Roller Grill 400 CFE Electric Crêpe Machine
Product Description
The Roller Grill 400 CFE is a single-plate electric crêpe machine intended for professional food service use. It uses a cast iron cooking plate heated by spiral elements beneath the...
Specifications
- Cooking surface (area)
- 400mm
- External depth (mm)
- 180
- External height (mm)
- 160
- External width (mm)
- 180
Product Description
The Roller Grill 400 CFE is a single-plate electric crêpe machine intended for professional food service use. It uses a cast iron cooking plate heated by spiral elements beneath the surface, delivering even heat distribution across the plate and helping operators produce consistently finished crêpes without hot spots or uneven colour throughout service.
Cast iron retains heat well, which matters when batter is applied repeatedly during a busy service period. The plate recovers quickly between crêpes, helping to maintain a consistent cook without the operator needing to constantly adjust settings or pause for temperature to rebuild. This makes it a practical choice for operators producing crêpes to order throughout the day, whether at a fixed counter position or as part of a live or front-of-house cooking setup.
From an operational standpoint, the 400 CFE offers several practical advantages:
- Even plate temperature reduces the need for constant adjustment during service
- Cast iron construction is robust and durable under daily commercial use
- Compact footprint suits counter-top deployment where space is limited
- Simple controls keep training requirements low for new staff
- Electric operation removes the need for a gas supply or specialist gas fitting
Being electrically powered, the machine requires only a suitable mains connection and a stable, level work surface. There are no gas fittings involved, and no extraction requirements specific to the appliance itself, though standard kitchen ventilation practice should always be observed. Its counter-top format makes it well suited to open kitchen and front-of-house positions where customers can see it in operation.
This model is well suited to cafés, crêperies, hotel breakfast operations, and market or event catering where crêpes are a regular or specialist part of the menu. For very high-volume continuous production, a twin-plate or heavier-duty setup may be worth considering to maintain throughput without placing excessive demand on a single plate.
If you would like to talk through whether this model suits your service volumes or counter arrangement, the team is happy to help you work it out before you order.
Key Features
- Specially treated cast iron plate for consistent, even heat distribution
- Spiral underplate heating elements for stable cooking surface temperature
- Electric operation requiring only a standard mains connection
- Compact counter-top format suited to front-of-house deployment
- Simple temperature controls for straightforward daily operation
Operational Benefits
- Consistent crêpe colour and finish without hot spots during service
- Good heat retention reduces recovery time between successive crêpes
- No gas supply needed, simplifying installation in most counter settings
- Small footprint allows use in tight counter spaces or live cooking setups
- Easy controls reduce training time when onboarding new kitchen staff
Specifications
- Cooking surface (area)
- 400mm
- External depth (mm)
- 180
- External height (mm)
- 160
- External width (mm)
- 180
- Power rating (kw)
- 3
- Power type
- Electric 1 Phase
- Temperature range (deg c)
- 50-320
- Weight (kg)
- 14
Frequently Asked Questions
- Output depends on crêpe size, batter preparation, and operator pace, but the cast iron plate's heat retention means it handles consistent back-to-back production well without long pauses for temperature recovery. For high-volume continuous service — such as a dedicated crêpe station turning out large numbers without break — a twin-plate setup would be worth discussing to avoid overworking a single plate.
- The machine is electrically powered and sits on a counter, so installation is straightforward — you need a stable, level work surface and a suitable mains supply. There are no gas connections or appliance-specific extraction requirements, though good general kitchen ventilation practice should always be maintained.
- It is commonly used in market stalls and event catering setups where a mains electrical supply is available. The compact footprint and simple operation make it practical in those environments, though you should ensure the power source is stable and properly rated, and that the unit is positioned on a firm, level surface away from adverse weather.