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- Stock: In Stock
- Brand: TurcoBazaar
- Model: R12
- Dimensions: 30.00cm x 30.00cm x 44.00cm
- SKU: R12
- MPN: R12
- Location: London
The R12 electric tea urn brews and holds 9 litres of tea, serving approximately 80 cups per cycle. Operates with automatic temperature control to maintain brewing heat without manual adjustment. Used in catering kitchens, hotel breakfast service, cafes, and event venues requiring continuous hot beverage supply.
Commercial Application
Commercial tea service demands consistent temperature and volume throughput during peak hours. This urn eliminates repeated kettle boiling by maintaining brewed tea at serving temperature in a single insulated vessel. Water and tea level indicators allow staff to monitor supply without opening the unit.
During breakfast buffets or conference breaks, the 80-cup capacity covers extended service periods without refilling. Automatic heat control cycles power to hold temperature between 85–95°C, preserving flavour without scorching. The tap dispenses directly into cups, reducing handling time per serve.
Key Operational Advantages
- 9-litre capacity serves approximately 80 standard 110ml cups per brew cycle
- 304-grade stainless steel body and internal reservoir resist corrosion and meet food contact hygiene standards
- Automatic thermostat cycles heating element to maintain brew temperature without operator input
- Separate water and tea level indicators visible on exterior body
- Single dispense tap positioned 12cm above base allows clearance for standard cups and mugs
- CE certified for commercial kitchen electrical safety and hygiene compliance
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | R12 |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 3 × 3 × 4 cm (1.2 × 1.2 × 1.7 in) |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
| Weight | 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) |
Construction & Build Quality
Body and internal reservoir are fabricated from 304-grade stainless steel with welded seams. Heating element is sheathed and rated for continuous-duty commercial use. External finish is brushed stainless steel; internal surfaces are polished to prevent tannin accumulation.
- 304 stainless steel body and brew chamber
- Welded construction with polished internal surfaces
- Sheathed commercial-grade heating element
- Insulated double-wall body to reduce external surface temperature
Suitable Operations
- Commercial kitchens
- Hotel prep areas
- Restaurant kitchens
- Catering production facilities
- Food processing operations
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar supplies this electric tea urn from UK stock to commercial operators across the United Kingdom, Europe, USA, Canada, Middle East, and Africa. All units are CE certified and ship with UK-standard electrical components. International orders are configured with appropriate plug types and voltage specifications upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What grade of stainless steel is used in the body and brew chamber?
A: The R12 uses 304-grade stainless steel for all food-contact surfaces, including the body and internal reservoir. This grade resists corrosion from tannins and cleaning chemicals used in commercial kitchens.
Q: Can the temperature setting be adjusted manually?
A: The unit uses a fixed-range thermostat calibrated to maintain brew temperature between 85–95°C. Manual adjustment is not required; the thermostat cycles the heating element automatically to hold this range.
Q: What is the power consumption during brewing and holding phases?
A: Power rating is approximately 2.2 kW during initial heating. During the holding phase, the thermostat cycles the element intermittently, reducing average consumption to approximately 0.4–0.6 kW per hour depending on ambient temperature.
Q: Does the unit require a water supply line or is it manually filled?
A: The R12 is manually filled via the top lid. It does not connect to a water supply line. Water level indicator shows fill status before brewing.
Q: What descaling schedule is recommended for hard water areas?
A: In hard water regions, descale the heating element and internal reservoir every 40–60 brew cycles using food-safe descaling solution. Frequency depends on local water hardness; weekly descaling may be required in very hard water areas.