Carter-Hoffmann (Middleby) M243S-2T Heated Cabinets & Holding Shelves
Carter-Hoffmann (Middleby) M243S-2T Heated Cabinets & Holding Shelves is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Carter-Hoffmann M243S-2T Modular Holding Cabinet
8-Pan | Single-Sided Access | Individually Controlled Top & Bottom HeatKeep your high-volume menu moving without sacrificing quality. The Carter-Hoffmann M243S-2T gives every 1/3-size pan its own heating zone, lid and timer, so fried, grilled or baked items stay fresh, safe and ready to serve for the next rush.
Why you’ll love it
- Eight independent cavities accept standard 12 ¾" × 6 ⅝" 1/3-size pans (2 ½" deep) — ideal for fries, tenders, veggies, breads and more.
- Dual-zone precision — 75 W top and 300 W bottom heaters are set separately for each pan (up to 290 °F / 225 °F).
- USB or manual programming lets you upload/download up to 25 menu presets per cavity in seconds.
- Integrated removable lids minimize moisture loss, prevent flavor transfer and pop off without tools for cleaning or dry holding.
- Quick-read alphanumeric displays show temperature & countdown; audible/visual alarm signals when hold time expires.
- All-stainless construction with no moving parts stands up to daily commercial use and wipes clean fast.
- Plug-and-play 120 V, 10 A operation with a 6 ft NEMA 5-15P cord — preheats to 180 °F in under 10 minutes.
At-a-glance specifications
Model | M243S-2T (single-sided) |
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Pan capacity | 8 × 1/3-size pans (12 ¾" × 6 ⅝") – pans not included |
Pan depth | 2 ½" (64 mm) |
Temperature range | Top heaters: 90 – 290 °F (32 – 144 °C) Bottom heaters: 90 – 225 °F (32 – 107 °C) |
Timer range | 1 – 99 minutes (counts down in seconds last minute) |
Construction | 20 ga. stainless steel, double-wall; scratch-resistant polymer floor with anodized aluminum heat plate |
Overall dimensions | 11 ½" H × 33 ⅜" W × 16 7⁄16" D (292 × 848 × 408 mm) |
Electrical | 120 V / 60 Hz / 1 ph / 1 200 W / 10 A, NEMA 5-15P, 6 ft cord |
Shipping weight | 90 lb (41 kg) |
Certifications | cULus Listed, UL EPH Classified |
Operational advantages
- Factory presets (Top 240 °F / Bottom 195 °F) get you holding in seconds.
- Countdown timer converts to seconds for precise finishing.
- Black rubber feet protect countertops and keep the unit firmly in place.
Pans and pan trivets sold separately. Always verify electrical requirements prior to installation.