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Star (Middleby)  |  Ultra-Max  |  SKU: 824TA

Star (Middleby) 824TA Ultra-Max Gas Griddles

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Description

Star Ultra-Max® 24" Countertop Gas Griddle – 60,000 BTU

Model 824TA • Mechanical Snap-Action Thermostat • Steel Plate

Give your cooks the power of a full-size flat-top in just 24". The Ultra-Max® 824TA pairs a massive 1" thick steel plate with precision, embedded snap-action thermostats, delivering the speed, consistency and durability today’s busiest kitchens demand.

Key advantages

  • 150 °F – 550 °F snap-action thermostats embedded ⅛" below the plate every 12" for unrivaled accuracy.
  • 1" (25 mm) polished steel plate retains heat and rebounds quickly during peak service.
  • 30,000 BTU tubular burner per 12" zone (60,000 BTU total) with standing pilots for instant ignition.
  • 4 ⅜" tall wrap-around splash guard contains mess; 3 ½" extra-wide front trough funnels grease to a full-width drawer.
  • Welded steel frame and stainless exterior built to survive the harshest commercial environments.
  • Heavy-duty metal control knobs—no cracking, no melting, just years of reliable service.
  • Adjustable 4" stainless legs (1 ⅜" range) make leveling on any counter effortless.
  • cULus & UL EPH Classified and proudly Made in the USA.

Technical specifications

Cooking surface 24" W × 24" D (610 × 610 mm)
Plate thickness 1" (25 mm) polished steel
Temperature range 150 °F – 550 °F (66 °C – 288 °C)
Controls Mechanical snap-action thermostat (1 per 12" zone)
Total input 60,000 BTU/hr – natural or LP gas
Splash guard 4 ⅜" (111 mm) rear & sides – tapered, wrap-around
Grease management 3 ½" (89 mm) wide front trough to removable drawer
Overall size (HxWxD) 18" × 24" × 34.2" (457 × 610 × 869 mm)
Gas connection ¾" NPT male, right-rear
Shipping weight Approx. 300 lb (136 kg)
Certifications cULus, UL EPH Classified
Warranty 2 years parts & labor

Perfect for

  • Diners, cafés & breakfast joints
  • Food trucks, kiosks & concessions
  • Hotel, resort & institutional kitchens
  • Any operation needing a compact, high-output griddle
Installation note: Maintain at least 6" (152 mm) clearance at sides and back. Use supplied legs on non-combustible counters, or an approved 27" stand on combustible floors. All gas connections must be completed by a qualified technician in accordance with local codes.

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Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Star (Middleby)

Brand_name

Ultra-Max

Certifications

cULus, UL EPH Classified, Made in USA

Height

18.0in

Width

24.0in

Depth

34.2in

Shipping Weight

300.0lbs

Cooking Surface Width (side - side)

19" - 24"

Controls

thermostat / solid state controls

Cooking Surface Depth (front - back)

24" - 29"

Griddle Plate Finish

smooth steel

Exterior Finish

all stainless steel exterior

Plate Thickness

1"

Specifications

Ultra-Max® Griddle, countertop gas, 24" W x 24" D cooking surface, 1" thick steel griddle plate, 150° - 550° F embedded mechanical snap-action thermostat every 12", 4-3/8" tapered wrap-around splash guard, 3-1/2" front grease trough, heavy-duty metal knobs, standing pilot, welded steel frame with stainless steel exterior, 4" stainless steel legs with 1-3/8" adjustment, 60,000 BTU, cULus, UL EPH Classified, Made in USA