Southbend (Middleby)

20-Gallon Direct Steam Full-Jacket Tilting Kettle with Manual Crank Tilt

SKU: KDLT-20F
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20-Gallon Direct Steam Full-Jacket Tilting Kettle with Manual Crank Tilt

316 Stainless Steel Liner, 304 Stainless Steel Exterior, Floor Model

A durable 20-gallon kettle that uses direct steam and a self-locking crank tilt to deliver even heating and controlled emptying.

  • 20-gallon direct steam kettle designed for commercial batch cooking.
  • Full-jacket, double-wall construction and a hemispherical bottom promote even heat circulation.
  • Manual crank tilt with a self-locking positive stop allows a full 90° forward dump.
  • Standard 316 stainless steel liner and 304 stainless steel exterior are built for demanding kitchens.
  • Stainless steel tubular legs with adjustable flanged feet provide a stable floor-mounted base.
  • Operates on direct steam from 5 to 30 PSI, with a 50 PSI high-pressure option available.

Overall Dimensions:

34.75"W x 34.75"D x 37.0"H

Product Weight:

320.0 lb

Direct Steam Operation

Uses direct steam for heating, with standard operation at 5 to 30 PSI.

Full Jacket Double-Wall Construction

The kettle interior forms a steam jacket around the vessel for efficient heat transfer.

Hemispherical Bottom

Rounded bottom design supports superior heat circulation and cooking performance.

Manual Crank Tilt

Tilts forward a full 90 degrees for complete emptying.

Self-Locking Positive Stop

Tilt mechanism locks positively to help control the dumping motion.

316 Stainless Steel Liner

Standard high-acid-resistant interior liner.

304 Stainless Steel Exterior

All-welded stainless steel construction with a #4 finish.

Adjustable Flanged Feet

Stainless steel tubular legs include 4-hole adjustable flanged feet for floor securing.

Standard Faucet Bracket

Factory standard bracket supports optional faucet accessories.

Type Direct Steam Tilting Kettle
Style Full Jacket
Installation Type Floor Model
Capacity 20 Gallons
Material 304 Stainless Steel
Interior Finish 316 Stainless Steel
Finish #4 Finish
Steam Pressure Range 5 to 30 PSI
Steam Supply Connection 3/4 Inch IPS
Condensate Return Connection 1/2 Inch IPS
Selling Unit Each
Units Per Case 1
Shipping Width 35 Inches
Shipping Depth 35 Inches
Shipping Height 37 Inches
Shipping Weight 320 lb.

Certifications & Compliance

Certified badge of NSF Certified
NSF Certified

Warranty & Protection

1 year parts and labor from original purchase, with coverage not to exceed 18 months from factory shipment date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard operation is direct steam at a minimum of 5 PSI and a maximum of 30 PSI.
This model has a 20-gallon capacity, which is approximately 76 liters.
Yes. It uses a manual crank tilt with a self-locking positive stop and can tilt forward a full 90 degrees.
The kettle has a 316 stainless steel interior liner and a 304 stainless steel exterior with an all-welded #4 finish.
The unit uses a 3/4 inch IPS steam supply connection and a 1/2 inch IPS condensate return connection.
Factory options include draw-off valves, perforated strainers, spring-assist or lift-off covers, basket assembly, steam control assembly, pantry faucets, measuring strips, strainer tools, pan carrier, and kettle heat shield.

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