Clifton FL428D 28 Litre Stirred Digital Sous Vide Bath

The Clifton FL428D is a 28-litre stirred digital water bath designed for sous vide cooking in professional kitchen environments. Where a static bath relies on passive heat distribution, this unit uses a propeller-driven stirrer to circulate water continuously around the tank, maintaining a consistent temperature throughout the full volume. The head unit rotates a full 360 degrees so the digital display can be read from any angle — a practical consideration in kitchens where bench space and sightlines are rarely ideal.

The stirred design makes a meaningful difference once the bath is loaded with pouches. Circulating water recovers temperature more reliably after product is added and holds it evenly across the tank, which matters when timing is tight and quality needs to be consistent across a full service. The high-precision controller displays temperature to the nearest 0.1°C, and the unit retains the last time and temperature settings in memory, reducing set-up time during a busy prep period.

From a practical standpoint, several features carry operational value:

• Bi-fold lid stays attached to the unit, removing the need to find somewhere to put it during service
• Integral timer runs up to 99 hours, with both audio and visual alerts on completion
• Low-water notification and run-dry protection help prevent accidental damage during long unattended cooks
• Drain tap fitted as standard for straightforward emptying and cleaning

Installation is straightforward. This is a countertop unit requiring a stable surface capable of bearing the weight of a fully loaded 28-litre bath. Standard electrical connection is all that is needed — no gas, water supply, or specialist ventilation is required, though working near a drain is sensible given the fitted tap. Positioning is worth thinking through before first use, as a full bath is a substantial item to move.

The FL428D suits kitchens running a regular sous vide programme across a meaningful number of covers — restaurants, hotel kitchens, and contract catering operations where temperature accuracy and consistency are central to the menu. It sits at a mid-to-upper capacity within Clifton's range; operations with lighter or more occasional requirements may find a smaller unit sufficient, while very high-volume sites running extensive batch or overnight programmes may benefit from a larger model.

If you are weighing up static versus stirred bath options, working out the right capacity for your operation, or want to talk through how sous vide fits into your prep workflow, the team is glad to have that conversation before you order.