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Hot Plate and Fryer Heating Elements: Cast Elements for Cooking Tops and Deep Fryers

Maintenance & Spare Parts · 30 October 2026 · 1 min read

Hot Plate and Fryer Heating Elements: Cast Elements for Cooking Tops and Deep Fryers

Cast hot plates and deep fryers share a tough job: they heat heavy loads for hours. Their elements are built differently, so it pays to know which one you need.

Square Hot Plate Heating Element EN-068 (30x30 / 40x40 cm)
Square Hot Plate Heating Element EN-068 (30x30 / 40x40 cm) · View product

Round hot plate elements

Round cast hot plates come in standard diameters. The hot plate element is offered in Q14.5, Q18 and Q22 sizes, and the 4-terminal version gives separate heat steps. Other sizes include Ø115 and Ø220, plus a round cast element.

Square plates

Heavy-duty kitchens use the square hot plate element in 30x30 and 40x40 cm sizes, often on three-phase supply.

Cup-type cast elements

The cup-type cast element (1400 W) has a conical shape for special appliances.

Fryer Heating Element EN-064 (2750 W / 3000 W)
Fryer Heating Element EN-064 (2750 W / 3000 W) · View product

Fryer elements

Ordering tips

  1. Note power and voltage from the old element
  2. Measure diameter, length and terminal layout
  3. Tell us if your supply is single-phase or three-phase

Browse all fryer and hot plate elements and read our guide to fryer elements.

Frequently asked questions

What does Q14.5, Q18 and Q22 mean?

They are the plate diameters in centimetres, with different power ratings for each size.

Do I need a three-phase element?

Large square plates and big fryers often use 380-400 V three-phase supply. Check your machine plate.

How should I protect a hot plate?

Keep spills off the plate and avoid running it empty for long periods.

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