Friulinox SBM-161-HA-R290 Submarine Blast Chiller/Freezer & Slow Cooker

Friulinox SBM-161-HA-R290 Submarine Blast Chiller/Freezer & Slow Cooker

Overview

The Friulinox SBM-161-HA-R290 Submarine multifunction blast chiller, freezer and slow cooker is a premium solution for high-performance commercial kitchens. Designed to handle every temperature-controlled process from +85 °C to −40 °C, it combines advanced chilling, freezing, cooking, proofing and pasteurisation in one intelligent unit. Built with eco-friendly R290 refrigerant, Wi-Fi connectivity, and precise 7" touchscreen controls, it ensures total versatility and efficiency for professional chefs.

Why it’s ideal for UK catering professionals

Perfect for restaurants, hotels, bakeries and food production kitchens, the SBM-161-HA-R290 delivers rapid chilling, accurate low-temperature cooking and complete process traceability via HACCP-compatible data logging. Its stainless-steel construction and active-ion sanitisation ensure the highest hygiene and reliability standards.

Capacity & Performance

Accommodating 16 × GN 1/1 or EN 600×400 trays, the Friulinox SBM-161-HA-R290 offers exceptional productivity. It blast chills up to 90 kg from +90 °C to +3 °C in just 90 minutes or freezes up to 60 kg from +90 °C to −18 °C in 240 minutes. ISO 22042 performance ratings certify it for consistent and energy-efficient results across all processes.

Filter-friendly dimensions (quick selection)

Height 1960 mm (use 100 mm steps), Width 790 mm (use 100 mm or 250 mm steps), Depth 870 mm (use 50 mm steps) — ideal for accurate product filtering and kitchen design planning.

Technical Specifications

Model SBM-161-HA-R290
Functions Blast chilling (soft/hard), freezing (soft/hard), thawing, retarder-proofer, proofing, pasteurisation, slow cooking to +85 °C, maintaining, drying, crystallisation, yogurt, chocolate melting
Tray capacity 16 × GN 1/1 or 16 × EN 600×400
Controls 7" touch colour display, heated 4-point core probe, alarms, USB, Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity for HACCP logging and remote service
Blast chill capacity 90 kg (+90 °C → +3 °C) in 90 min
Freeze capacity 60 kg (+90 °C → −18 °C) in 240 min
ISO 22042 (BC) 80 kg (+65 °C → +10 °C) in 120 min; 0.075 kWh/kg
ISO 22042 (BF) 50 kg (+65 °C → −18 °C) in 270 min; 0.25 kWh/kg
Operating range +85 °C to −40 °C
Refrigerant R290 (GWP 3), air-cooled, charge 2 × 150 g
Power 3N-AC 400 V, 50 Hz, 4.981 kW, 10.5 A
Cooling/Heating power Cooling 2.69 kW*, Heating 1.5 kW
Construction AISI stainless steel with Scotch-Brite finish, 60 mm PU insulation, rounded-corner chamber, ergonomic handle, 4-sided magnetic seal
Sanitisation HI-GIENE active-ion chamber sanitisation system
Dimensions (W×D×H) 790 × 870 × 1960 mm
Net/Gross weight 210 kg / 250 kg
Noise < 70 dB
Water connection Drain Ø 50 mm
Climate class 5
Standard equipment Removable AISI 304 grill panels with double L-guides, heated core probe, Wi-Fi, USB, HI-GIENE sanitisation
*BT −25 °C evap / +45 °C cond  

Key Features at a Glance

Multifunction production

  • Performs blast chilling, freezing, thawing, slow cooking, and pasteurisation in one cabinet
  • Includes retarder-proofer, proofing, drying, and chocolate/yogurt modes
  • Handles continuous or programmed cycles with precision temperature control

Smart control & connectivity

  • 7" touchscreen with intuitive graphic interface
  • Heated 4-point core probe for accurate monitoring
  • Built-in USB, Wi-Fi & Ethernet for HACCP logging and recipe upload/download

Hygiene & build quality

  • Active-ion HI-GIENE sanitisation system
  • Easy-clean stainless-steel chamber with rounded corners and suspended evaporator
  • Anti-condensation heater and 4-sided magnetic seal for hygiene and reliability

Energy & sustainability

  • Efficient air-cooled system using low-GWP R290 refrigerant
  • High-density 60 mm insulation minimises energy loss
  • Automatic defrost and condensate evaporation system

Safety & usability

  • Door micro-switch fan stop and anti-odour lock
  • Automatic storage mode at end of blast cycle
  • Multilevel operation and alarm viewing for process safety
SKU SBM-161-HA-R290
Weight 250.000000
Brand Friulinox
Warranty Cover 24 Months Parts And Labour
hwdyes No
Delivery Standard 3 to 5 Working Days
Chilling Capacity (Kg) 90
Freezing Capacity (Kg) 60
GN Compatible Yes
GN Supplied 0
Gastronorm 1/1 GN
Total GN Pans 16
Height (mm) 1960
Width (mm) 790
Depth (mm) 870
Internal Width 830
Internal Depth 970
Packed Height 2110
Defrost Type Automatic
Cooling Type Air Cooled
Footing Legs
Placement Free Standing
Number Of Doors 1
Door Type Right Hinged
Finish Stainless Steel
Noise Level (dB) 70
Chilling Time (mins) 90
Freezing Time (mins) 240
Power Supply Three Phase Hardwired
Refrigerant R290
Refrigerant Charge (g) 2 x 150
Climate Class 5

➕Parts and Labour Warranty (Full Warranty)

A 'Parts & Labour' or 'full' warranty means that should any mechanical components fail (due to manufacturer fault) causing break down or performance issues with your equipment, within the term of the warranty, the cost of replacement parts will be covered by the manufacturer. Any engineer charges incurred through a site visit, diagnosis and replacement of malfunctioning parts will also be covered.

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Delivery:
Standard 3 to 5 Working Days
Height (mm):
1960
Width (mm):
790
Depth (mm):
870
Power Supply:
Three Phase Hardwired
Warranty Cover:
24 Months Parts And Labour
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Friulinox SBM-161-HA-R290 Submarine Blast Chiller/Freezer & Slow Cooker

Overview

The Friulinox SBM-161-HA-R290 Submarine multifunction blast chiller, freezer and slow cooker is a premium solution for high-performance commercial kitchens. Designed to handle every temperature-controlled process from +85 °C to −40 °C, it combines advanced chilling, freezing, cooking, proofing and pasteurisation in one intelligent unit. Built with eco-friendly R290 refrigerant, Wi-Fi connectivity, and precise 7" touchscreen controls, it ensures total versatility and efficiency for professional chefs.

Why it’s ideal for UK catering professionals

Perfect for restaurants, hotels, bakeries and food production kitchens, the SBM-161-HA-R290 delivers rapid chilling, accurate low-temperature cooking and complete process traceability via HACCP-compatible data logging. Its stainless-steel construction and active-ion sanitisation ensure the highest hygiene and reliability standards.

Capacity & Performance

Accommodating 16 × GN 1/1 or EN 600×400 trays, the Friulinox SBM-161-HA-R290 offers exceptional productivity. It blast chills up to 90 kg from +90 °C to +3 °C in just 90 minutes or freezes up to 60 kg from +90 °C to −18 °C in 240 minutes. ISO 22042 performance ratings certify it for consistent and energy-efficient results across all processes.

Filter-friendly dimensions (quick selection)

Height 1960 mm (use 100 mm steps), Width 790 mm (use 100 mm or 250 mm steps), Depth 870 mm (use 50 mm steps) — ideal for accurate product filtering and kitchen design planning.

Technical Specifications

Model SBM-161-HA-R290
Functions Blast chilling (soft/hard), freezing (soft/hard), thawing, retarder-proofer, proofing, pasteurisation, slow cooking to +85 °C, maintaining, drying, crystallisation, yogurt, chocolate melting
Tray capacity 16 × GN 1/1 or 16 × EN 600×400
Controls 7" touch colour display, heated 4-point core probe, alarms, USB, Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity for HACCP logging and remote service
Blast chill capacity 90 kg (+90 °C → +3 °C) in 90 min
Freeze capacity 60 kg (+90 °C → −18 °C) in 240 min
ISO 22042 (BC) 80 kg (+65 °C → +10 °C) in 120 min; 0.075 kWh/kg
ISO 22042 (BF) 50 kg (+65 °C → −18 °C) in 270 min; 0.25 kWh/kg
Operating range +85 °C to −40 °C
Refrigerant R290 (GWP 3), air-cooled, charge 2 × 150 g
Power 3N-AC 400 V, 50 Hz, 4.981 kW, 10.5 A
Cooling/Heating power Cooling 2.69 kW*, Heating 1.5 kW
Construction AISI stainless steel with Scotch-Brite finish, 60 mm PU insulation, rounded-corner chamber, ergonomic handle, 4-sided magnetic seal
Sanitisation HI-GIENE active-ion chamber sanitisation system
Dimensions (W×D×H) 790 × 870 × 1960 mm
Net/Gross weight 210 kg / 250 kg
Noise < 70 dB
Water connection Drain Ø 50 mm
Climate class 5
Standard equipment Removable AISI 304 grill panels with double L-guides, heated core probe, Wi-Fi, USB, HI-GIENE sanitisation
*BT −25 °C evap / +45 °C cond  

Key Features at a Glance

Multifunction production

  • Performs blast chilling, freezing, thawing, slow cooking, and pasteurisation in one cabinet
  • Includes retarder-proofer, proofing, drying, and chocolate/yogurt modes
  • Handles continuous or programmed cycles with precision temperature control

Smart control & connectivity

  • 7" touchscreen with intuitive graphic interface
  • Heated 4-point core probe for accurate monitoring
  • Built-in USB, Wi-Fi & Ethernet for HACCP logging and recipe upload/download

Hygiene & build quality

  • Active-ion HI-GIENE sanitisation system
  • Easy-clean stainless-steel chamber with rounded corners and suspended evaporator
  • Anti-condensation heater and 4-sided magnetic seal for hygiene and reliability

Energy & sustainability

  • Efficient air-cooled system using low-GWP R290 refrigerant
  • High-density 60 mm insulation minimises energy loss
  • Automatic defrost and condensate evaporation system

Safety & usability

  • Door micro-switch fan stop and anti-odour lock
  • Automatic storage mode at end of blast cycle
  • Multilevel operation and alarm viewing for process safety
SKU SBM-161-HA-R290
Weight 250.000000
Brand Friulinox
Warranty Cover 24 Months Parts And Labour
hwdyes No
Delivery Standard 3 to 5 Working Days
Chilling Capacity (Kg) 90
Freezing Capacity (Kg) 60
GN Compatible Yes
GN Supplied 0
Gastronorm 1/1 GN
Total GN Pans 16
Height (mm) 1960
Width (mm) 790
Depth (mm) 870
Internal Width 830
Internal Depth 970
Packed Height 2110
Defrost Type Automatic
Cooling Type Air Cooled
Footing Legs
Placement Free Standing
Number Of Doors 1
Door Type Right Hinged
Finish Stainless Steel
Noise Level (dB) 70
Chilling Time (mins) 90
Freezing Time (mins) 240
Power Supply Three Phase Hardwired
Refrigerant R290
Refrigerant Charge (g) 2 x 150
Climate Class 5

➕Parts and Labour Warranty (Full Warranty)

A 'Parts & Labour' or 'full' warranty means that should any mechanical components fail (due to manufacturer fault) causing break down or performance issues with your equipment, within the term of the warranty, the cost of replacement parts will be covered by the manufacturer. Any engineer charges incurred through a site visit, diagnosis and replacement of malfunctioning parts will also be covered.

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