Lincat Silverlink 600 DF66 Counter Top Electric Twin Tank Fryer

The Lincat DF66 is a counter top electric fryer with two independent tanks, sitting within Lincat's long-established Silverlink 600 range. It is designed for commercial kitchens that need consistent frying output across a full service without the footprint of a floor-standing unit. The twin-tank configuration is a straightforward solution to one of the most common practical problems in a working kitchen — the need to fry different products at the same time without flavour transfer between them.

In service, the DF66 holds its temperature reliably through sustained demand, which is what matters most in a busy café or pub kitchen where the fryer is running throughout a lunch or evening shift. The hinging element design lifts clear of the tank for cleaning, which makes end-of-service turnaround noticeably quicker than fixed-element alternatives. The tanks are fully welded to the hob body in grade 304 stainless steel, reducing the grease traps that cause hygiene problems and slow down daily cleaning routines.

From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are:

• Twin independent tanks allow different products to be fried simultaneously without cross-contamination
• Front-mounted controls keep adjustments accessible during service without reaching across hot oil
• Hinging element with safety cut-out makes thorough cleaning between services straightforward
• Fully welded seamless tank construction minimises grease accumulation points
• Supplied as standard with double nickel-plated baskets, batter plates, and stainless steel lids

As a counter top unit, the DF66 requires a stable, heat-resistant surface with adequate clearance for ventilation. It connects to a commercial electrical supply, and confirming your existing circuit capacity with a qualified electrician before installation is advisable. A commercial canopy or extraction system is required in most professional kitchen settings — this unit is not compatible with domestic-style extraction. It is well suited to kitchens where floor space is at a premium and a full range fryer would be disproportionate to the volume of covers being served.

The DF66 is a practical choice for small to medium-volume operations: café kitchens, pub food sites, small hotel restaurants, and similar venues where frying features regularly on the menu but is not the dominant demand on the kitchen. For sites running continuous high-volume frying across long service periods, it is worth considering whether a higher-capacity floor-standing unit would offer better operational headroom.

If you are unsure whether the DF66 is the right match for your kitchen's layout and service volumes, our team is happy to talk it through with you.