{"title":"Commercial Microwaves","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes a microwave commercial?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA commercial microwave is built for hundreds of cycles a day rather than a few. Stainless steel cabinets and cavities stand up to constant use and cleaning, and many models feed energy from below instead of using a turntable, so there is nothing to break and more room for plates and containers. Programmable memory means staff press one button and every portion is heated the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing a commercial microwave\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e around 1000 W suits light reheating of single portions; 1400 W suits busier cafes and pubs; 1800 W twin-magnetron units handle heavy, constant use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e check the cavity size against your largest plate or container. Flatbed cavities without a turntable fit square containers better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e look for programmable memory, multiple-quantity pads and staged cooking. Barcode models select the right program automatically when the product is scanned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e lighter models run from a standard 10 amp plug, while heavy-duty 1800 W units need a 15 amp outlet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/benchstar\"\u003eBenchstar\u003c\/a\u003e commercial microwaves from FED, from the 25 litre MD-1000L and 34 litre MD-1400 stainless steel models to the MD-1800 Scan \u0026amp; Go barcode microwave for self-service and convenience stores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery and our price-beat guarantee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe deliver Australia-wide by tailgate truck, usually within 2 to 5 business days to Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide and 4 to 12 days elsewhere. Prices are shown ex GST with the GST-inclusive price alongside. Found a lower price? Send us the link under our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/price-beat-guarantee\"\u003ePrice-Beat Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll send you a one-off discount code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommercial microwave FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a domestic microwave in a commercial kitchen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomestic microwaves are designed for a few uses a day. Commercial models have heavier-duty components, stainless steel cavities and programmable controls for constant use through a busy service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Scan \u0026amp; Go microwave?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt reads the barcode on a packaged food item and automatically selects the right cooking program, so staff or customers only press start. It suits convenience stores, service stations and self-service food stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated categories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/speed-ovens\"\u003eSpeed Ovens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/combi-ovens\"\u003eCombi Ovens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hot-food-display\"\u003eHot Food Displays\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hot-holding-cabinets\"\u003eHot Holding Cabinets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"benchstar-md-1000l","title":"Benchstar MD-1000L - 25L Stainless Steel Commercial Microwave, 1000W","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenchstar MD-1000L - 25L Stainless Steel Commercial Microwave, 1000W\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Benchstar MD-1000L is a light-duty commercial microwave for cafés, staff kitchens, food vans and small takeaways. Its stainless steel cabinet and cavity stand up to daily commercial use, and 100 programmable settings let staff reheat the same dish the same way every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 litre cavity takes a 305 mm (12 inch) platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1000 W cooking power with bottom energy feed (no turntable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 power levels and 3 cooking stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 programmable auto programs and up to 60 minutes cooking time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime entry option and X2 multiple quantity pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouch control pads plus electronic dial timer with braille navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCavity light to check food without opening the door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrab-and-go door handle with no moving parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel cabinet and cavity, stackable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: MD-1000L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 25 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCavity: 327 W x 346 D x 200 H mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 1000 W, 240V 10 A plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 511 W x 432 D x 311 H mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years return-to-base (bring or send the unit to an authorised FED service agent for warranty repair).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchstar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67489284456676,"sku":"MD-1000L","price":594.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/8362\/8004\/files\/microwave-oven-md-1000l_98bbbf13-ac1b-4483-a910-9384b21efb67.jpg?v=1791356291"},{"product_id":"benchstar-md-1400","title":"Benchstar MD-1400 - 34L Stainless Steel Commercial Microwave, 1400W","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenchstar MD-1400 - 34L Stainless Steel Commercial Microwave, 1400W\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Benchstar MD-1400 is a medium-duty commercial microwave for cafés, restaurants, pubs and canteens. The larger 34 litre stainless steel cavity takes a 356 mm platter, and 100 programmable settings keep reheating fast and consistent through a busy service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 litre cavity takes a 356 mm (14 inch) platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1400 W cooking power with bottom energy feed (no turntable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 power levels and 3 cooking stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 programmable auto programs and up to 60 minutes cooking time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime entry option and X2 multiple quantity pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouch control pads plus electronic dial timer with braille navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCavity light to check food without opening the door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrab-and-go door handle with no moving parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel cabinet and cavity, stackable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: MD-1400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 34 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCavity: 370 W x 385 D x 230 H mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 1400 W, 240V 10 A plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 553 W x 488 D x 343 H mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years return-to-base (bring or send the unit to an authorised FED service agent for warranty repair).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchstar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67489284751588,"sku":"MD-1400","price":1019.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/8362\/8004\/files\/md-1400-2.jpg?v=1791356292"},{"product_id":"benchstar-md-1800","title":"Benchstar MD-1800 - 17L Scan \u0026 Go Barcode Commercial Microwave, 1800W","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenchstar MD-1800 - 17L Scan \u0026amp; Go Barcode Commercial Microwave, 1800W\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Benchstar MD-1800 Scan \u0026amp; Go is a heavy-duty commercial microwave for cafés, convenience stores, service stations and quick service restaurants. Staff or customers scan the product barcode and press start, and the oven picks the right cooking program automatically, so every item comes out the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScan to cook: scan the food barcode and the oven selects the correct program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScan to program: set up cooking programs by scanning, with no manual programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits self-service stations in convenience stores and service stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin magnetrons, 1800 W output for heavy-duty use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17 litre flatbed stainless steel cavity with no turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStores up to 100 programs, with 5 power levels and 3 cooking stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlashTune menu management on PC or Mac, with USB menu upload and software updates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: MD-1800\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 17 L flatbed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCavity: 330 W x 310 D x 175 H mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 1800 W output, 240V 15 A plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 420 W x 563 D x 340 H mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years return-to-base (bring or send the unit to an authorised FED service agent for warranty repair).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchstar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67489286357220,"sku":"MD-1800","price":1869.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/8362\/8004\/files\/md-1800_main.png?v=1791356293"}],"url":"https:\/\/refrigerationexperts.com.au\/collections\/commercial-microwaves.oembed","provider":"Refrigeration Experts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}