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Tefcold BA21S Double Sliding Door Back Bar Bottle Cooler - Advantage Catering Equipment

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Tefcold BA21S Double Sliding Door Back Bar Bottle Cooler

SKU: BA21S
Barcode: 5708181739843

£614.00(£736.80 inc VAT)
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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 2
  • In the event of equipment failure an engineer will be sent for an onsite repair 1
  • Equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug but may be more suitably connected to a fused spur

The Tefcold BA21S is an under-counter back bar bottle cooler designed to sit directly behind the service counter, keeping bottled drinks, canned products, and soft drinks at consistent serve-ready temperatures throughout a shift. It is a practical, well-regarded unit from Tefcold's back bar range, built for front-of-house use in pubs, bars, restaurants, and similar licensed hospitality environments.

In a working bar, the cooling system needs to recover quickly after repeated door openings during a busy service period. The BA21S uses a ventilated cooling arrangement that maintains reasonably uniform temperatures across the cabinet even under frequent access. The double-glazed tempered glass sliding doors are a considered choice for tighter counter runs — they remove the swing clearance that hinged doors require, which makes a practical difference where space behind the bar is constrained.

From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the unit offers several advantages worth noting:

  • Sliding doors remove arc clearance requirements, useful in confined back bar layouts
  • Self-closing doors help maintain cabinet temperature between service periods
  • LED interior lighting improves product visibility and supports stock rotation
  • Adjustable shelving accommodates varying bottle heights and can configurations
  • Energy Class A rating contributes to lower running costs over time

The BA21S is a free-standing under-counter unit and requires a standard UK mains supply. Adequate ventilation clearance around the cabinet is important — positioning it in a fully enclosed space without airflow will compromise cooling performance and may affect the unit's longevity. The black finish makes it well suited to open back bar environments where the unit is visible to customers.

This cooler is a sensible choice for single-outlet bars, hotel bars, and casual dining venues with moderate bottle throughput. For higher-volume operations — large-format venues or sites with very high stock turnover — a larger or multi-door model may be worth considering to reduce restocking frequency during service. For smaller operations with limited counter space, a single-door model in the same range may be sufficient.

If you'd like to talk through whether this unit suits your counter layout or typical service pattern, the team is happy to help before you place an order.

Frequently asked questions

Is the BA21S suitable for a high-volume bar with continuous service?

The BA21S is well suited to moderate-throughput environments such as single-outlet bars, hotel bars, and casual dining venues. In very high-volume sites — large-format venues or operations with rapid, continuous stock turnover — a larger or higher-capacity model may serve better, as the restocking frequency on a unit of this size can become a limiting factor during peak periods.

Does the sliding door design require any special installation considerations?

The sliding doors themselves require no additional clearance beyond the unit footprint, which is one of the practical advantages in a tight counter run. The main installation requirement to be aware of is ventilation — the unit needs adequate airflow around the cabinet, so it should not be installed in a fully enclosed void without provision for heat dissipation.

Can the shelving be adjusted to fit different bottle sizes?

Yes, the shelving is adjustable, which allows the interior to be configured around varying bottle heights, standard cans, and mixed stock. This is useful when the product mix changes across seasons or when running a combination of bottled and canned products alongside one another.
Tefcold BA21S Double Sliding Door Back Bar Bottle Cooler

£614.00(£736.80 inc VAT)

£614.00(£736.80 inc VAT)

The Tefcold BA21S is an under-counter back bar bottle cooler designed to sit directly behind the service counter, keeping bottled drinks, canned products, and soft drinks at consistent serve-ready temperatures throughout a shift. It is a practical, well-regarded unit from Tefcold's back bar range, built for front-of-house use in pubs, bars, restaurants, and similar licensed hospitality environments.

In a working bar, the cooling system needs to recover quickly after repeated door openings during a busy service period. The BA21S uses a ventilated cooling arrangement that maintains reasonably uniform temperatures across the cabinet even under frequent access. The double-glazed tempered glass sliding doors are a considered choice for tighter counter runs — they remove the swing clearance that hinged doors require, which makes a practical difference where space behind the bar is constrained.

From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the unit offers several advantages worth noting:

  • Sliding doors remove arc clearance requirements, useful in confined back bar layouts
  • Self-closing doors help maintain cabinet temperature between service periods
  • LED interior lighting improves product visibility and supports stock rotation
  • Adjustable shelving accommodates varying bottle heights and can configurations
  • Energy Class A rating contributes to lower running costs over time

The BA21S is a free-standing under-counter unit and requires a standard UK mains supply. Adequate ventilation clearance around the cabinet is important — positioning it in a fully enclosed space without airflow will compromise cooling performance and may affect the unit's longevity. The black finish makes it well suited to open back bar environments where the unit is visible to customers.

This cooler is a sensible choice for single-outlet bars, hotel bars, and casual dining venues with moderate bottle throughput. For higher-volume operations — large-format venues or sites with very high stock turnover — a larger or multi-door model may be worth considering to reduce restocking frequency during service. For smaller operations with limited counter space, a single-door model in the same range may be sufficient.

If you'd like to talk through whether this unit suits your counter layout or typical service pattern, the team is happy to help before you place an order.