Crown (Middleby) DL-20F Steam Kettles

Crown DL-20F 20 Gallon Direct-Steam Stationary Kettle

Engineered for demanding commercial kitchens, the Crown DL-20F delivers fast, even, high-volume cooking in a compact 20-gallon (76 L) footprint. A full steam jacket surrounds the lower two-thirds of the kettle, while premium 316 stainless steel lining stands up to acidic recipes day after day.

Why the DL-20F?

• Direct-steam operation: 5–35 PSI standard (optional 50 PSI high-pressure kit).
• Full jacketed design for rapid, uniform heat transfer and reduced cook times.
• Hemispherical bottom promotes natural convection & thorough mixing.
• 316 SS interior liner resists pitting and corrosion from tomato, citrus and other acidic foods.
• 304 SS exterior with welded satin finish—easy to wipe clean and built to last.
• Spring-assisted hinged stainless-steel cover—safe, one-handed operation.
• 2" sanitary draw-off valve with included perforated strainer for mess-free portioning & draining.
• Integrated faucet bracket for quick installation of a potable water fill faucet (faucet not included).
• Stainless-steel tubular tri-legs with four-hole adjustable flanged feet—rock-solid floor mount.
• NSF certified & backed by Crown’s 10-year kettle hemisphere warranty (1-year parts & labor).

At-a-Glance Specs

Ideal Applications

• Soups, stews & chili
• Sauces, gravies & roux
• Pasta, rice & grains
• Custards & dessert fillings
• Batch blanching or re-therming

Intended for commercial use only. Specifications subject to change without notice.