Crathco-UNIC

Crathco-UNIC PBC-1A Crathco Beverage Coffee Brewers

SKU: PBC-1A
$1,608.50
/each
Discontinued
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Crathco PrecisionBrew™ Air-Heated Shuttle® Coffee Brewer

Model LV606056 • PBC-1A • Single 1.5 gal Brewer

Brew every batch to Specialty Coffee Association “Golden Cup” standards with the PrecisionBrew™ Air-Heated Shuttle® Brewer. Designed for high-volume cafés, bakeries, convenience stores and catering operations, this single-head brewer delivers up to 1.5 gallons of perfectly mixed, ready-to-serve coffee into a portable, air-insulated Shuttle® (sold separately) – keeping flavor and temperature locked in for hours.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Three programmable brew volumes – 0.5, 1.0 or 1.5 gal (1.9, 3.8, 5.7 L) – slash waste during slow periods and keep pace during rushes.
  • Advanced touchscreen interface simplifies recipe selection, diagnostics and cleaning prompts.
  • Virtual sight glass with color-changing LED instantly shows brew progress and freshness status.
  • Java-Tate™ shuttle agitation (in optional AS15 Shuttle) gently stirs the batch, guaranteeing consistent flavor from first cup to last.
  • Air-heated Encapsulair™ Shuttle® insulation maintains serving temperature without added heat that can scorch coffee.
  • Powerful 3.2 gal (12.1 L) stainless steel heating tank ensures rapid recovery between cycles.
  • Brewer is cULus & NSF certified for worry-free commercial compliance.

Technical Specifications

Brewing Capacity 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 gal per batch
Electrical 240 V / 7.0 kW / 60 Hz / 1 Phase
Product Dimensions (H × W × D) 30.13 in × 9.13 in × 18.88 in
(77 cm × 23 cm × 50 cm)
Ship Weight 50 lb (22.7 kg)
Water Connection ¼ in flare; 30–80 psi
Heating Tank 3.2 gal (12.1 L) per brew head
Certifications NSF, cULus

Compatible Accessories (Sold Separately)

  • AS15 Air-Heated Shuttle®, 1.5 gal (Part # 2503-006)
  • Shuttle Stand with integrated warmer, 120 V / 0.13 kW (Part # 1502-004)
  • Custom Graphic Wrap Kit for Shuttle (Part # 380-00335)

Installation & Utilities

  • Dedicated 240 V, single-phase circuit required.
  • Connect to cold, filtered water within the specified pressure range to maximize component life and beverage quality.
  • Allow at least 4 in (10 cm) clearance on all sides for ventilation and service access.
Important: Air-heated shuttles, shuttle stands and graphic wraps are not included with this brewer and must be purchased separately.

For full warranty terms and registration, visit Crathco Technical Services.

Overall Dimensions:

9.13"W x 18.88"D x 30.13"H

Product Weight:

50.0 lb
Manufacturer Crathco-UNIC
Brand name GRINDMASTER Beverage
Certifications ["NSF", "cULus"]
Height 30.13in
Width 9.13in
Depth 18.88in
Shipping Weight 50.0lbs
Base Finish stainless steel
Brewer(s) Qty single
Type automatic fill
Brew Per Batch 1 - 1-1/2 gallons
Specifications Grindmaster Beverage - (LV606056) PrecisionBrew™ Air-Heated Shuttle® Coffee Brewer, single brewer for 1.5-gallon Shuttle®(AS15, air-heated), touchscreen with digital interface, (3) brewing volumes, cULus, NSF (warmer shuttles & graphics are sold separately)­­ (NET - NO FURTHER DISCOUNTS APPLY)

Frequently Asked Questions

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Once an item has shipped, it can no longer be canceled or modified and will instead be subject to our Return Policy, which includes: 

  • Return requests must be submitted within 30 days of delivery 
  • Items must be unused and in original packaging 
  • 35% restocking fee and return freight/crating fees apply 
  • Consumable products are not returnable 

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