True TRCB-52-HC Refrigerated Chef Base – 52"
Two-Drawer, 1/4 HP, R290 Hydrocarbon RefrigerationBuilt to thrive on the front line, the True TRCB-52-HC keeps ingredients safely chilled at 33–38 °F while its heavy-duty stainless worktop supports up to 717 lb of countertop cooking equipment. Backed by a 7-year parts, labor & compressor warranty, this NSF-listed chef base delivers the reliability, efficiency and food-safety performance today’s kitchens demand.
Key Features
- One-piece 18-ga 300 series stainless steel top with drip-resistant “V” edge.
- (2) full-extension drawers; each holds (3) 12" × 20" × 4" hotel pans (pans sold separately).
- Factory-balanced, self-contained refrigeration system charged with eco-friendly R290.
- Extra-large evaporator coil & high-capacity condenser maintain 33–38 °F (0.5–3.3 °C).
- Exterior digital temperature display for at-a-glance monitoring.
- Heavy-duty stainless drawer slides & rollers remove without tools for rapid cleaning.
- One-piece magnetic drawer gaskets—snap out for sanitation.
- 4" diameter swivel casters; front casters lock for line-up stability.
- Foamed-in-place, zero-ODP/GWP polyurethane insulation.
- cULus, UL EPH Classified & CE listed; proudly made in the USA.
Why It Matters
- Lower utility costs—high-efficiency components shorten run times.
- Space-saving workflow—store proteins directly under griddles, charbroilers or ranges.
- Labor friendly—tool-less drawer & gasket removal cuts cleaning time to minutes.
- Sustainable choice—hydrocarbon refrigerant reduces environmental impact.
Technical Specifications
| Model | TRCB-52-HC |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Refrigerated chef base with 2 drawers |
| Pan Capacity | Up to 6 full-size (12" × 20" × 4") pans – 3 per drawer |
| Exterior Dimensions (W × D × H) | 51-7/8" × 32-1/8" × 20-1/2" (24-1/2" overall height with 4" casters) |
| Worktop Load Rating | 717 lb / 326 kg |
| Temperature Range | 33–38 °F (0.5–3.3 °C) |
| Refrigerant | R290 Hydrocarbon |
| Compressor | 1/4 HP, self-contained |
| Electrical | 115 V / 60 Hz / 1-ph, 2.4 A, NEMA 5-15P, 10 ft cord |
| Construction | Stainless steel top, front & sides; GalFan-coated steel back; white aluminum interior with stainless floor & coved corners |
| Insulation | High-density polyurethane, foamed-in-place |
| Certifications | cULus, UL EPH Classified, CE |
| Warranty | 7 years parts, labor & compressor |
| Origin | Made in USA |
Installation Note: When placing countertop cooking equipment on this unit, allow a
minimum 4" (102 mm) clearance between the appliance’s heating element and the chef-base top,
and follow the equipment manufacturer’s leg requirements. Insufficient clearance may void the
warranty.
Optional accessories—6" legs, seismic legs, heavy-duty 16-ga flat top, drawer locks, divider bars—are available upon request.
True Mfg. - General Foodservice
True Mfg. - General Foodservice TRCB-52-HC Undercounter & Worktop Refrigeration
SKU: TRCB-52-HC
$6,444.12
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True Mfg. TRCB-52-HC refrigerated chef base: durable 18ga stainless top, 2 drawers, R290 efficiency, 4" casters, US-made for reliable undercounter cooling.
Manufacturer
True Mfg. - General Foodservice
Certifications
CE, cULus, UL EPH Classified, Made in USA
Height
20.38in
Width
51.88in
Depth
32.13in
Shipping Weight
340.0lbs
Compressor HP
1/4 HP
Top Finish
stainless steel top
Refrigeration
self-contained, side mounted
Drawer Qty
2 drawers
Width
49" - 60" wide
Specifications
Refrigerated Chef Base, 51-7/8"W, one-piece 300 series 18 gauge stainless steel top with V edge, (2) drawers (accommodates (3) 12" x 20" x 4" pans, NOT included), stainless steel front/sides, aluminum back, aluminum interior with stainless steel floor, 4" castors, R290 Hydrocarbon refrigerant, 1/4 HP, 115v/60/1-ph, 2.4 amps, NEMA 5-15P, cULus, UL EPH Classified, CE, Made in USA
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