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Crown (Middleby)  |  SKU: ECX-16

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

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Description

Crown ECX-16 Electric Convection Steamer

Two compartments • 16-pan total capacity • 36" cabinet base with built-in boiler

Engineered for high-volume commercial kitchens, the Crown ECX-16 delivers fast, even steam cooking in a small footprint. Two independent 8-pan chambers, a 42 kW electric boiler and a factory-installed water treatment system combine for unbeatable productivity, reliability and taste.

Key features

  • Capacity: (8) 12" × 20" × 2-1/2" pans per compartment (16 pans total)
  • 42 kW electrically heated steam boiler (9–11 psi) with automatic blowdown
  • Independent 60-minute timer, red/green pilot lights & audible buzzer for each compartment
  • Steam interlock cuts off steam instantly when a door is opened for maximum operator safety
  • 316 SS one-piece welded cooking chambers; 304 SS satin-finish exterior for long life and easy cleaning
  • Removable pan supports & stainless drip trough speed up end-of-day clean-up
  • Includes Middleby Water Treatment System to meet Crown’s water-quality warranty requirements
  • CSD-1 code package, split water lines and drain tempering system (140 °F compliance)
  • 6" stainless steel legs with adjustable flanged feet—bolt the unit securely to the floor
  • cCSAus & NSF listed; not for household use

Specifications

Model ECX-16
Compartments 2 pressureless
Pan capacity 8 × 12" × 20" × 2-1/2" per compartment (16 total)
Boiler power 42 kW standard (48 kW optional)
Operating pressure 9–11 psi (62–76 kPa)
Standard voltages 208 V / 240 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz (others optional)
Amperage (42 kW) 208 V – 116.6 A  |  240 V – 101 A
Exterior dimensions (W×D×H) 36" × 38-13/16" × 65-5/8" (cabinet & steamer)
Shipping weight 900 lb (408 kg)
Water connections 3/8" O.D. cold water (feed & condensate)
Drain 2" IPS, vented to floor drain
Certifications cCSAus, NSF

Popular options & accessories

  • 48 kW element upgrade
  • 480 V, 575/600 V or 50 Hz electrical packages
  • Spray-and-rinse assembly (EBVS-3)
  • Steam take-off kit (STOK) for adjacent equipment
  • Load-compensate timer (LCT)
  • Sheet-pan supports & full-width wire shelf
  • Stainless frame or rear panel upgrades
Water quality matters: total dissolved solids must be < 60 ppm and pH 6.8–7.3. Installing the included water filter and replacing cartridges on schedule is required for warranty coverage.

Intended for commercial foodservice applications only. Consult the installation manual for full utility requirements and clearances before ordering.

Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Crown (Middleby)

Certifications

NSF, cCSAus

Height

62.0in

Width

36.0in

Depth

33.13in

Shipping Weight

900.0lbs

Width (side - side)

36"

Controls

timer

Interior Finish

316 stainless steel

Compartments

2

Type

1 steam generator

Pan Capacity per Compartment

(8) 12"x20"x2-1/2" deep

Specifications

Convection Steamer, electric, (2) compartment, (8) 12" x 20" x 2-1/2" pan capacity per compartment, 36" cabinet base, automatic blowdown, 60 minute timer per compartment, removable pan supports & drip trough, CSD-1 code package, includes water filter system, 316 stainless steel interior, 304 stainless steel exterior, 6" legs with adjustable flanged feet, cCSAus, NSF