Spaceman USA 6690-CL Countertop Frozen Drink Machine, 1 Flavor, Ultra High Output, 208-230V
Spaceman USA 6690-CL — Ultra High-Output Countertop Frozen Drink Machine
The Spaceman 6690-CL is the volume machine in the countertop line: one flavor, a 7.3-quart freezing cylinder, an oversized 21.2-quart pre-cooled hopper, and an output of 90 quarts per hour — up to 360 eight-ounce drinks, or about 240 ten-ounce cups, every hour. An 8,000 BTU main compressor and a dedicated 480 BTU pre-cooling compressor keep that pace up instead of fading after the first rush.
What separates it from the rest of the range is the drivetrain: a 1.25 HP beater motor and a control mechanism engineered specifically for milkshakes, so the same barrel that pours frozen margaritas at midnight pours thick shakes, smoothies, açaí and frozen coffee at lunch. Note the power requirement — this is a 208-230V single-phase machine on a NEMA L6-20 twist-lock plug, not a 115V unit.
Key Features of the 6690-CL
Ultra-high output only matters if the machine holds it. These are the components that let the 6690-CL run flat out through a stadium gate rush or a hotel pool weekend.
8,000 BTU Fast Freeze System
Spaceman's patented 100% Controlled Contact Flooded Evaporator, driven by an 8,000 BTU main compressor, delivers the fastest freeze-down and recovery in the line and pushes 90 quarts of finished product per hour.
1.25 HP Milkshake Drivetrain
A heavy drivetrain and matched control mechanism handle the torque that thick shakes demand, holding a rich, creamy consistency where a lighter beater motor would bog down or serve thin.
21.2 qt Hopper with 480 BTU Pre-Cooling
Unlike the solenoid pre-cooling on the 115V models, the 6690-CL carries a dedicated 480 BTU pre-cooling compressor, chilling a full 21.2 quarts of mix before it enters the cylinder and shortening freeze-down on refills.
V3 Single-Piece Auger
One over-molded plastic-and-steel assembly replaces the separate drive shaft and auger — fewer wear parts, faster cleaning, and a precise cylinder-wall scrape that keeps ice crystals small and texture smooth.
RGB Display & Low-Mix Protection
An RGB low-level display flashes red when mix runs down, and low-mix freeze protection puts the machine into standby automatically so an empty barrel never freezes itself solid mid-service.
Built-In Protection Package
Low-temperature and thermal cutouts, motor overload protection and a high-pressure compressor switch guard the machine through the long duty cycles that high-volume venues put on it.
Electrical note — this is not a 115V machine: the 6690-CL requires a dedicated 208-230V, 60Hz, single-phase circuit and ships with an 8-foot cord terminating in a NEMA L6-20 twist-lock plug. A matching L6-20 receptacle must be installed at the location before delivery; it will not run from a standard 115V outlet, and no adapter substitutes for the correct circuit. If you need high output on 115V power, look at the 6650-CL instead.
Ideal Applications
This is equipment for operations where frozen drinks are a line item, not an afterthought — high throughput, long service hours, and a menu that spans shakes to cocktails.
6690-CL Specifications
| Model | 6690-CL (6690-C) |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Countertop, single flavor, non-carbonated cylinder type |
| Output / Capacity | 90 qt per hour — up to 360 x 8 oz drinks (about 240 x 10 oz cups) |
| Flavors | 1 |
| Freezing Cylinder Volume | 7.3 qt |
| Hopper Volume | 21.2 qt, refrigerated with pre-cooling |
| Voltage | 208-230V |
| Phase | 1-phase, 60Hz |
| Plug Type | NEMA L6-20 twist-lock |
| Main Compressor | 8,000 BTU |
| Pre-Cooling Compressor | 480 BTU |
| Beater Motor | 1.25 HP |
| Width | 17.9 in |
| Depth | 25.9 in |
| Height | 33.0 in |
| Weight | 307 lbs |
| Ships From | Houston, TX |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drinks per hour does the Spaceman 6690-CL make?
Up to 90 quarts per hour, which is about 360 eight-ounce drinks or roughly 240 ten-ounce cups. Product comes from a 7.3-quart freezing cylinder fed by a 21.2-quart refrigerated hopper.
What power does the 6690-CL require?
A dedicated 208-230V, 60Hz, single-phase circuit with a NEMA L6-20 twist-lock receptacle. The machine ships with an 8-foot cord and L6-20 plug. It is not a 115V machine and will not run from a standard outlet, so the correct circuit must be in place before delivery.
Is the 6690-CL the same machine as the 6690-C?
Yes. Spaceman lists this unit as 6690-CL on current spec sheets, while some catalogs and price lists show it as 6690-C. Both codes refer to the same 208-230V single-flavor countertop frozen beverage machine.
Can the 6690-CL actually make milkshakes?
Yes, and that is what separates it from the 115V models. A 1.25 HP beater motor and a control mechanism engineered for shakes provide the torque needed for a thick, creamy pour, alongside smoothies, frozen coffee and frozen cocktails.
How does the pre-cooling on this model differ from the smaller units?
The 6690-CL uses a dedicated 480 BTU pre-cooling compressor rather than a solenoid, chilling the full 21.2-quart hopper of mix before it reaches the freezing cylinder. That shortens freeze-down after refills and supports overnight storage of dairy-based mixes.
Will it fit on a standard counter?
It is a countertop machine at 17.9 inches wide, 25.9 inches deep and 33.0 inches tall, but it weighs 307 lbs, so the counter and any transport route need to be rated for that load.
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| SKU | 6690-C |
| Brand | Spaceman USA |
| Weight | 336.00 lbs |
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