Blue Air BLMT28-D2-HC 27" One-Section Mega Top Refrigerated Sandwich & Salad Prep Table with 2 Drawers
Blue Air BLMT28-D2-HC — 27" One-Section Mega Top Prep Table with Two Drawers
The BLMT28-D2-HC is the entry point into Blue Air Commercial Refrigeration's mega top prep table line — a single-section cabinet just 27-1/2" wide that still carries the full-size topping rail its bigger siblings are known for. Twelve 1/6 size pans sit across the mega top while two drawers below swallow 6" deep pans of backup product, and 7.0 cu. ft. of R-290 cooled storage holds everything at 33 °F to 39 °F. It is the model to specify when the menu needs variety but the equipment line does not have another five feet to give.
Key Features of the BLMT28-D2-HC
Shrinking a prep table usually means giving something up; the engineering below is what lets this one keep the topping variety, the cold-holding and the service access of a much wider cabinet.
Fits Where a Two-Section Won't
At 27-1/2" of line width and 33-11/64" deep, the single-section cabinet drops into gaps that a 48" or 60" prep table cannot reach — a corner build station, a satellite line, or the short run between a range and a wall.
Twelve-Pan Mega Top
The mega top rail carries twelve 1/6 size pans in a 4 × 3 grid, and the pans ship with the unit. An insulated cover with a stainless steel divider closes over the rail and keeps spillage out of the storage compartment underneath.
Two Drawers Instead of a Door
Both drawers are sized for 6" deep food pans, so par-cooked proteins and prepped produce come straight up to the cook rather than out of a low cabinet. Less time held open means less warm air pulled into 7.0 cu. ft. of space.
Air Guard Forced-Air Circulation
Fans push cold air through an air guard on the rear wall so the 33 °F to 39 °F range holds evenly across the drawers and the rail rather than pooling at the bottom. An electrodeposition coated evaporator keeps its heat-transfer rate and resists corrosion over the life of the unit.
R-290 With Cyclopentane Insulation
A self-contained 1/4 HP condensing unit is rear mounted and slides out for maintenance, charged with R-290 hydrocarbon refrigerant. The cabinet is foamed with cyclopentane, which contains no hydrofluorocarbons, and a hot gas frame heating system cuts condensation around the openings.
Self-Diagnostic Digital Control
A digital temperature control and monitor system gives a readable display for line checks and runs automatic evaporator fan motor delay to hold back frost. A visual and audible alarm sounds if the unit is left open, so a missed close during a rush does not become a spoilage claim.
Before you measure the gap: the 33-11/64" published depth is the cabinet only — add 2-3/8" for the cutting board that overhangs the front and 2-7/32" for the rear spacers. The 39-11/64" height is likewise cabinet-only; the standard 4" casters add 5". Optional 2.5" casters are available if the finished working height needs to come down.
Ideal Applications
This is the size operators reach for when cold prep has to happen inside a footprint that was never designed for it.
BLMT28-D2-HC Specifications
| Model | BLMT28-D2-HC |
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| Type | Mega top sandwich / salad prep table, one-section |
| Refrigerated Capacity | 7.0 cu. ft. |
| Pan Capacity (Top) | (12) 1/6 size pans, included |
| Drawers | (2), accommodate 6" deep pans |
| Doors | None — drawer base |
| Temperature Range | 33 °F – 39 °F |
| Exterior Width | 27-1/2" |
| Exterior Depth | 33-11/64" (843 mm), excl. cutting board & rear spacers |
| Exterior Height | 39-11/64" (995 mm), excl. casters |
| Cutting Board | 9-1/2" deep × 1/2" thick, side rail bracket included |
| Refrigeration System | Self-contained, rear-mounted, easy-sliding condensing unit |
| Refrigerant | R-290 hydrocarbon |
| Horsepower | 1/4 HP |
| Electrical | 115 V / 60 Hz / 1 phase, 4.2 amps |
| Plug / Cord | NEMA 5-15P on a 9.8 ft (3 m) flexible three-wire cord |
| Insulation | Cyclopentane, HFC-free |
| Construction | Stainless steel interior & exterior, galvanized steel back & bottom |
| Casters | (4) 4" swivel, front two braked (2.5" optional) |
| Net Weight | 187 lbs (85 kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 229 lbs (104 kg) |
| Certifications | cETLus, ETL-Sanitation, conforms to NSF/ANSI 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How wide is the BLMT28-D2-HC and will it fit a 28" opening?
The cabinet measures 27-1/2" across the front, so a nominal 28" gap is workable side to side. Plan the depth carefully instead: the 33-11/64" figure excludes the 2-3/8" cutting board overhang and 2-7/32" of rear spacers, which is where most tight installs run into trouble.
Why choose a mega top over a standard prep top on a unit this small?
A standard one-section top of this width carries far fewer pans, which forces a small operation to swap inserts mid-service. The mega top rail on the BLMT28-D2-HC holds twelve 1/6 size pans, so a full sandwich or salad spread stays out at once even though the cabinet below is only 7.0 cu. ft.
What can the two drawers actually hold?
Each drawer is built to take 6" deep food pans, which suits backup proteins, prepped vegetables, dressings or dough. Because there is no swing door on this model, everything in the base is reached by pulling straight out rather than crouching into a cabinet.
Does it need a special electrical circuit?
No. The BLMT28-D2-HC runs on 115 V, 60 Hz single-phase power and draws only 4.2 amps — among the lightest loads in the Blue Air mega top range. It arrives with a 9.8 ft flexible three-wire cord and a NEMA 5-15P plug for a standard wall receptacle.
How heavy is the unit and can one person move it?
Net weight is 187 lbs and it ships at 229 lbs, light enough that the four 4" swivel casters let a single person reposition it on a level floor. Set the two front brakes once it is in place so the cabinet does not drift while drawers are being pulled.
Is this Blue Air prep table certified for foodservice use?
Yes. The BLMT28-D2-HC carries cETLus electrical listing and ETL-Sanitation listing, and conforms to NSF/ANSI 7 for refrigerated food-storage equipment. That combination is what most US health jurisdictions look for on a commercial sandwich and salad prep table.
| Brand | Blue Air Commercial Refrigeration |
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| SKU | BLMT28-D2-HC |
| Brand | Blue Air Commercial Refrigeration |
| Weight | 229.00 lbs |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 44.25 x 27.50 x 37.28 inches |
| Height | 44.25 |
| Width | 27.50 |
| Depth | 37.28 |
| Pan Capacity (Top) | 12 pan |
| Width (side - side) | 27" - 31" wide |
| Access Type | drawers |
| Refrigeration | self-contained, rear mounted |
| No of Drawers | 2 drawers |
| Exterior Finish | all stainless steel exterior |
| Compressor Style | side / rear breathing |
| Sections | 1 section |
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