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Bonvue is a trusted manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment, known for quality and reliability.
View all Bonvueproducts →Buffets serving 5+ hot dishes break cheap bain maries in weeks — the element warps, the corners run cold, and the first pan temps drop below 60°C. A 5-pan Italian-element unit on 15A is the real commercial baseline.
| Feature | Benefit | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| 5 × 1/1 GN capacity | Full buffet lineup in one unit | No juggling pans between stations |
| 3301 W / 15A power | True commercial throughput | Holds temp even at full load |
| Italian heating element | Even heat across 1.7 m of pan surface | No cold corner pans |
| Wet or dry modes | Multi-dish menu flexibility | One unit covers any held hot menu |
| Safety-lock ball valve drain | Safe shutdown procedure | Reduced staff-injury risk |
Always verify dimensions and power requirements against your kitchen layout before purchase.
Who uses it: Buffets, catering halls, institutional dining, large restaurants and clubs.
Workload: Heavy — all-day 5-pan continuous service.
If you need 5 pans, do not chain two cheap 3-pan units — the gap creates cold zones and the circuits don't balance. Buy the one 15A unit designed for the width.
Bonvue is trusted across AU hot-holding installs, backed by 2+2 cover via KW Commercial.
Q: Do I need a 15A GPO?
A: Yes — 3301 W needs a proper 15A outlet. Factor this into fit-out planning.
Q: Can it handle all-day service?
A: Yes — designed for 8–10+ hour continuous holding.
Q: What happens if I run 5 pans on a 10A chained solution?
A: You'll trip the circuit, or the element underheats and the centre pans drop below 60°C. Either way, it fails commercial service.
For genuine 5-pan buffet service, the BM17SC is the baseline. This is the minimum spec that will hold up. Order from KW Commercial.
Cafes, sandwich bars, and kitchens with limited space
Check voltage, phase, plug type, and circuit capacity before purchase. Commercial electrical installation must be completed by a licensed electrician.
| SKU | BM17SC |
| Brand | Bonvue |
| Category | Commercial Fridges and Commercial Freezers |
| Weight | 86 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 1721 × 624 × 720 mm |
| Stock Status | In Stock |
| Voltage | 240 V |
| Amperage | 15 A |
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Buy Bonvue BM17SC Square Countertop Wet/Dry Bain Marie – 5x 1/1GN from KW Commercial Kitchen. Competitive B2B pricing, Australia-wide delivery. Trusted by cafes, restaurants, and commercial food service operators across Australia. Need help choosing? Call our equipment experts on 1300 001 366 or ask EVA, our AI advisor.
