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Clifton
Clifton FL428D 28 Litre Stirred Digital Sous Vide Bath
£1,274.00(£1,528.80 inc VAT)
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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.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know whether a 28-litre bath is the right capacity for my operation?
Capacity needs depend on how many pouches you are running simultaneously and whether you use the bath for batch prep, à la carte service, or both. A 28-litre bath suits kitchens running a regular sous vide programme across a solid number of covers, but if you are planning extensive overnight batching or running multiple proteins at different temperatures, it is worth discussing whether a larger unit would give you more practical headroom.
Is a stirred bath meaningfully better than a static one for professional kitchen use?
For most commercial applications, yes. A stirred bath circulates water continuously, which means temperature is consistent throughout the tank rather than relying on passive convection. This matters most when the bath is heavily loaded and when timing precision is important — both common conditions in a professional kitchen environment.
What do I need in place before installing the FL428D?
The unit runs from a standard electrical supply and requires no plumbed water connection or gas. You need a stable countertop with enough clearance around the unit for safe operation, and ideally a nearby drain for emptying via the fitted tap. Because a fully loaded 28-litre bath is a significant dead weight, it is worth finalising its position before you start using it regularly.
- Capacity (litres)
- 28
- External depth
- 332 mm
- External height
- 487 mm
- External width
- 560 mm
- Internal depth
- 300 mm
- Internal height
- 200 mm
- Internal width
- 365 mm
- Power rating
- 1.2 kW
- Temperature range
- 5 - 95 °C
£1,274.00(£1,528.80 inc VAT)
£1,274.00(£1,528.80 inc VAT)
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.
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