Crown (Middleby) DP-40 Steam Kettles

Crown DP-40 Direct-Steam Stationary Kettle – 40 Gal

Engineered for high-volume, high-efficiency production, the Crown DP-40 gives you 40 gallons of perfectly even steam-jacketed cooking power in a compact, pedestal design. Crafted entirely from food-grade stainless steel and supplied ready for your building’s direct-steam line, it is the professional’s choice for soups, sauces, custards and more.

Key Features

• 40-gallon (152 L) working capacity—cooks up to 115 lb of product per batch.
• 2⁄3 steam jacket delivers uniform side-wall and bottom heating; no hot spots.
• 316 SS interior liner stands up to acids, salts and aggressive cleaning chemicals.
• Heavy-gauge 304 SS exterior & pedestal resist dents, corrosion and daily wear.
• Spring-assisted stainless steel dome cover—easy one-hand lift, stays open safely.
• 2" tangent draw-off valve with stainless perforated strainer for lump-free portioning.
• Factory-installed faucet bracket simplifies adding a potable water fill faucet (optional).
• NSF listed, ASME-stamped relief valve set to 35 PSI for code-compliant operation.

Why Your Team Will Love It

• Fast recovery with 5–30 PSI incoming steam (45 PSI option) keeps service moving.
• Smooth interior radius and large opening speed up cleaning and ingredient loading.
• 12.5" of clearance below the valve fits full-size stock pots and hotel pans.
• Pedestal base minimizes floor penetration—ideal for finished floors and tight lines.

Specifications

Requires a direct-steam connection with clean, dry steam. Pressure-reducing valve recommended if line pressure exceeds 50 PSI.