Southbend®
Electric Steam Kettle, Stationary Tri-Leg 2/3 Full Jacket, 30 Gallon — 18KW, 240V, 3PH
Model KELS-30F_18KW_240V_3PH · by Middleby
Price as of Aug 3, 2026. Delivery and installation quoted with your order.
The KELS Full Jacket Electric Steam Tri-Leg Kettle's listed electrical operation options are rated 50/60 Hz. KELS-30F. The KELS-30F kettle capacity is 30 gallons (114 liters). The KELS-30F has standard available electrical capacity of 18 kW. The KELS kettle is specified for operation at 240 VAC in its 3-phase option. The controls shall be integrally mounted and shall include a power switch, thermostat, pilot light, low water light, vacuum/pressure gauge, safety relief valve and low water shut off. The KELS kettle's steam system is self-generating. The food-contact interior liner of the KELS kettle is standard 316 stainless steel for high-acid-content cooking. Construction shall be all welded #4 finish stainless steel, type 304. The KELS kettle is standard with a 2-inch (50 mm) sanitary draw-off valve. The KELS kettle convenience-feature cover is spring-assisted.
Specifications
- Capacity
- 30 gal
- ENERGY STAR certified
- No
- Fuel type
- electric
- NSF certified
- Yes
- Open kitchen enabled
- No
- Outdoor use
- indoor only
- Overall width
- 33.75 in
- Phase
- 3-phase
- Plug type
- field wired per local code
- Product or accessory
- product
- Professional installation required
- Yes
- Stainless steel grade
- 316 stainless steel
- Steam jacket coverage
- full steam jacket around the full kettle
- Voltage
- 240 V
- lid included
- Yes
For exact dimensions and utility requirements, see the spec sheet.