--- product_id: 7654100 title: "Cadco CSR-3T 14\" Portable Electric Hot Plate, 1500W, 120V, Stainless Steel" brand: "cadco" price: "$575.77" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Cadco" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/7654100-cadco-csr-3t-14-portable-electric-hot-plate-1500w-120v store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Stainless steel easy-clean surface 1500W high-power burner Robertshaw infinite heat control Cadco CSR-3T 14" Portable Electric Hot Plate, 1500W, 120V, Stainless Steel **Brand:** cadco **Price:** $575.77 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”₯ Cook Like a Pro Anywhere β€” Power Meets Precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Cadco CSR-3T 14" Portable Electric Hot Plate, 1500W, 120V, Stainless Steel by cadco - **How much does it cost?** $575.77 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/7654100-cadco-csr-3t-14-portable-electric-hot-plate-1500w-120v) ## Best For - cadco enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cadco brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Compact & Portable:** 14-inch countertop footprint perfect for food trucks, kiosks, and pop-ups. - β€’ **Safety-First Design:** Illuminated power switch and indicator light prevent accidental burns. - β€’ **Sleek Stainless Steel Build:** Durable, professional-grade finish that wipes clean in seconds. - β€’ **Powerful 1500W Tubular Burner:** Delivers rapid, even heating for flawless cooking every time. - β€’ **Precision Robertshaw Thermostat:** Infinite temperature control to master simmering, boiling, or frying. ## Overview The Cadco CSR-3T is a commercial-grade, 14-inch portable electric hot plate featuring a robust 8-inch tubular heating element powered by 1500 watts. Equipped with a Robertshaw thermostat for infinite heat control and a safety indicator light, it ensures precise cooking and user safety. Its stainless steel construction offers durability and effortless cleaning, making it ideal for professional kitchens, food trucks, and concession stands seeking reliable, high-performance cooking on the go. ## Description The Cadco CSR-3T 14" Electric Portable Countertop Hi-Power Hot Plate combines power and versatility, making it an essential addition to any commercial kitchen or portable cooking setup. Its tubular burner ensures even heating, providing consistent results for restaurant, hotel, food truck, concession, or kiosk operations. With its compact, stainless steel design, this Cadco hot plate delivers high performance while being easy to clean and maintain. The durable construction ensures longevity, even under heavy use, while the sleek design enhances any professional kitchen environment. Operating on 120 volts, this unit is perfect for those seeking a reliable solution for their cooking needs. Ideal for chefs on the go, the Cadco CSR-3T Electric Portable Hot Plate is designed for convenience and efficiency. Its single burner is perfect for sautΓ©ing, simmering, and boiling, making it a must-have for preparing a wide variety of dishes. Whether used as a primary cooking station or a supplementary heat source, this commercial hot plate provides professional-grade functionality in a compact form. The stainless steel finish not only looks professional but also resists wear, ensuring years of dependable service. Item Details: Portable Single Hi-Power Hot Plate Countertop Electric 14" W (1) 8" tubular burner Infinite heat control Signal light On/off rocker switch Stainless steel housing Non-skid feet 120v/60/1-ph 1500 watts 12.5 amps NEMA 5-15P UL cUL Review: Outstanding Quality and Works Perfectly - I couldn't be more pleased with this hot plate. It's commercial quality. Made in USA . You will be very impressed with the fast and even cooking you'll experience with this hot plate. First of all, it's made for restaurant/commercial use. That tells you a lot. It has a RobertShaw thermostat which is considered in the industry as a leader in electronic controls manufacturing. It also boasts an 8" coil. This large size coil provides the needed heat surface to cover most any pan or pot you put on it. It provides exceptional even cooking. You're probably saying, "but I use 12" frying pans" OK, but take a measurement off the bottom of the pan and most 12' pans only have about a 10" bottom that contacts the cooking surface. Even if your pan or pots exceed the large 8" coil, the pan or pot's own conductivity properties will distribute the heat properly to the fringe areas. They're made to do that. But, don't detract that capability from this extra large coil which really puts out the heat. There are some of these cooktops out there that have a cast iron covering and they look nicer. However, I had one before I bought this one and I believe the cast iron covering over the coil doesn't allow for 100% heat transfer to whatever you're cooking in. You get all the heat this baby generates transferred to your pot or pan. I have a very expensive Modern Maid stainless gas cook top with 4 burners and indoor BBQ built into it. We were very impressed looking at how classy it looked in the showroom. Cooking on it however, is another story. The 4 burners are circular with the gas jets running only around the circle not in X patterns like commercial burners which cover the whole bottom of your pan or pot with flame. I immediately noticed the perfect heat distribution over the entire cooking surface of the 12" pan I first used on this Cadco hot plate. I've been so used to shifting the pans around on the burners of the gas cook top during cooking that I was absolutely blown away how I could just let the pan stay put on this cook top and get the meal evenly and perfectly cooked. Keep in mind, this unit must be plugged into at least a 15 amp. circuit. We have a new 200 amp power panel and they're all 20 or 30 amp. so I don't have a power problem; but, if you have an old style fuse box you might. Check the circuit you plan to plug into before you buy. A 15 or 20 amp circuit should work fine. But you probably won't be able to use, say a toaster on the same circuit when you're cooking with this cook top. These things work best on their own dedicated circuit or without any other plugged in item working at the same time on the same circuit. Review: Wait! They DO make 'em like they used to! - The reviews for Cadco hot plates were positive, so I took a chance and ordered the CSR-3T. I've had it in daily use for over two months now and I am thrilled with the quality of this hot plate! Pros: * Sturdy construction with real metal throughout. * Fully-variable temperature ranges from the gentlest simmer to a full, rolling boil or hot fry. Being able to hold foods at a long, slow simmer was critical for my cooking needs, and this hot plate has exceeded all expectations!! * Wide base with dense rubber feet makes for stability even under heavy kettles of soup. * Heats up and cools down quickly. * Sides and base of unit are covered with vents and/or perforations; hot plate thus stays relatively cool even while cooking. * Independent, illuminated power toggle switch, plus power LED provide extra safety. It's very hard *not* to notice the unit is on! * Ingenious design makes for easy cleanup (see below). * Made in the USA! Cons: * Warranty is void if you spill food inside the unit. My experience however is this is rather difficult to do, since the entire area where food could enter the electrical section comprises two 3/4"x3/8" slots (see photos). * Hot plate is fairly large--a full 14" wide-- so be sure you have sufficient counter space. * Short power cord (1 meter) is a good safety feature, but might be inconvenient for some kitchens. Some reviewers have complained about cleanup being awkward, since the heating element is not fully removable. I'd like to say a word about that, as I have found cleanup quite easy: First, while the heating element is, indeed, permanently attached, it also lifts up easily to a high angle -- at least 60 degrees tilt. Second, the burner drip pan lifts right out, revealing a large cavity underneath. That means even if food slops through the center hole in the drip pan it will land in the large cavity where it is easy to sponge up. Third, the drip pan itself is stainless steel and (so far) almost effortless to wash. It is also a standard 8" size, so if it ends up stained or corroded you could easily order a cheap replacement. My only complaint relative to cleanup is that the trim ring around the base of the heating element is not easy to lift out, so grease tends to build up along the edge. It is held in with a tiny spring that might eventually break. These shortcomings seems minor to me, however, so I'm sticking with 5 stars. [UPDATE 2019-09-18] This was an excellent hot plate, and it did eventually wear out. In fact, it lasted two years almost to the day. However that was two years of heavy, daily use: 3 meals a day, 7 days a week, for two full years, including many spills, lots of banging around with big, full kettles of stew (etc). I basically beat the c**p out of this hot plate, and it still lasted two full years. I would have enjoyed it lasting another couple of years, but under those conditions I am not complaining. I thought folks might like to know. ## Features - 8" TUBULAR HEATING ELEMENT: This hot plate features a high speed tubular heating element that is 8 inches in diameter, perfect to accommodate a wide variety of pan and pot sizes. - ROBERTSHAW THERMOSTAT: As with other Cadco hot plates, this one has a Robertshaw thermostat that offers endless heat control to attain desired temperatures. - ON/OFF ROCKET SWITCH: An easy to use, quick to locate ON/OFF rocket switch operates the Cadco CSR-3T electric hotplate, located on the front of the machine. - SAFETY POWER LIGHT: The on/off rocket switch has a power light that indicates burner is turned on when lit, preventing the hot plate users from unexpected burns. - EASY TO CLEAN: With its stainless steel construction, this unit is not only heavy duty to withstand repeated use, but also, incredible simple to wipe clean. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003Z4A0CQ | | Best Sellers Rank | #65,461 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #63 in Commercial Cooking Equipment | | Brand | Cadco | | Brand Name | Cadco | | Color | Stainless Steel | | Controls Type | Knob | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 510 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00654796611034 | | Heating Element | Open | | Heating Elements | 1 | | Included Components | hot plate | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 12.25"D x 14"W x 4.13"H | | Item Type Name | Hot Plate | | Item Weight | 6.5 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Cadco | | Material | Stainless Steel | | Model Number | CSR-3T | | Number of Heating Elements | 1 | | Part Number | CSR-3T | | Power Source | electric | | Product Dimensions | 12.25"D x 14"W x 4.13"H | | Special Feature | Robertshaw thermostat, electric burner, burner cooktop, light burner, electronic stove top, stainless steel electric stoves for kitchen, portable stove double, plato caliente, plato caliente electrico, calentador electrico de alimentos Special Feature Robertshaw thermostat, electric burner, burner cooktop, light burner, electronic stove top, stainless steel electric stoves for kitchen, portable stove double, plato caliente, plato caliente electrico, calentador electrico de alimentos See more | | Special Features | Robertshaw thermostat, electric burner, burner cooktop, light burner, electronic stove top, stainless steel electric stoves for kitchen, portable stove double, plato caliente, plato caliente electrico, calentador electrico de alimentos | | UPC | 654796611034 735343656972 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 120 Volts | | Warranty Description | Cadco, Ltd. warrants all products (in the U.S. only to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase, Warranty does not apply in cases of misuse, abuse, or damage from external service or repair attempts by unauthorized personnel | | Wattage | 1500 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Cadco - **Burner type:** Open - **Color:** Stainless Steel - **Controls Type:** Knob - **Heating Elements:** 1 - **Material:** Stainless Steel - **Product Dimensions:** 12.25"D x 14"W x 4.13"H - **Voltage:** 120 Volts - **Wattage:** 1500 watts ## Images ![Cadco CSR-3T 14" Portable Electric Hot Plate, 1500W, 120V, Stainless Steel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7151Y5ktvoL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Has any one water bath or pressure canned with this?** A: I bought this specifically to use for pressure canning. It will do the job, but not very well. It takes 3 times as long to get the pressure up as it does on my kitchen stove. It is not powerful enough to do it properly. **Q: What's the lowest temperature the unit will work at** A: I don’t know. Thermostat on mine won’t work. It only works on high **Q: Can you use a cast iron skillet on this burner?** A: I checked the instructions. It only says do not use PLASTIV dishes. I imagine cast iron would be fine. **Q: How much weight will it hold, can it hold a large, full canner?** A: WE DO NOT SUGGEST USING A CANNER WITH THIS PRODUCT. IT HOLD MX 10 QTS, ABOUT 15 POUNDS AND THE POT CANNOT BE MORE THAN AN INCH LARGER THAN THE COILS, WHICH IS 8" ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Quality and Works Perfectly *by A***T on April 23, 2018* I couldn't be more pleased with this hot plate. It's commercial quality. Made in USA . You will be very impressed with the fast and even cooking you'll experience with this hot plate. First of all, it's made for restaurant/commercial use. That tells you a lot. It has a RobertShaw thermostat which is considered in the industry as a leader in electronic controls manufacturing. It also boasts an 8" coil. This large size coil provides the needed heat surface to cover most any pan or pot you put on it. It provides exceptional even cooking. You're probably saying, "but I use 12" frying pans" OK, but take a measurement off the bottom of the pan and most 12' pans only have about a 10" bottom that contacts the cooking surface. Even if your pan or pots exceed the large 8" coil, the pan or pot's own conductivity properties will distribute the heat properly to the fringe areas. They're made to do that. But, don't detract that capability from this extra large coil which really puts out the heat. There are some of these cooktops out there that have a cast iron covering and they look nicer. However, I had one before I bought this one and I believe the cast iron covering over the coil doesn't allow for 100% heat transfer to whatever you're cooking in. You get all the heat this baby generates transferred to your pot or pan. I have a very expensive Modern Maid stainless gas cook top with 4 burners and indoor BBQ built into it. We were very impressed looking at how classy it looked in the showroom. Cooking on it however, is another story. The 4 burners are circular with the gas jets running only around the circle not in X patterns like commercial burners which cover the whole bottom of your pan or pot with flame. I immediately noticed the perfect heat distribution over the entire cooking surface of the 12" pan I first used on this Cadco hot plate. I've been so used to shifting the pans around on the burners of the gas cook top during cooking that I was absolutely blown away how I could just let the pan stay put on this cook top and get the meal evenly and perfectly cooked. Keep in mind, this unit must be plugged into at least a 15 amp. circuit. We have a new 200 amp power panel and they're all 20 or 30 amp. so I don't have a power problem; but, if you have an old style fuse box you might. Check the circuit you plan to plug into before you buy. A 15 or 20 amp circuit should work fine. But you probably won't be able to use, say a toaster on the same circuit when you're cooking with this cook top. These things work best on their own dedicated circuit or without any other plugged in item working at the same time on the same circuit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wait! They DO make 'em like they used to! *by S***S on December 3, 2017* The reviews for Cadco hot plates were positive, so I took a chance and ordered the CSR-3T. I've had it in daily use for over two months now and I am thrilled with the quality of this hot plate! Pros: * Sturdy construction with real metal throughout. * Fully-variable temperature ranges from the gentlest simmer to a full, rolling boil or hot fry. Being able to hold foods at a long, slow simmer was critical for my cooking needs, and this hot plate has exceeded all expectations!! * Wide base with dense rubber feet makes for stability even under heavy kettles of soup. * Heats up and cools down quickly. * Sides and base of unit are covered with vents and/or perforations; hot plate thus stays relatively cool even while cooking. * Independent, illuminated power toggle switch, plus power LED provide extra safety. It's very hard *not* to notice the unit is on! * Ingenious design makes for easy cleanup (see below). * Made in the USA! Cons: * Warranty is void if you spill food inside the unit. My experience however is this is rather difficult to do, since the entire area where food could enter the electrical section comprises two 3/4"x3/8" slots (see photos). * Hot plate is fairly large--a full 14" wide-- so be sure you have sufficient counter space. * Short power cord (1 meter) is a good safety feature, but might be inconvenient for some kitchens. Some reviewers have complained about cleanup being awkward, since the heating element is not fully removable. I'd like to say a word about that, as I have found cleanup quite easy: First, while the heating element is, indeed, permanently attached, it also lifts up easily to a high angle -- at least 60 degrees tilt. Second, the burner drip pan lifts right out, revealing a large cavity underneath. That means even if food slops through the center hole in the drip pan it will land in the large cavity where it is easy to sponge up. Third, the drip pan itself is stainless steel and (so far) almost effortless to wash. It is also a standard 8" size, so if it ends up stained or corroded you could easily order a cheap replacement. My only complaint relative to cleanup is that the trim ring around the base of the heating element is not easy to lift out, so grease tends to build up along the edge. It is held in with a tiny spring that might eventually break. These shortcomings seems minor to me, however, so I'm sticking with 5 stars. [UPDATE 2019-09-18] This was an excellent hot plate, and it did eventually wear out. In fact, it lasted two years almost to the day. However that was two years of heavy, daily use: 3 meals a day, 7 days a week, for two full years, including many spills, lots of banging around with big, full kettles of stew (etc). I basically beat the c**p out of this hot plate, and it still lasted two full years. I would have enjoyed it lasting another couple of years, but under those conditions I am not complaining. I thought folks might like to know. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stellar and far better than the cheap electric burners on Amazon. *by T***R on March 2, 2026* Stellar and far better than the cheap electric burners on Amazon. Cooks much more evenly than the cheap burners. It is sturdy, heats up quickly, easy to use, easy to move, and great size for large pans. 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