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Lincat D5R/100S Self-Service Refrigerated Merchandiser
£2,273.00(£2,727.60 inc VAT)
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The Lincat D5R/100S is an open-fronted, countertop refrigerated merchandiser designed for self-service environments. It holds chilled grab-and-go products — sandwiches, wraps, salads, cold drinks and similar items — at safe serving temperatures while keeping them directly accessible to customers without staff intervention. The aluminium-framed cabinet carries a metallic silver finish with internal lighting, making it a practical choice for front-of-house counters where product visibility matters.
Blown-air circulation maintains a consistent temperature throughout the cabinet, avoiding the warm spots near the open front that natural convection can leave. A digital control panel allows operators to set a target temperature and will flag any deviation, giving staff early warning if the unit is working harder than expected — a useful feature where food safety records are actively maintained. Hot gas auto-defrost manages frost build-up without manual intervention, keeping the cabinet running cleanly through busy service periods without requiring staff to take it offline.
From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are:
- Open-front design reduces queuing and frees staff for other tasks during service
- Digital temperature monitoring supports food safety compliance and record-keeping
- Internal lighting improves product visibility at the point of customer selection
- Auto-defrost and fan-cooled condenser keep routine maintenance straightforward
- Plug-in electric connection means no specialist installation is required
As a countertop unit, the D5R/100S needs a stable, level surface capable of bearing its weight and adequate clearance around the condenser for ventilation. Positioning is worth thinking through carefully — siting the unit close to cooking equipment or in direct sunlight will reduce refrigeration efficiency and increase running costs over time.
This merchandiser suits cafés, staff restaurants, food-to-go counters and smaller hospitality operations with a steady but moderate throughput of chilled products. Sites with a larger chilled range or significantly higher customer flow may find a floor-standing or multi-shelf model better matched to their volume. Where products should not be customer-handled, a glazed-door display cabinet would be a more appropriate choice.
If you are weighing this unit against your counter layout or expected product range, the team is happy to talk it through before you place an order.
Frequently asked questions
Is this unit suitable for a busy café or food-to-go counter?
The D5R/100S is well suited to cafés, staff restaurants and food-to-go operations with a moderate, steady throughput of chilled grab-and-go products. For sites with a significantly higher customer flow or a larger chilled range, a floor-standing or higher-capacity model is likely to be a better fit — worth discussing with the team if you are unsure.
What are the installation requirements for this merchandiser?
The unit is plug-in electric, so no specialist installation is required beyond a suitable mains connection. It does need a stable, level surface capable of bearing its weight and clear space around the condenser for ventilation. Avoid positioning it adjacent to cooking equipment or in direct sunlight, as either will reduce refrigeration efficiency over time.
How does the open-front design affect temperature consistency?
The blown-air refrigeration system is specifically designed to compensate for the open front by maintaining consistent airflow across the cabinet, reducing the risk of warm spots that open-fronted units can develop near the customer-facing edge. The digital control panel monitors temperature continuously and alerts staff if the unit deviates from its set point, which supports food safety record-keeping.
- Capacity (litres)
- 102
- Capacity (shelves)
- 1
- External depth
- 500 mm
- External height
- 575 mm
- External width
- 1000 mm
- Power rating
- 0.6 kW
- Temperature range
- +3 - +5 °C
- Temperature type
- Chiller
- Weight
- 84 kg
£2,273.00(£2,727.60 inc VAT)
£2,273.00(£2,727.60 inc VAT)
The Lincat D5R/100S is an open-fronted, countertop refrigerated merchandiser designed for self-service environments. It holds chilled grab-and-go products — sandwiches, wraps, salads, cold drinks and similar items — at safe serving temperatures while keeping them directly accessible to customers without staff intervention. The aluminium-framed cabinet carries a metallic silver finish with internal lighting, making it a practical choice for front-of-house counters where product visibility matters.
Blown-air circulation maintains a consistent temperature throughout the cabinet, avoiding the warm spots near the open front that natural convection can leave. A digital control panel allows operators to set a target temperature and will flag any deviation, giving staff early warning if the unit is working harder than expected — a useful feature where food safety records are actively maintained. Hot gas auto-defrost manages frost build-up without manual intervention, keeping the cabinet running cleanly through busy service periods without requiring staff to take it offline.
From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are:
- Open-front design reduces queuing and frees staff for other tasks during service
- Digital temperature monitoring supports food safety compliance and record-keeping
- Internal lighting improves product visibility at the point of customer selection
- Auto-defrost and fan-cooled condenser keep routine maintenance straightforward
- Plug-in electric connection means no specialist installation is required
As a countertop unit, the D5R/100S needs a stable, level surface capable of bearing its weight and adequate clearance around the condenser for ventilation. Positioning is worth thinking through carefully — siting the unit close to cooking equipment or in direct sunlight will reduce refrigeration efficiency and increase running costs over time.
This merchandiser suits cafés, staff restaurants, food-to-go counters and smaller hospitality operations with a steady but moderate throughput of chilled products. Sites with a larger chilled range or significantly higher customer flow may find a floor-standing or multi-shelf model better matched to their volume. Where products should not be customer-handled, a glazed-door display cabinet would be a more appropriate choice.
If you are weighing this unit against your counter layout or expected product range, the team is happy to talk it through before you place an order.
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