Sterling Pro SP3HC-STS Triple Door Bottle Cooler 338 Ltr
Product Description
The Sterling Pro SP3HC-STS is a three-door back bar bottle cooler designed for front-of-house refrigerated storage in pubs, bars, restaurants and cafés. It sits under the bar counter and provides...
Specifications
- Climate class
- 4
- Energy rating
- D
- External depth (mm)
- 500
- External height (mm)
- 900
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Product Description
The Sterling Pro SP3HC-STS is a three-door back bar bottle cooler designed for front-of-house refrigerated storage in pubs, bars, restaurants and cafés. It sits under the bar counter and provides chilled bottle storage accessible during service, keeping product at consistent serving temperatures throughout the shift.
In a busy bar environment, a unit like this earns its keep during peak service. The static cooling system assisted by a fan helps maintain stable temperatures even as the doors are opened repeatedly during a busy session. The aluminium interior supports even temperature distribution, and the LED internal lighting makes stock visible at a glance without adding significant heat to the cabinet. Three separate hinged glass doors allow staff to access individual sections without exposing the entire cabinet to ambient temperature.
From a practical operational standpoint, this unit offers several advantages for bar and hospitality settings:
- Fitted door locks help manage stock security in open-plan or staffed service environments
- Adjustable shelving allows the cabinet to be configured for different bottle formats and product mixes
- R600a hydrocarbon refrigerant has a lower environmental impact than older refrigerant types
- Timed automatic defrost reduces maintenance demands during operation
- Electronic controller allows straightforward temperature management without specialist knowledge
Installation is straightforward for a standard under-counter position. The unit requires a nearby mains electrical connection and adequate clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation — restricting airflow will affect cooling performance and long-term reliability. It is worth confirming floor load capacity and checking the unit will clear any bar counter overhang before ordering. This is not a sealed display cooler; the hinged glass doors are designed for staff access rather than customer-facing display.
This model is well suited to mid-volume bars, pub back bars, and restaurant service stations where consistent chilled bottle stock is needed through service. For very high-volume venues running extended service periods with heavy door traffic, it is worth considering a heavier-duty unit with greater capacity. Equally, for smaller outlets with limited back bar space, a single or twin-door alternative may be a more practical fit.
If you are unsure whether this unit suits your service volume or available space, our team is happy to talk through the options with you before you commit.
Key Features
- Three hinged glass doors allow individual section access during service
- Static cooling with fan assistance for consistent cabinet temperature
- R600a hydrocarbon refrigerant for reduced environmental impact
- Internal LED lighting improves stock visibility without excess heat
- Fitted door locks provide basic stock security at the point of service
Operational Benefits
- Keeps bottles at consistent serving temperatures throughout a busy shift
- Adjustable shelving adapts to different bottle sizes and product ranges
- Timed automatic defrost reduces daily maintenance demands on bar staff
- Electronic controller makes temperature management straightforward for operators
- Three-section door layout limits temperature loss during repeated access
Specifications
- Climate class
- 4
- Energy rating
- D
- External depth (mm)
- 500
- External height (mm)
- 900
- External width (mm)
- 1335
- Gtin
- 5.06E+12
- Insulation
- 50mm
- Max ambient temp deg c
- 32
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Temperature range (deg c)
- +2 to +10
- Weight (kg)
- 74
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The unit is rated for 274 standard 330ml bottles across its 338-litre capacity, though in practice the mix of bottle sizes, cans, and product types you stock will affect usable capacity. Bars carrying a range of formats — 330ml, 500ml, and larger bottles — typically find real-world capacity somewhat lower than the rated figure, so it is worth mapping your product mix against the shelf layout before ordering.
- Like most refrigeration units of this type, the SP3HC-STS requires adequate clearance at the rear and sides to allow the condenser to dissipate heat effectively. Fitting the unit into a tight or enclosed recess without proper airflow will cause the compressor to work harder, reducing efficiency and potentially shortening the unit's working life. We recommend confirming ventilation requirements with our team before installation, particularly in built-in bar counter applications.
- The SP3HC-STS is designed primarily as a staff-access back bar unit rather than a customer-facing display. The hinged glass doors provide good internal visibility for bar staff, but the unit is not configured as a merchandiser or open-front display cooler. If customer-facing visibility is a priority for your layout, it is worth discussing whether a dedicated display refrigeration unit would be a better fit.