional support furniture.
Cast iron hotplate elements are a practical choice for high-volume service. They hold heat well, recover reliably between uses, and handle the kind of continuous workload typical in restaurant, pub kitchen, and contract catering environments. Each zone operates independently with a six-position heat control switch, giving chefs straightforward, tactile control during a busy service without complicated settings to navigate. Individual power indicator lights confirm at a glance which zones are active.
From an operational standpoint, the key advantages of this unit are:
- Six independently controlled cooking zones support simultaneous preparation across multiple dishes
- Cast iron elements provide stable, even heat that suits pans of varying weights and bases
- Thermal protection on each element helps guard against overheating and prolongs service life
- Vitreous enamelled control panel and stainless steel exterior are straightforward to wipe down during and after service
- Cabinet base eliminates the need for a separate stand and keeps the footprint tidy
Installation requires a suitable three-phase or single-phase electrical supply depending on site configuration — this should be confirmed with a qualified electrician before purchase. The 900mm width fits a standard section within a commercial cooking suite, but clearances around the unit for ventilation and safe operation should be checked against your kitchen layout. The unit is floor-standing, so level, stable flooring and adequate extraction above are both practical prerequisites.
This cooktop is well suited to kitchens that need dependable electric cooking capacity across a full service — restaurants, cafés, contract kitchens, and similar operations where gas is not available or not preferred. It is a practical mid-range option for moderate to high service volumes. Sites with exceptionally high throughput demands or those running extended continuous services may want to consider heavier-duty alternatives within the range.
If you are unsure whether this unit matches your service volume, power supply, or kitchen layout, our team is happy to work through the details with you before you commit to a purchase.
Key Features
- Six cast iron hotplate elements with independent six-position heat control switches
- Individual power indicator light confirms active status on each cooking zone
- Thermal protection built into each element to guard against overheating
- Vitreous enamelled control panel resists heat and cleans down easily
- Integrated cabinet base provides enclosed under-counter storage space
Operational Benefits
- Run six cooking zones simultaneously to support a full restaurant service
- Cast iron elements hold heat steadily, reducing temperature inconsistency during service
- Independent zone controls let chefs adjust heat without disrupting other cooking positions
- Self-contained cabinet base simplifies installation and keeps the kitchen floor tidy
- Robust stainless steel and enamel construction stands up to daily commercial use
Specifications
- Country of origin
- New Zealand
- External depth (mm)
- 812
- External height (mm)
- 1085
- External width (mm)
- 900
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Power rating (kw)
- 15.6
- Power type
- 3 Phase Hardwired
- Weight (kg)
- 130
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E516S Spec SheetFrequently Asked Questions
- The E516S-CB is well suited to moderate to high service volumes and will handle continuous use across a standard restaurant service. For exceptionally high-throughput kitchens running extended back-to-back covers, it is worth discussing your specific demand profile with us, as a heavier-duty unit may be a better long-term fit.
- This unit draws significant electrical load across its six elements, so it requires a dedicated circuit installed by a qualified commercial electrician. The exact supply configuration — single-phase or three-phase — should be confirmed against your site's available infrastructure before ordering, and we recommend having an electrician assess your supply capacity as part of the planning process.
- Yes, the 900mm footprint is designed to sit within a standard commercial cooking suite, and the cabinet base means it stands independently without additional support. You will need to ensure adequate clearance is maintained on each side and that your canopy extraction system covers the full cooking area — both of which are worth confirming at the planning stage.