Sterling Pro SPU201 240L 2-Door Undercounter Fridge
Product Description
The Sterling Pro SPU201 is a two-door refrigerated undercounter unit designed to sit beneath a preparation surface and keep chilled product within arm's reach during service. With 240 litres of...
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 198
- Climate class
- 4
- Energy rating
- C
- External depth (mm)
- 700
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Product Description
The Sterling Pro SPU201 is a two-door refrigerated undercounter unit designed to sit beneath a preparation surface and keep chilled product within arm's reach during service. With 240 litres of storage across two compartments, it occupies the space below the worktop rather than competing for floor area or wall space, which makes it a practical consideration wherever bench real estate is tight.
In a working kitchen, undercounter refrigeration earns its place through reliability and proximity. The SPU201 holds dairy, prepared garnishes, portioned product, and mise en place at a stable chill temperature throughout service, reducing unnecessary journeys to a remote upright or walk-in. Consistent temperature maintenance during busy periods matters — product quality and food safety both depend on it — and this unit is built to that standard. Stainless steel construction throughout supports the regular cleaning routines that commercial food hygiene requires and stands up to the daily contact of a working kitchen environment.
From an operational standpoint, the principal advantages are:
- Chilled storage positioned directly at the prep or service station
- Two-door configuration allows separation of product types or sections
- Undercounter format uses otherwise redundant space beneath the worktop
- Stainless steel interior and exterior simplifies daily hygiene routines
- Compact footprint suits smaller kitchens where every metre counts
Installation is straightforward — the SPU201 is a self-contained unit requiring a standard mains electrical connection. As with any undercounter equipment, it is worth confirming that adequate ventilation clearance can be maintained at the intended location, particularly if the unit will be recessed within a run of cabinetry. Equally, check that the counter height above allows comfortable working clearance for your team.
This unit is well suited to cafés, sandwich bars, small restaurant kitchens, grab-and-go counters, and similar operations where a compact, dependable chilled storage point is needed close to where food is being prepared. For higher-volume sites or kitchens needing significantly greater chilled capacity across multiple sections, a larger-format model in a similar style would be worth considering.
If you would like to talk through whether this unit fits your layout and service requirements before placing an order, the team is happy to help.
Key Features
- Two-door undercounter design with 240 litres of chilled storage capacity
- Self-contained refrigeration unit requiring standard mains electrical connection
- Stainless steel interior and exterior construction throughout
- Compact undermount format designed to fit beneath a standard prep counter
- Temperature range suitable for dairy and chilled prepared ingredients
Operational Benefits
- Keeps chilled product accessible at the prep station throughout service
- Two-door layout allows practical separation of different product types
- Reduces unnecessary trips to remote refrigeration during busy periods
- Stainless steel finish supports straightforward cleaning to hygiene standards
- Makes use of under-counter space without adding to the kitchen footprint
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 198
- Climate class
- 4
- Energy rating
- C
- External depth (mm)
- 700
- External height (mm)
- 850
- External width (mm)
- 900
- Gtin
- 5.06E+12
- Insulation
- 35mm
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Max ambient temp deg c
- 30
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Temperature range (deg c)
- +2 to +8
- Weight (kg)
- 76
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The SPU201 is designed for smaller to medium catering operations — cafés, sandwich bars, and compact restaurant kitchens — where a reliable chilled storage point is needed close to the prep area. For sites running continuous high-volume service across multiple sections, a larger-capacity undercounter or upright unit would typically offer more practical headroom.
- The main consideration is ventilation clearance. Undercounter refrigeration units require adequate airflow around the condenser to operate efficiently and avoid premature wear — fitting the unit flush within enclosed cabinetry without accounting for this can cause issues over time. Always check the manufacturer's clearance requirements before finalising your layout, and confirm the unit can be accessed for routine servicing.
- The two-door configuration does allow you to separate different product types within the same unit, which helps with basic organisation and reduces cross-contamination risk. That said, your food safety management system should govern how chilled storage is allocated — if your operation requires strict physical separation of raw and ready-to-eat product, a dedicated unit for each category is generally the more appropriate approach.