Imperial IHPA-8-48 Gas Countertop Hot Plate – 48"
8 PyroCentric™ open burners • 256,000 BTU • NSF, CSA & CE certifiedGive your kitchen the high-output, all-purpose firepower it deserves. The Imperial IHPA-8-48 delivers a full 256,000 BTU of cooking muscle across eight fast-lighting burners in a compact, 48-inch countertop footprint. From rapid boils and hard sears to a gentle 7,000 BTU simmer, this heavy-duty hot plate keeps pace with even the busiest service.
Why You’ll Love It
- Eight 32,000 BTU PyroCentric™ burners with dual flame rings for even, edge-to-edge heat.
- Built-in standing pilots—instant ignition on every burner.
- Cast-iron grates (2-piece sections) with heat-focusing bowls & anti-clog pilot shields.
- 5" stainless steel landing ledge lets you slide pans forward for safe plating.
- All-stainless front, sides & ledge; welded & polished seams for a professional finish.
- Full-width crumb tray removes completely for fast cleanup.
- Die-cast metal control knobs stand up to daily abuse.
- 4" heavy-duty legs with adjustable feet for quick leveling on any surface.
Engineered for Hard-Working Kitchens
- Anti-clog, lift-off burner heads—no tiny screws or gaskets to fuss with.
- Range-match profile integrates perfectly with Imperial refrigerated bases or equipment stands.
- Zero clearance required to non-combustible surfaces; 8" to combustibles for flexible placement.
- Field-convertible for natural or propane gas; 3/4" NPT rear connection.
Popular Accessories (Sold Separately)
- Stainless steel equipment stands (with optional 6" casters)
- 10" stainless steel wok ring
- Interchangeable sauté or wok burner heads
- 3/4" NPT gas shut-off valve & quick-disconnect gas hose
Specifications
| Model | IHPA-8-48 |
|---|---|
| Overall width | 48" / 1219 mm |
| Depth | 31 3⁄8" / 797 mm |
| Height (to grate) | 10 3⁄4" / 273 mm |
| Open burners | 8 × 32,000 BTU (9 kW) each |
| Total output | 256,000 BTU / 75 kW |
| Simmer setting | 7,000 BTU (2 kW) per burner |
| Gas type | Natural 5.0" W.C. / Propane 10.0" W.C. |
| Gas connection | 3/4" NPT (rear) |
| Shipping weight | 270 lb / 123 kg |
| Certifications | CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF, CE |
| Warranty | 1-year parts & labor |
Installation Note: Provide 0" clearance to non-combustible
surfaces and 8" (203 mm) to combustible surfaces.
Unit must be installed in accordance with all local codes and
manufacturer instructions.
Compliance & Peace of Mind
Each Imperial hot plate is backed by a one-year parts & labor warranty and is built in an ISO-certified facility to the latest NSF, CSA, and CE standards.
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Imperial IHPA-8-48 gas hotplate, 48" with 8 burners, cast iron grates, stainless steel, removable tray, adjustable legs, 256k BTU, NSF/CSA certified.
Manufacturer
Imperial (Middleby)
Certifications
NSF, CE, CSA Star, CSA Flame
Height
10.75in
Width
48.0in
Depth
31.38in
Shipping Weight
270.0lbs
Burner Qty
8 burners
Top and Front Finish
stainless steel front & sides
Legs
with legs
Width (side - side)
48 - 59"
Specifications
Hotplate, gas, countertop, 48"W, (8) open burners & standing pilot lights, cast iron grates, removable crumb tray, stainless steel front, sides & 5"D landing ledge, 4" legs with adjustable feet, 256,000 BTU, 75kW, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF, CE
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