Wells (Middleby) HT-227 Steam Tables & Food Wells

Wells HT227 Bain Marie-Style Drop-In Heated Tank

Keep soups, sauces, and side dishes at safe, mouth-watering serving temperatures with the heavy-duty Wells HT227. Engineered for high-volume kitchens that demand consistent results, this large-capacity, built-in Bain Marie delivers uniform gentle heat, rock-solid temperature control, and legendary Wells durability—all in one sleek stainless-steel package.

Key features at a glance

• Large 25 3/4" × 26 7/8" opening fits two 4/3 pans or assorted fractional pans using the included adapter bars.
• Wet-operation design provides even, gentle heat that protects food quality and prevents scorching.
• Powerful tubular elements (3,300 W @ 240 V) paired with a positive-off thermostatic control and ready-light for precise temperature management.
• Fully insulated sides, back, and bottom for faster preheat, quicker recovery, and energy savings—ideal for non-metal countertops.
• One-piece stainless-steel top flange and deep-drawn well pan stand up to daily commercial abuse and simplify clean-ups.
• ½" NPT drain with ball valve speeds water change-outs at the end of service.
• WellsLok™ mounting hardware makes drop-in installation fast, secure, and self-sealing.
• cULus & NSF listed for safety and sanitation; adapter bars included.
• Backed by a 2-year limited parts / 1-year labor warranty from Wells—serving foodservice pros for 90+ years.

Built for busy kitchens

From the high-limit safety that guards against burnout to the recessed control panel that prevents accidental bumps, every detail of the HT227 is engineered for life on the cookline. The fully welded, mirror-smooth well cleans up in seconds, while the heavy-gauge stainless exterior resists dents, corrosion, and the daily grind of ladles, tongs, and pan changes.

Perfect for

• Buffet and carving stations
• Quick-service and fast-casual production lines
• Catering build-outs and self-service kiosks
• Any high-volume operation needing gentle, reliable hot holding

Technical specifications

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