The Apuro HT497-A Commercial Oil Pump Chamber Vacuum Sealer is an advanced, high-performance food preservation machine engineered for Australian restaurants, cafes, butcher shops, catering operations, and commercial prep kitchens. Designed to pack liquids, raw meats, cheeses, pre-cooked dishes, and delicate produce quickly and securely, this heavy-duty unit features a spacious 9-litre chamber tank paired with a powerful 800W oil vacuum pump for fast, whisper-quiet air extraction and leak-free double sealing.
Equipped with intelligent Smart Vac technology, the HT497-A automatically detects the bag size and food volume to optimize vacuum levels without requiring manual calculations. For total culinary control, operators can switch seamlessly to manual mode, monitor vacuum levels via the integrated pressure gauge, or utilize the built-in marinate function to infuse flavour into meats and vegetables in minutes. Constructed from easy-clean stainless steel with a maximum bag width capacity of 300mm, this 10A unit brings industrial sealing reliability to any commercial benchtop.
Why Choose the Apuro HT497-A Chamber Vacuum Packing Machine?
Choosing the Apuro HT497-A Commercial Chamber Vacuum Sealer equips kitchen staff with an automated, user-friendly, and highly efficient preservation station engineered for daily heavy trade.
Key reasons commercial operators specify the Apuro HT497-A include:
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Spacious 9L Chamber Capacity: Generous 9-litre deep stainless steel chamber accommodates vacuum pouches up to 300mm wide, effortlessly handling bulk meats and liquid-based dishes.
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Intelligent Smart Vac Automation: Smart sensors automatically calculate exact vacuum times based on bag dimensions and product density, saving time and ensuring consistent sealing results.
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Powerful 800W Oil Pump Performance: Heavy-duty oil vacuum pump delivers rapid air extraction with significantly reduced operational noise compared to dry-pump alternatives.
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Dual Seal Wire System: Features twin sealing wires across the 300mm bar to create strong, leak-free, double seals that withstand sous-vide cooking, freezer storage, and transit.
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Dedicated Marinate Function: Specialized marinating program cycles vacuum pressure to rapidly open food fibers, pulling marinades deep into proteins in a fraction of the traditional time.
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Manual Control & Visual Pressure Gauge: Allows operators to manually fine-tune vacuum times for delicate produce, monitored in real time via an intuitive front pressure gauge.
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User-Friendly Internal Bag Clamp: Built-in clamp keeps smooth vacuum pouches flat and securely in place across the sealing bar, preventing bag slippage or product spills.
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Easy-Clean Stainless Steel Housing: Commercial-grade stainless steel body and seamless chamber wipe down effortlessly to maintain high kitchen hygiene standards.
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Standard Australian 10A Plug Setup: Drawing 800 Watts on single-phase 220–240V power, the unit plugs directly into standard Australian 10 Amp wall outlets.
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Brand / Model |
Apuro HT497-A |
| Product Type |
Commercial Oil Pump Chamber Vacuum Packing Machine |
| Chamber Capacity |
9.0 Litres |
| Maximum Bag Width |
300 mm |
| Pump Type & Rating |
800W High-Performance Oil-Lubricated Pump |
| Sealing System |
Dual Seal Wires (300mm Bar Length) |
| Control Modes |
Smart Vac Auto-Detection, Manual Mode & Marinate Function |
| Pressure Monitoring |
Analogue Front Pressure Gauge |
| Material Construction |
Heavy-Duty Food-Grade Stainless Steel Housing & Chamber |
| Internal Fixtures |
User-Friendly Bag Clamp Assembly |
| External Dimensions (mm) |
359 (W) x 366 (H) x 450 approx. (D) |
| Net Weight |
22.1 kg |
| Electrical Power |
220–240V / 50Hz / Single Phase (800W / Standard AU 10A Plug) |
| Warranty |
2 Years Commercial Parts & Labour Warranty |
Maintenance & Oil Notice: This unit requires commercial vacuum pump oil for ongoing operation and maintenance (sold separately, Part No. JZ575). Please contact our friendly sales team for oil pricing and maintenance guidelines.
Delivery & Freight Notice: Shipping rates vary across Australia depending on your location. Please contact our commercial sales team for a custom freight quote if delivery is required for a residential or non-commercial address.
Operating & Cleaning Guidelines
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Setup & Bag Loading: Place a filled smooth vacuum pouch inside the 9L stainless steel chamber. Secure the open edge of the bag under the internal bag clamp, ensuring it lies flat across the 300mm dual seal bar.
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Cycle Selection: Close the transparent acrylic lid. Select Smart Vac mode for automatic sensing, choose the Marinate function for fast flavour infusion, or adjust vacuum duration manually while observing the pressure gauge.
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End-of-Shift Sanitisation: Unplug the power cord. Wipe down the internal stainless steel chamber and dual sealing bar with a warm damp cloth. Check the pump oil sight glass regularly and top up with recommended vacuum pump oil (JZ575) as required.
N.B Images are for illustrative purposes only. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
