Blue Seal G580-12 Gas Tilting Bratt Pan 120 Litre
Product Description
The Blue Seal G580-12 is a 120-litre gas-fired tilting bratt pan built for sustained, high-volume cooking across a wide range of methods. The pan body and lid are fabricated in...
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 120
- External depth (mm)
- 832
- External height (mm)
- 1085
- External width (mm)
- 1200
Product Description
The Blue Seal G580-12 is a 120-litre gas-fired tilting bratt pan built for sustained, high-volume cooking across a wide range of methods. The pan body and lid are fabricated in stainless steel with a seamless, rounded-corner interior, and the tilting mechanism is operated by a hand-wheel with a fold-away handle, giving controlled, precise pouring without the need for mechanical assistance. It is available on natural gas or LPG — the fuel type should be confirmed before ordering.
In a working kitchen, a bratt pan at this capacity earns its place by consolidating several pieces of cooking equipment into one. It handles bulk braising, large-batch shallow frying, poaching, stewing, and can function as a boiling vessel depending on what service demands. The burner output supports reasonable heat recovery after loading, which matters when you are working through large quantities of protein or root vegetables in continuous batches. The operating range spans low, slow sauce work through to higher-temperature searing.
The key operational advantages are:
- Multi-function cooking in a single unit reduces equipment footprint and transition time between cooking stages
- Manual tilt mechanism allows controlled, safe decanting directly into serving vessels or transport containers
- Seamless rounded interior and enamelled control panel simplify daily cleaning routines
- Spring-assisted lid reduces physical effort during extended prep and service periods
- Rear castors allow repositioning on site, though the unit is not intended to be moved routinely once installed
Installation requires a hard gas connection rated for the chosen fuel type and adequate overhead ventilation — a canopy extraction system directly above is standard practice. The unit carries a significant operating weight when filled, so floor loading capacity and delivery access routes are worth assessing in advance. Clearances to adjacent equipment and walls should follow manufacturer guidelines and applicable gas safety regulations.
This bratt pan is well suited to central production kitchens, large contract catering operations, hospital and care home kitchens, and busy restaurant or pub kitchens where batch cooking is a regular part of the workflow. At 120 litres it represents a serious commitment of space and gas supply — kitchens with lower throughput may find a smaller-capacity model more practical, while very high-volume cook-chill facilities may benefit from a larger option within the range.
If you have questions about whether this capacity fits your service volumes, or want to talk through gas supply and installation requirements before committing, the team is glad to help.
Key Features
- 120-litre stainless steel pan body with seamless rounded-corner interior
- Hand-wheel operated manual tilt with fold-away handle for controlled pouring
- Available in natural gas or LPG configuration — specify at point of order
- Spring-assisted lid designed to reduce operator effort during heavy service
- Rear castors allow on-site repositioning prior to final installation
Operational Benefits
- Replaces multiple cooking vessels, reducing equipment footprint across the kitchen
- Controlled tilt mechanism supports safe, precise decanting at high volumes
- Seamless interior surfaces help maintain hygiene standards and cut cleaning time
- Consistent burner output supports reliable heat recovery during sustained batch cooking
- Multi-method capability keeps workflow efficient across braising, frying, and poaching tasks
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 120
- External depth (mm)
- 832
- External height (mm)
- 1085
- External width (mm)
- 1200
- Power rating (kw)
- 25
- Power type
- Natural Gas|LPG
- Temperature range (deg c)
- 50-320
- Weight (kg)
- 205
Frequently Asked Questions
- A 120-litre bratt pan is suited to operations running substantial batch cooking on a regular basis — central production units, contract catering kitchens, and larger healthcare or hospitality sites are typical fits. If your service volumes are more modest, a smaller-capacity model will likely be more practical and cost-effective to run. It is worth talking through your typical batch sizes and service frequency before deciding.
- The unit requires a hard-piped gas connection rated for either natural gas or LPG depending on the configuration ordered — this should be confirmed before purchase. Overhead canopy extraction is standard practice, and the floor must be capable of supporting the filled operating weight. Access routes to the installation point should be checked in advance given the size and weight of the unit.
- Bratt pans are genuinely multi-function — the G580-12 will handle braising, shallow frying, poaching, stewing, and boiling within a single unit. The broad temperature range makes it practical for both low, slow work and higher-heat cooking. That said, operators with very specific high-throughput frying demands may find a dedicated fryer more efficient alongside it for certain tasks.