Crown (Middleby) DCX-16 Steamers (Countertop & Floor)

DCX-16 Two-Compartment Convection Steamer

Engineered for high-volume commercial kitchens that already have a boiler on site, the Crown DCX-16 delivers quick, even and economical steaming in a rugged, space-saving footprint.

Built to raise the bar on productivity

• Direct steam hookup – no generators to maintain, instant recovery between loads.
• (2) independent, pressureless convection compartments, each accommodating (8) 12" × 20" × 2 ½" hotel pans.
• One-piece 316 SS cooking chambers & 304 SS exterior for maximum corrosion resistance.
• Separate 60-minute timer, “Ready” (green) & “Cook” (red) indicator lights, plus end-of-cycle buzzer for each cavity.
• Door interlock automatically stops steam flow when the door is opened for operator safety.
• Removable pan supports and drip trough connect to drain for faster clean-ups.
• NSF & cCSAus certified – meets strict U.S. and Canadian sanitation & safety codes.

Standard features

• Direct nontoxic steam connection: 3/4" IPS, 15–45 psi (103–310 kPa) supply
• Integral pressure-reducing valve set to 7 psi (49 kPa) with drain-cooling system
• 115 VAC, 1-phase control circuit – only 2 A per compartment (½" conduit connection)
• 36" cabinet base with full-perimeter angle frame and storage doors
• (4) 6" stainless steel legs with adjustable flanged feet — bolt-down ready

Technical specifications

Popular options & accessories (sold separately)

• Load-compensating timer (maintains consistent cook times)
• Spray-and-rinse assembly
• Sheet-pan supports & full-width wire shelf kits
• Ball float steam trap
• Stainless steel back or full frame upgrade
• 220 V / 240 V, 1-phase 50 Hz control voltage kit

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