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Southbend Platinum P48-CM 48-Inch Heavy Duty Gas Cheesemelter, Range Mount, 60,000 BTU

SKU: P48-CM
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Southbend Platinum P48-CM 48-Inch Heavy Duty Gas Cheesemelter, Range Mount, 60,000 BTU

6 Infrared Burners, 5 Rack Positions, Dual Valve Control

This 48-inch gas cheesemelter delivers intense infrared heat and fast 90-second preheat performance for efficient melting, browning, and finishing.

  • 48-inch heavy-duty cheesemelter designed for range mounting.
  • 6 infrared burners deliver 60,000 BTU for fast, even heat.
  • 5-position rack guides and included chrome plated rack provide cooking flexibility.
  • Dual valve control helps manage heat output for different menu items.
  • Stainless steel construction and removable crumb tray simplify cleanup.

Overall Dimensions:

48.0"W x 15.5"D x 21.5"H

Product Weight:

175.0 lb

Infrared Burner System

Six infrared burners provide intense, even heat for melting and browning.

Five-Position Rack Guides

Adjustable rack guides let operators set the cooking position across five levels.

Chrome Plated Rack Included

Comes with one chrome plated rack for immediate use.

Dual Valve Control

Independent valve control supports more precise heat management.

Fast Preheat

Reaches operating temperature in about 90 seconds.

Removable Crumb Tray

Helps catch drippings and makes cleanup easier.

Stainless Steel Construction

Durable stainless steel build is suited for busy commercial kitchens.

Range Mount Design

Designed for mounting with a range setup and riser arrangement.

Type Cheesemelter
Style Heavy Duty
Mounting Range Mount
Heat Type Infrared
Burner Count 6
Rack Positions 5
Controls Dual Valve
BTU 60,000 BTU
Material Stainless Steel
Selling Unit Each
Units Per Case 1

Certifications & Compliance

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NSF Certified
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CSA Certified

Warranty & Protection

1 year parts and labor

Frequently Asked Questions

It uses infrared heat from six burners.
It has five rack guide positions.
Yes, one chrome plated rack is included.
The unit has a 90-second preheat time.
It is constructed of stainless steel.
It is a gas cheesemelter.

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