Lincat Opus OE8206 Electric Steel Plate Griddle
Product Description
The Lincat Opus OE8206 is an electric steel plate griddle designed for continuous use in commercial kitchens. It uses a 16mm steel cooking plate to distribute heat evenly across the...
Specifications
- Cooking surface
- Smooth
- Cooking surface (area)
- 890 x 500
- External depth (mm)
- 800
- External height (mm)
- 430
Product Description
The Lincat Opus OE8206 is an electric steel plate griddle designed for continuous use in commercial kitchens. It uses a 16mm steel cooking plate to distribute heat evenly across the surface, reducing hot spots and helping operators achieve consistent results across a full plate load. Thermostatic controls allow each heating zone to be set independently, which is useful both for cooking different items simultaneously and for managing energy use during quieter periods.
In a busy service environment, even heat distribution across a thick steel plate makes a practical difference. The surface recovers well after cold product is loaded and holds temperature reliably through back-to-back covers. Steel plate suits a broad range of cooking applications — burgers, bacon, eggs, fish fillets, halloumi — and develops a seasoned cooking surface over time that improves performance with regular use.
From an operational standpoint, the Opus OE8206 offers several day-to-day advantages:
- Independent zone control reduces energy consumption during off-peak periods
- Flush radiused sides simplify cleaning and reduce grease traps at the edges
- Thermostatic control maintains consistent cooking temperatures without manual adjustment
- Steel plate surface is straightforward to season and maintain in daily service
- Robust Opus series build quality suited to sustained commercial use
Installation is straightforward for an electric griddle — no gas connection or ventilation extract is required beyond standard kitchen practice, though positioning near an extraction canopy is advisable to manage cooking vapours. Ensure the electrical supply meets the unit's requirements before installation, and confirm bench space and load-bearing capacity with your kitchen fit-out team.
This model is well suited to cafés, pubs, hotel kitchens, and small-to-medium restaurant operations running a regular grill menu. It works best where demand is steady rather than extremely high volume. For kitchens running extended service with very high throughput on griddled items, a wider or higher-output model may be worth considering.
If you're unsure whether this griddle is the right fit for your service style or kitchen layout, the team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.
Key Features
- 16mm steel plate delivers even heat distribution across the full cooking surface
- Independently controlled heating zones for flexible multi-product cooking
- Thermostatic control maintains precise and consistent cooking temperatures
- Flush radiused sides reduce grease build-up and simplify daily cleaning
- Electric operation with no gas connection required for straightforward installation
Operational Benefits
- Consistent plate temperatures support reliable results through back-to-back covers
- Zone independence allows energy saving when running at reduced capacity
- Seasoned steel surface improves cooking performance with regular daily use
- Easy-clean edge design reduces kitchen cleaning time at the end of service
- Suits a broad grill menu from burgers to fish without surface changes
Specifications
- Cooking surface
- Smooth
- Cooking surface (area)
- 890 x 500
- External depth (mm)
- 800
- External height (mm)
- 430
- External width (mm)
- 900
- Power rating (kw)
- 12
- Power type
- Electric 3 Phase
- Temperature range (deg c)
- 90-300
- Weight (kg)
- 96
Frequently Asked Questions
- The OE8206 handles steady, continuous service well and is commonly used in cafés and pub kitchens running regular breakfast or brunch menus. For very high-volume sites where the griddle is under constant heavy load throughout a long service period, it would be worth discussing whether a wider or higher-output model might suit your throughput better.
- As an electric unit, it requires a suitable electrical supply at the correct voltage and amperage — confirm these requirements with a qualified electrician before installation. No gas line is needed, which simplifies fitting. Positioning under or near an extraction canopy is strongly advisable to manage cooking vapours effectively.
- Steel plate develops a seasoned cooking surface over time, which many operators prefer for items like burgers and bacon as it adds a degree of flavour and improves release with use. Chrome plate offers a smoother, more reflective surface that is easier to keep visually clean and is often preferred for delicate items such as fish or eggs. The right choice depends on your menu — if you're unsure which suits your kitchen better, it's worth a conversation before ordering.