Wells (Middleby) MDW500 Steam Tables & Food Wells

Wells MDW500 Modular Dry Well – 5-Well Built-In Electric Food Warmer

Replace messy, high-maintenance wet wells with the Wells MDW500. This five-pan, top-mount dry warmer keeps every menu item at a safe, appetizing temperature while slashing installation, water and energy costs.

Key Benefits

• True water-free operation—no plumbing, drains, lime scale or leaks.
• Five individual wells hold full-size 12 × 20 in pans up to 6 in (152 mm) deep—or any fractional equivalent.
• Independent infinite control knobs let you set a unique holding temperature for each well.
• Tubular heating elements with a stainless-steel fan deliver even heat while using about 33 % less power than comparable wet wells (only 0.61 kW per well at 208 V).
• Dry design allows complete top-side service access after installation.
• Heavy-duty 430 stainless steel body, fully insulated on all sides and bottom.
• Factory-installed Wellslok® system secures the unit to metal countertops up to 0.25 in (6 mm) thick—no tools or brackets required.
• Built-in high-limit switch protects against overheating.
• UL EPH Classified & cULus Listed for sanitation and electrical safety.
• Backed by a 1-year parts & labor warranty and proudly Made in the USA.

Save More Than Just Food Quality

• 0 gal of water used—no daily refills or costly water treatment.
• Up to 30 minutes of labor saved per day by eliminating wet-well cleaning and refilling.
• Cut installation expenses by up to $2,500 by skipping water and drain lines.
• Reduce energy consumption by up to 50 % compared with wet wells that frequently run dry.

Specifications – Model MDW500

Need fractional pans or round soup insets? Matching adapter tops and insets are available—contact us for details.