Lincat Opus OE8405 Electric Chargrill | Three-Zone Commercial Grill

The Lincat Opus OE8405 is a freestanding electric chargrill built for commercial kitchens where chargrilled dishes need to be delivered consistently throughout a full service. Using segmented cast iron grids and high-power heating elements, it produces genuine grill marks and chargrilled flavour through radiant heat and controlled flaring — without requiring a gas supply or gas installation infrastructure.

Three independently controlled heat zones are the defining operational feature. In a busy service, this allows different areas of the grill surface to run at different temperatures at the same time — useful when cooking different proteins simultaneously, managing varying order rates, or holding one zone at a lower temperature for finishing while keeping full heat on the primary cooking area. The elements are designed to recover temperature quickly after each load is placed, which is important when the grill is running continuously rather than in short bursts.

Several features help reduce workload during and after service:

• Segmented, removable cast iron grids make thorough end-of-service cleaning more manageable
• Hinged, interlocked elements allow access to the cooking chamber without full disassembly
• An integral water bath adds humidity during cooking, helping to keep food succulent and limit shrinkage
• The water bath can be fed via a plumbed supply or filled manually, with a front drainage tap for straightforward emptying
• A high-temperature safety cut-out protects the unit if the water bath runs dry

This unit requires an appropriate electrical supply and proper ventilation — a canopy extraction system is standard practice above any commercial chargrill. It is worth confirming your electrical capacity and extraction arrangement before ordering. The plumbed water supply connection is the most convenient option, though manual filling is available where a permanent feed is not practical.

The OE8405 is well suited to restaurants, hotels, and contract catering operations where chargrilled dishes appear regularly on the menu and consistent output through service is a priority. For lighter-use or smaller operations, a lower-capacity chargrill may be a better fit both operationally and in terms of running costs. For sites where the grill would be under near-continuous heavy load throughout the day, it is worth considering whether a heavier-duty model would be more appropriate.

If you would like to talk through whether this unit suits your extraction setup, electrical supply, or service volume before placing an order, the team is glad to help.