True TUC-48-HC Undercounter Refrigerator 340 Ltr
Product Description
The True TUC-48-HC is a two-door undercounter refrigerator from True's established TUC range, designed specifically for commercial foodservice environments. It uses a forced-air refrigeration system running on R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant...
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 265
- Climate class
- 5
- Country of origin
- US
- Energy rating
- A
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TUC-48-HC-SpecProduct Description
The True TUC-48-HC is a two-door undercounter refrigerator from True's established TUC range, designed specifically for commercial foodservice environments. It uses a forced-air refrigeration system running on R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant to maintain consistent, food-safe holding temperatures throughout the cabinet. The undercounter format is intended for installation beneath prep counters, service lines, or back-bar configurations where making use of the space below the worktop matters.
True's undercounter units are built with the demands of busy kitchens in mind. The forced-air system circulates cold air evenly through the cabinet, which helps prevent temperature stratification and supports reliable holding even when the doors are opened repeatedly during a busy service. R290 is a low-global-warming-potential refrigerant, and the unit carries an A energy rating — both worth factoring in when considering long-term running costs alongside the initial outlay.
From a practical standpoint, the TUC-48-HC offers several operational advantages:
- Even temperature distribution throughout the cabinet during active service
- Forced-air circulation reduces the risk of warm spots and uneven chilling
- Undercounter format integrates cleanly beneath existing prep or service counter runs
- R290 refrigerant aligns with the environmental direction of commercial refrigeration
- A-rated energy performance helps keep refrigeration running costs in check
Installation is straightforward in most commercial settings. It is worth confirming that adequate ventilation clearance is available around the unit, as undercounter refrigeration relies on proper airflow to maintain performance and avoid compressor strain. A standard electrical connection is required — confirm your supply before installation. If the unit will be positioned near high-output solid fuel or open-flame cooking equipment, ambient temperature should be assessed as part of your planning.
The TUC-48-HC is well suited to cafés, pub kitchens, QSR sites, and similar small to medium operations where undercounter refrigeration needs to be dependable and easy to integrate. It works well as ingredient storage on a prep line or as a dedicated dairy and cold-prep unit. For sites with significantly higher throughput or greater storage demands, a larger reach-in or multi-door configuration may be more appropriate.
If you would like to talk through whether this unit is the right fit for your layout and service volume, the team is happy to help before you make a decision.
Key Features
- Two-door undercounter format with 340-litre storage capacity
- Forced-air refrigeration system for even cabinet temperature distribution
- R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant with low global warming potential
- A energy rating supporting lower long-term refrigeration running costs
- Designed for integration beneath standard commercial prep counter runs
Operational Benefits
- Maintains consistent holding temperatures even during high door-open frequency
- Undercounter format recovers valuable floor space on busy prep lines
- Reduces risk of temperature stratification and uneven ingredient chilling
- A-rated efficiency helps manage energy overheads across extended operating hours
- R290 refrigerant supports compliance with evolving environmental requirements
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 265
- Climate class
- 5
- Country of origin
- US
- Energy rating
- A
- External depth (mm)
- 766
- External height (mm)
- 839
- External width (mm)
- 1229
- Internal height (mm)
- 630
- Material
- External: Stainless steel front & countertop, aluminium sides & rear. Internal: Clear coated aluminium, stainless steel base.
- Max ambient temp deg c
- 40
- Power rating (kw)
- 0.230
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Refrigerant
- R290
- Temperature range (deg c)
- 0.5-3.3
- Weight (kg)
- 107
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TUC-48-HC-SpecFrequently Asked Questions
- The TUC-48-HC is well suited to small to medium operations with steady demand, such as café kitchens, pub prep areas, and QSR sites. For kitchens running very high throughput or requiring significantly greater cold storage volume, a larger reach-in or multi-door refrigeration solution is likely to be a better fit — we are happy to talk through your service profile before you decide.
- Like all undercounter refrigeration, the TUC-48-HC requires adequate airflow clearance around the unit to allow the condenser to operate efficiently and avoid compressor strain. A standard electrical supply is needed, and if the unit is to be positioned near high-output cooking equipment, the ambient temperature of that area should be factored into your installation planning.
- Yes — the TUC-48-HC is commonly used as a dedicated dairy unit or cold-prep refrigerator on prep lines where temperature consistency is important. The forced-air system helps maintain an even chill throughout the cabinet, which is particularly useful where products need to be held reliably at specific temperatures throughout a shift.