Luus NC-60 9 Basket Gas Noodle Cooker 600mm | 316 Stainless Tank 78Mj

The Luus NC-60 Commercial 9 Basket Gas Noodle Cooker (600mm Wide) is an ultra-high-volume boiling station engineered specifically for Australian ramen bars, Asian noodle houses, yum cha eateries, Italian pasta kitchens, and commercial catering operations. Measuring 600 mm Wide x 800 mm Deep x 1100 mm High (with an ergonomic 900 mm working hob height) and weighing 84 kg, this freestanding cooking powerhouse is built around an expansive 50-litre water bath powered by a heavy-duty 78 Mj/h multi-jet gas burner. Featuring a corrosion-proof 1.5mm marine-grade 316 stainless steel tank, an integrated continuous starch overflow skimmer, a fixed-position rear water filling spout, precision thermostatic temperature regulation, and nine individual portion baskets, the NC-60 delivers instant thermal recovery and consistent texture across peak trading rushes.

Why Australian commercial kitchens choose the Luus NC-60:

• High-power 78 Mj/h multi-jet burner — produces rapid initial boil cycles and fast thermal recovery when submerging multiple baskets of chilled ramen, frozen wontons, thick udon, or fresh egg noodles simultaneously.

• Corrosion-resistant 1.5mm marine-grade 316 stainless steel tank — engineered with high molybdenum content to prevent severe pitting corrosion, chloride attack, and pinholing from continuous boiling salted water and acidic broths.

• Generous 50-litre high-capacity water reservoir — expansive water mass resists drastic temperature drops during high-turnover service, maintaining a steady rolling boil.

• Standard 9-basket portion configuration — supplied complete with nine 0.7mm 304 perforated stainless steel baskets, enabling kitchen staff to boil distinct portion sizes, varieties, or cook-times side by side without cross-contamination.

• Continuous water-purifying overflow system — integrated skimming gutter continuously flushes foaming surface starches down the drain, keeping the water clear, preventing messy boilovers, and eliminating gummy residue on noodles.

• Efficient fixed rear water filling spout — dedicated rear water inlet spout with front panel valve controls allows staff to top up water levels safely without reaching across scalding steam and boiling water.

• Fiberfrax Durablanket thermal insulation — heavily insulated tank sides trap heat efficiently, lowering radiant kitchen temperatures and reducing hourly gas consumption.

• Comprehensive safety protection — equipped with continuous standing pilot, push-button piezo ignition, flame failure safety shut-off (FFD), and an automated high-temperature cut-out switch.

• Extended 24-month Platinum Warranty — backed by Luus with a 1-Year commercial parts and labour warranty, extendable to a 2-Year Platinum Warranty upon free product registration.

Technical Specifications

Daily Care, Maintenance & End-of-Shift Sanitisation

1. Never Fire the Tank Dry: Ensure the 50L tank is filled with water above the minimum water line before lighting the main burner. Running the burner with a dry tank will trip the high-temperature safety cut-out and can cause permanent thermal warping to internal welds.

2. Operate Continuous Starch Skimming: Keep the rear water filling spout trickling fresh water during peak rushes. Incoming water forces frothy, starchy scum across the front overflow weir and down the drain, keeping the water clean and preventing foam from boiling over.

3. End-of-Service Draining: Extinguish the burners and allow the water to cool to a safe temperature. Open the 1" safety ball valve located behind the lower front door to empty the tank into an approved floor waste or commercial tundish.

4. Tank Sanitisation & Salting Protocols: Never drop coarse rock salt or granular table salt directly into an unheated or cold tank, as undissolved salt settling on the floor can cause localised pitting corrosion. Always dissolve salt directly into actively boiling water. Wash down the tank, basket rack, and perforated baskets daily with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge.

5. Periodic Descaling: Mineral limescale from tap water naturally builds up on the tank base over time. Descale the water tank every 2 to 4 weeks using an approved commercial food-safe descaling solution to ensure rapid thermal transfer and prevent sensor mis-readings.

Gas, Plumbing & Installation Guidelines

The Luus NC-60 is an industrial commercial gas cooking appliance requiring professional commissioning:

1. Authorised Trade Installation: Must be installed, connected, and tested by a licensed gas fitter and licensed plumber in strict compliance with current AS/NZS 5601 gas regulations, AS/NZS 3500 plumbing codes, and local municipal health bylaws. A formal gas compliance certificate must be retained to maintain warranty coverage.

2. Gas Supply Line & Sizing: Consumes 78 Mj/h and requires a dedicated 3/4" BSP gas connection line with an accessible isolation valve. Specify Natural Gas or LPG when ordering to ensure the appliance is supplied with the correct factory-calibrated gas regulator.

3. Plumbing & Trade Waste: Requires a 1/2" copper mains cold water supply line. The 1" BSP male drain outlet must discharge via an indirect connection into an approved commercial floor tundish or grease interceptor trap compliant with local council trade-waste regulations.

4. Ventilation Clearances: Must be positioned directly beneath an approved commercial kitchen exhaust extraction hood compliant with AS 1668.2. Maintain a minimum clearance of 150 mm from combustible walls, or 50 mm from non-combustible building partitions.

Freight & Delivery Notice

Standard commercial freight delivery is available Australia-wide to commercial premises with level access or a loading dock. Due to the 84 kg net weight and large crated dimensions (640 x 860 x 1260 mm, 104 kg gross), delivery to residential or non-commercial addresses requires a customised tail-lift freight quote. Please contact our commercial sales team prior to ordering to confirm site access details, doorway clearances, and your required gas type (Natural Gas or LPG).

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is marine-grade 316 stainless steel used for the water tank?

While standard commercial kitchen equipment uses 304 grade stainless steel, noodle and pasta boilers operate continuously with boiling salted water. Marine-grade 316 stainless steel contains molybdenum, which prevents pitting corrosion, crevice attack, and premature floor leaks caused by high-temperature chloride exposure.

How does the water-purifying overflow system function?

Cooking high volumes of fresh noodles releases loose starches into the water, forming a thick, starchy foam that causes messy boil overs and leaves noodles with a slimy mouthfeel. The NC-60 features an integrated front overflow gutter. By allowing a trickle of fresh water to enter from the rear spout, surface starches are continuously skimmed over the weir and flushed down the drain.

Can the baskets rest above the water to drain?

Yes. The unit includes a heavy-duty 1.2mm 304 stainless steel drain-back rack positioned above the rear of the tank. Chefs can hook the baskets onto the rack immediately after cooking, allowing excess boiling water to drain back into the reservoir before portioning.

Can this unit be used for dishes other than Asian noodles?

Yes. With an adjustable thermostat and high-capacity 50L bath, the NC-60 is suitable for boiling dried and fresh Italian pasta, blanching Asian greens, boiling dumplings, wontons, gnocchi, and par-cooking root vegetables in bulk.

How do I activate the 2-year Platinum Warranty?

The Luus NC-60 comes standard with a 1-Year commercial parts and labour warranty. Australian venue operators can upgrade this coverage to a 2-Year Platinum Warranty at no extra charge by completing the online product registration with Luus Australia within the designated registration window following installation.

N.B Images are for illustrative purposes only. Specifications are subject to change without notice.