Crown (Middleby) CE-342 Steamers (Countertop & Floor)
Crown (Middleby) CE-342 Steamers (Countertop & Floor) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Crown CE-342 Electric Steam Generator – 42 kW, 36" Cabinet Base
Self-contained boiler system with CSD-1 safety controls & built-in water treatmentPut reliable, high-quality steam right where you need it. The Crown CE-342 produces up to 128 lbs of steam per hour in a space-saving 36 inch stainless cabinet, giving you the output of a central boiler without the expensive build-out. Perfect for powering kettles, steamers, proofers, dish machines and more.
Key features & advantages
- Heavy-duty 42 kW Incoloy heating elements reach operating pressure fast.
- CSD-1 compliant safety package with manual-reset low-water cut-off & high-limit pressure switch.
- Automatic blowdown and split water line reduce scale build-up and maintenance time.
- Factory-supplied water filter system meets Crown’s water-quality specs for full warranty protection.
- Automatic water-level control, external gauge glass & pressure gauge for easy monitoring.
- Operating pressure 9–11 psi, ASME-stamped vessel rated 15 psi with safety relief valve.
- ¾" IPS steam take-off kit feeds adjacent equipment – no remote boiler room required.
- Reinforced stainless countertop plus two lockable doors for extra workspace & storage.
- (4) 6" stainless legs with adjustable flanged feet anchor the unit securely to the floor.
- cCSAus & NSF listed – ready for installation in the U.S. and Canada.
Service connections
- Cold water: 3/8" O.D. tubing @ 25–50 psi (170–345 kPa)
- Drain: 2" IPS to open floor drain (air-gap required)
- Steam take-off: ¾" IPS
- Electrical: Field-wired 3-phase – see amperage chart below
Technical specifications
Model | CE-342 |
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Cabinet width | 36 in | 914 mm |
Steam output | 128 lbs/hr (58 kg/hr) |
Operating pressure | 9 – 11 psi |
Maximum vessel rating | 15 psi (ASME) |
Heating capacity | 42 kW |
Voltage / phase | 208-480 V, 3-phase |
Amps per line | 208 V – 128 A | 220 V – 117 A | 240 V – 110 A | 380 V – 101 A | 415 V – 58 A | 480 V – 51 A |
Shipping weight | 415 lb (188 kg) |
Certifications | ASME, cCSAus, NSF |
Questions about sizing, installation or wiring? Contact our equipment specialists for free, factory-trained support.