Clifton FL428D 28 Litre Stirred Digital Sous Vide Bath

The Clifton FL428D is a 28-litre digital water bath designed for sous vide cooking in professional kitchen environments. Unlike a static bath, which relies on passive heat distribution, this unit uses a propeller-driven stirrer to circulate water continuously around the tank. The head unit rotates a full 360 degrees so the digital display can be positioned to face any direction — a practical detail in kitchens where bench layout and sightlines are rarely straightforward.

The stirred design makes a tangible difference once the bath is loaded with pouches. Circulating water recovers temperature more reliably after product is added and holds it evenly across the full volume. The high-precision controller displays temperature to the nearest 0.1°C, and the unit retains the last time and temperature settings in memory, which reduces set-up time at the start of a busy prep period.

Several features carry real operational value:

• Bi-fold lid stays attached to the unit, so there is no loose cover to find space for during service
• Integral timer runs up to 99 hours, with both audio and visual alerts on completion
• Low-water notification and run-dry protection help prevent accidental damage during long unattended cooks
• Drain tap fitted as standard for straightforward emptying and cleaning

Installation is uncomplicated. This is a countertop unit requiring a stable surface capable of bearing the weight of a fully loaded bath. A standard electrical connection is all that is needed — no gas supply, plumbed water connection, or specialist ventilation is required. Working close to a drain is sensible given the fitted tap, and it is worth thinking through the final position before first use, as a full bath is a substantial item to move.

The FL428D suits kitchens running a consistent sous vide programme across a meaningful number of covers — restaurants, hotel kitchens, and contract catering operations where temperature accuracy and batch consistency are central to the menu. It sits at a mid-to-upper capacity within Clifton's range. Operations with lighter or more occasional requirements may find a smaller unit sufficient, while very high-volume sites running extensive overnight or multi-batch programmes may benefit from moving up to a larger model.

If you are weighing up static versus stirred bath options, working out the right capacity for your volume, or want to talk through how sous vide fits into your prep workflow, the team is happy to help before you commit.