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Commercial Microwaves vs Home Microwaves |
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Saturday, 28 April 2007 |
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People often wonder why commercial microwaves can be very expensive when compared to home microwaves. When they see product pictures in catalogs, they don’t get a real idea of the difference. After all, microwaves all look pretty much the same. The difference, however, is mainly down to capacity. While a home microwave may be sufficient to heat up a meal for a few people, commercial microwaves are so much more. It’s best to think of them as small ovens. In this article we’ll compare the two types: commercial microwaves vs. home microwaves.
The average home microwave will usually have a capacity of something in the region of 20 cubic liters. This is usually enough to suit the purposes of the average home – with the added bonus that it will fit on a counter top and not overwhelm the kitchen. However, 20 cubic liter microwaves would be of absolutely no use to the average restaurant or diner. Eating establishments require a microwave that will heat large amounts of food extremely quickly, and a home microwave just doesn’t cut it. And so, the average commercial microwave will have a capacity of several times more than even the largest home microwave.One benefit of using a commercial microwave is that they often come with a special warranty that covers commercial use. If a diner uses a home microwave their warranty may not be valid – most appliances meant for use in the home are not designed to take the stresses of continual use, so the manufacturers hesitate to cover them in a standard warranty. The golden rule is this: if you run an eating establishment, choosing a commercial microwave over a home microwave will save a lot of headaches in the long run. |
