Lincat LBR2 Boiling Top | Electric Two-Plate Hob

The Lincat LBR2 is a two-plate electric boiling top designed for commercial kitchen use. It operates on a low-profile format with variable heat control on each plate, giving the operator direct adjustment of cooking temperature across both zones independently. The sealed hotplate construction keeps food debris from working its way beneath the surface, which is a practical consideration in any busy kitchen environment.

In day-to-day service, a unit of this type is well suited to maintaining sauces, stocks, or boiling accompaniments alongside a primary cooking range. It handles the steady, consistent heat output that countertop sauce work demands, and the variable control allows operators to drop to a holding heat without switching between units. It is not designed for the sustained heavy throughput of a full-range boiling top, but within its capacity it performs reliably during normal service periods.

The practical advantages of this format include:

• Sealed hotplates that are straightforward to wipe down between and after service
• Independent heat control on each plate for flexible use across different tasks
• Compact footprint that fits onto a standard countertop without significant space commitment
• Low-profile design that works well where overhead clearance or worktop depth is limited

Installation requires a suitable electrical supply — confirm your available supply matches the unit's requirements before ordering. The unit sits on a countertop and does not require extraction in the same way gas equipment does, though good general ventilation in the kitchen is always advisable. It is a straightforward installation in most cases, but kitchens with older or limited electrical infrastructure should have their supply assessed first.

The LBR2 is best suited to smaller operations — cafés, small restaurants, pub kitchens, or as supplementary output in a larger kitchen where additional hob space is needed without committing to a full range section. For higher-volume sites where sustained heavy use across multiple pans is a daily requirement, a heavier-duty boiling top or range section is likely to be a better fit.

If you are weighing up whether this unit matches your service requirements or want to talk through how it would fit alongside your existing equipment, the team is happy to help.