Ice-O-Matic Pearl Ice® Nugget Ice Maker GEM0650A
Soft, chewable ice · 740 lb/24 hr · Air-cooled · 115 VBring the “good ice” to your customers with Ice-O-Matic’s Pearl Ice® technology. The GEM0650A produces up to 740 lb (336 kg) of refreshing nugget ice every day while sipping less water and electricity than comparable cube machines. A self-contained air-cooled condenser, 21-inch footprint, and stainless-steel construction make it the perfect upgrade for bars, restaurants, convenience stores, and healthcare applications alike.
Why You’ll Love It
- Customer-favorite texture — soft, chewable nuggets that cool beverages fast without diluting flavor.
- High output, small size — 740 lb of ice from a unit only 21 in. wide.
- SystemSafe™ protection — continuously monitors gearbox load and shuts down before damage occurs.
- Water Sensor — eliminates low- or no-water failures and ignores hard-water scale.
- Stainless steel auger & evaporator — corrosion-resistant components engineered for years of service.
- Lower utility costs — nugget production uses less water and up to 20 % less energy than cube machines.
- Certified sanitary — cULus, NSF & CE listings for food-service safety worldwide.
Specifications
| Ice type | Pearl / nugget · approx. ½ in. × ⅜ in. (12.7 × 9.5 mm) |
|---|---|
| Daily production |
740 lb (336 kg) @ 70 °F air / 50 °F water 500 lb (227 kg) @ 90 °F air / 70 °F water |
| Condenser | Air-cooled, self-contained |
| Energy use | 4.9 kWh per 100 lb of ice |
| Water use | 4.9 gal potable per 100 lb of ice |
| Electrical | 115 V / 60 Hz / 1-ph · 22.3 A MCA · 30 A max breaker |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 21 × 24 × 27 in. (533 × 610 × 686 mm) |
| Refrigerant | R404A |
| Ice & drain connections | 3 ⁄ 8 in. FPT water inlet · 3 ⁄ 4 in. FPT drain |
| Approx. shipping weight | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Certifications | cULus · NSF · CE |
Ice-O-Matic Warranty Coverage
GEM Pearl Series machines include 3 years parts & labor coverage and 5 years parts on the compressor when installed and maintained to factory specifications. See enclosed warranty statement for full terms.
Pair It With an Ice-O-Matic Bin
The 21 in. GEM0650A mounts directly on Ice-O-Matic models B40, B55, and B700 (adapter kits available for additional bin sizes). Choose a bin that matches your peak-hour demand.
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