{"product_id":"vulcan-restaurant-series-natural-gas-12-countertop-2-burner-hot-plate-50-000-btu-vcrh12","title":"Vulcan  - Restaurant Series Natural Gas 12” Countertop 2-Burner Hot Plate - 50,000 BTU - VCRH12","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVulcan  - Restaurant Series Natural Gas 12” Countertop 2-Burner Hot Plate - 50,000 BTU - VCRH12 \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffortlessly increase your restaurant’s production during the busiest food services with the Vulcan VCRH12 Restaurant Series Countertop 12” 2-Burner Gas Hot Plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you need a few extra burners to support your crowded commercial range or are looking to offer your customers more variety in your menu, Vulcan’s gas hot plate is an efficient solution that will save you hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith two powerful open burners, this countertop hot plate offers a total of 50,000 BTU\/hr of power, making it perfect for sautés, stir fry, and even reductions thanks to its excellent “turn down” abilities. Each burner has a two-piece design with lift-off heads that make them extremely easy to clean. The hot plate also features one trouble-free manual heat control valve per burner and uses a standing pilot ignition system to start up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front, sides, and top ledge of the hot plate are constructed out of stainless steel making it incredibly durable. It comes with two heavy-duty cast-iron top grates that will withstand the bustling environment of a commercial kitchen for years. It’s also equipped with 4-inch adjustable legs to provide you with a comfortable working height of 13 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vulcan 12-inch countertop hot plate is supplied with a natural gas connection but can be field converted to liquid propane with a conversion kit included with the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  font-weight:normal;overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg .tg-q213{background-color:#FFF;color:#1D1D1D;text-align:left;vertical-align:middle}\n.tg .tg-h8rs{background-color:rgba(224, 224, 224, 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data-start=\"357\"\u003eBuilt for Commercial Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"388\" data-start=\"385\"\u003eHeavy-duty \u003cstrong data-end=\"433\" data-start=\"401\"\u003estainless steel construction\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"458\" data-start=\"438\"\u003ecast-iron grates\u003c\/strong\u003e resist corrosion and wear, ensuring long service life in demanding restaurant environments. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"795\" data-start=\"590\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"795\" data-start=\"592\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"616\" data-start=\"592\"\u003ePrecise Heat Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"619\" data-start=\"616\"\u003eIndependent \u003cstrong data-end=\"665\" data-start=\"633\"\u003einfinite heat control valves\u003c\/strong\u003e on each burner give chefs exact temperature adjustment for varied dishes without guesswork. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1001\" data-start=\"797\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1001\" data-start=\"799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"830\" data-start=\"799\"\u003eEasy Cleaning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"830\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"860\" data-start=\"835\"\u003eLift-off burner heads\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-end=\"892\" data-start=\"867\"\u003efull-width crumb tray\u003c\/strong\u003e make daily cleanup fast and strain-free — a big win for busy kitchens. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1218\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1218\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1037\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003eFlexible Setup \u0026amp; Reliability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1040\" data-start=\"1037\"\u003eAdjustable legs let you match adjacent equipment height, and the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1134\" data-start=\"1107\"\u003estanding pilot ignition\u003c\/strong\u003e offers simple, reliable start-up every shift. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1454\" data-start=\"1220\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1454\" data-start=\"1222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1251\" data-start=\"1222\"\u003eOptimal Space Utilization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1254\" data-start=\"1251\"\u003eIts compact footprint saves valuable countertop space without sacrificing cooking capacity — ideal for tight stations, backup prep lines, or satellite kitchens. \u003cspan aria-describedby=\"radix-_r_1t_\" data-state=\"delayed-open\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm 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relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"5a064471-6526-4c75-8d1d-12fb074cc6f4\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"254\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"6\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is the \u003cem data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"19\"\u003eVulcan Restaurant Series Natural Gas 12” Countertop 2-Burner Hot Plate (VCRH12)\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003cbr data-end=\"104\" data-start=\"101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"110\" data-start=\"104\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e A professional-grade, commercial countertop hot plate with two burners designed for heavy-duty cooking in restaurants and foodservice kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"430\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"436\" data-start=\"430\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Who is this product for?\u003cbr data-end=\"464\" data-start=\"461\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"470\" data-start=\"464\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chefs, restaurateurs, caterers, food trucks, and commercial kitchens needing reliable, powerful countertop cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"594\" data-start=\"588\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How powerful are the burners?\u003cbr data-end=\"627\" data-start=\"624\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"633\" data-start=\"627\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 50,000 BTU total for quick heat-up and consistent cooking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"863\" data-start=\"712\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"712\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What are the benefits of natural gas?\u003cbr data-end=\"759\" data-start=\"756\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"765\" data-start=\"759\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Continuous heat without refilling fuel, cost-efficient operation, and stable temperature control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1011\" data-start=\"865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"871\" data-start=\"865\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is it easy to clean and maintain?\u003cbr data-end=\"908\" data-start=\"905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"914\" data-start=\"908\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — durable stainless surfaces and simple design make cleanup fast and maintenance low-effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1155\" data-start=\"1013\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1019\" data-start=\"1013\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Why choose this model?\u003cbr data-end=\"1045\" data-start=\"1042\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1051\" data-start=\"1045\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industry-trusted Vulcan quality, commercial durability, efficient performance, and space-saving design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"493\" data-start=\"280\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"493\" data-start=\"283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"306\" data-start=\"283\"\u003eDaily Clean \u0026amp; Wipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e After each shift, wipe down stainless surfaces, burners, and drip trays with mild detergent and warm water to prevent grease buildup and staining. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"685\" data-start=\"494\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"685\" data-start=\"497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"523\" data-start=\"497\"\u003eRemove \u0026amp; Soak Burners:\u003c\/strong\u003e When cool, lift off burners and grates; soak in warm soapy water to remove food debris and ensure even flame performance. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"686\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"717\" data-start=\"689\"\u003eInspect Gas Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regularly check gas lines and connections for leaks or wear; turn off gas if you detect odor and call a technician. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1027\" data-start=\"874\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1027\" data-start=\"877\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"901\" data-start=\"877\"\u003eCheck Flame Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure consistent blue flame; yellowing or irregular flames may signal clogged ports. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1028\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1031\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1052\" data-start=\"1031\"\u003eEmpty Drip Trays:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean crumb and grease trays at least daily to reduce fire hazards and improve hygiene. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1354\" data-start=\"1181\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1354\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1205\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003eVent Hood Upkeep:\u003c\/strong\u003e At least twice a year, clean and inspect exhaust hood and ventilation to maintain proper airflow and safety. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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