Ice-O-Matic UCG065A Gourmet Bell Ice Machine (28kg/24hr)
Product Description
The Ice-O-Matic UCG065A is a self-contained under-counter ice machine that produces gourmet bell-shaped ice — sometimes referred to as bullet ice — at up to 28kg per 24 hours. An...
Specifications
- Capacity (kg)
- 8
- Country of origin
- US
- External depth (mm)
- 510
- External height (mm)
- 641
Product Description
The Ice-O-Matic UCG065A is a self-contained under-counter ice machine that produces gourmet bell-shaped ice — sometimes referred to as bullet ice — at up to 28kg per 24 hours. An 8kg storage bin is built into the unit, providing a working reserve of ice without requiring a separate bin or additional floor space. Everything needed for operation is contained within the one cabinet, making it a practical choice where space and simplicity both matter.
Gourmet bell ice is clear, dense, and slow-melting, which makes it well regarded in bar and café settings where drink presentation and dilution control are part of the service. A 28kg daily output is best understood as a low-to-moderate capacity — enough for a small bar running consistent evening trade, a café with steady iced-drink demand, or a hotel room service operation. It will work hard under sustained peak demand, and like all ice machines, output will reduce in warmer ambient conditions or where the incoming water temperature is higher than normal. Setting realistic expectations around capacity at this level is important before committing to the unit.
The operational advantages of this machine in a front-of-house bar or café setting include:
- Clear, slow-melting ice that dilutes drinks less quickly than crushed or flaked alternatives
- Compact under-counter footprint keeps ice accessible at the point of service
- Adjustable ice thickness allows some control over density and melt rate
- Stainless steel and corrosion-resistant construction suited to damp bar environments
- Self-contained refrigeration with no remote condenser required
Installation requires a cold mains water feed, a drain connection, and an appropriate electrical supply. As a self-contained machine, the condenser draws air from the surrounding space, so adequate ventilation around the unit is essential — restricted airflow reduces efficiency and can affect component longevity over time. Confirm that your under-counter space allows for the recommended clearances on all sides. The unit is not suitable for outdoor installation or enclosed, unventilated cabinetry.
This machine is well suited to small bars, café counters, hotel serveries, and light restaurant service where ice quality matters and daily volume demands are modest. Operators running higher-volume venues, or sites where ice is needed simultaneously for both drinks service and food preparation, are likely to find a higher-output model a better match for their needs.
If you would like to talk through whether this capacity suits your service pattern, or have questions about fitting it into your particular setup, the team is glad to help you work it out before you order.
Key Features
- Produces clear gourmet bell ice at up to 28kg per 24 hours
- Built-in 8kg storage bin included within the under-counter cabinet
- Self-contained refrigeration system requires no remote condenser unit
- Front-panel adjustable ice thickness for control over density and melt rate
- Stainless steel and corrosion-resistant construction for damp bar environments
Operational Benefits
- Clear, slow-melting ice reduces drink dilution and improves presentation quality
- Compact all-in-one design keeps ice accessible directly at the point of service
- No remote condenser simplifies installation and reduces commissioning complexity
- Consistent ice supply supports steady low-to-moderate volume drinks service reliably
- Durable construction holds up in demanding bar and hospitality environments long-term
Specifications
- Capacity (kg)
- 8
- Country of origin
- US
- External depth (mm)
- 510
- External height (mm)
- 641
- External width (mm)
- 387
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Max ambient temp deg c
- 43
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Refrigerant
- R134a
- Water consumption per cycle
- 4 ltr/hr
- Weight (kg)
- 37
Frequently Asked Questions
- It depends on your service pattern and drink mix. A small bar running consistent evening trade or a café with steady iced-drink demand through the day will generally find this output workable, but a high-volume cocktail bar or a venue serving ice across both front- and back-of-house will likely find the capacity limiting. If you are in any doubt about your daily ice requirement, it is worth speaking to us before buying — undersizing an ice machine is one of the more common and costly mistakes in bar fit-outs.
- The UCG065A requires a cold mains water feed, a gravity or pumped drain connection, and an appropriate electrical supply. As a self-contained unit, it relies on the surrounding air for condenser cooling, so clear ventilation space around the cabinet is important — fitting it into a fully enclosed void or poorly ventilated under-counter space will reduce output and put additional strain on the refrigeration components over time.
- Bell ice is clear and dense, which means it melts more slowly than crushed ice and dilutes drinks less quickly — a practical advantage in cocktail and premium soft drink service where flavour balance matters. It also presents well in glassware, which is a consideration for front-of-house operations where the look of a drink is part of the customer experience. If your primary use is food chilling or rapid cooling rather than drinks service, a different ice type may be more suitable.