Restaurant 1-Compartment Sink with No Drainboards - 24" Stainless Steel - Will Call Pickup at 11 US Warehouses
1-Compartment Commercial Sink with No Drainboards (24" Overall, 18x18x12 Bowl)
This 1-compartment commercial sink fits a full 18 by 18 by 12 inch bowl into a 24 inch wide footprint, making it the smallest practical option when wall space is tight but a full-size prep or rinse bowl is still required. Overall dimensions are 24 inches wide by 24 inches deep, and 44-1/2 inches tall to the top of the rear backsplash. The bowl, deck, and backsplash are formed from one sheet of 18-gauge stainless steel, fused and polished into a single sanitary unit. Galvanized legs and adjustable ABS bullet feet keep the sink stable on uneven kitchen floors.
There are no drainboards on this model. The sink is bowl-only with the deck wrapping cleanly to the front, sides, and 8 inch rear backsplash. Large radius corners both vertically and horizontally make the bowl easy to wipe down, and all exposed welds are ground smooth and polished to blend into the satin finish on the deck. The unit ships NSF listed for commercial foodservice and carries a 90-day workmanship warranty. Faucets are sold separately. This sink may be damaged during standard freight shipping, so pickup is the recommended fulfillment method.
Will call pickup only. Available at 11 US warehouse locations: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orlando, Chicago, Denver, Dallas, Boston, Newark, Atlanta, Houston, and Cleveland. Need this sink shipped anywhere in the US instead? Order the equivalent BK Resources 1-compartment sink with no drainboards (BKS-1-18-12), which is built for nationwide LTL freight and includes a BKDR-4 drain.
Best Use Cases for a 1-Compartment Sink with No Drainboards
- Tight prep areas where wall space is the limiting factor and a drainboard cannot be accommodated
- Bar back-of-house spaces where the sink sits between two existing fixtures
- Coffee shop and cafe rinse stations for milk pitchers, blender jars, and steam wand cloths
- Pizzeria and sandwich shop hand-prep washing under 24 inches of available wall
- Food truck and concession trailer rinse stations where every inch of length matters
- Catering kitchens needing a dedicated dump or pre-rinse bowl next to a worktable
- Small-volume kitchens, churches, and schools that already have a separate dish-machine line
- Retail bakery decorating and tool-rinse stations placed between worktables
Why Choose the No-Drainboard Layout
The "N" in MRSA-1-N stands for no drainboard. This is the right choice when the prep zone already has adjacent landing surfaces (a worktable, a drainboard table, or a second sink with a drainboard) and the only thing missing is a bowl. By stripping the drainboards off, the overall length drops from 39 inches (left or right drainboard variant) or 54 inches (dual drainboard variant) down to just 24 inches, which can be the difference between fitting a sink into a buildout and not.
The trade-off is that there is no built-in landing zone for rinsed items. Plan to place this sink directly next to a worktable, a drainboard, or a wall shelf so wet items have somewhere to go after they leave the bowl.
Bowl Capacity and What Fits in 18 by 18 by 12
The 18 by 18 by 12 inch bowl holds approximately 14 gallons of water at the rim, or about 117 pounds of water at full capacity. In practical terms the bowl will accept a full-size 18 by 26 inch sheet pan on a slight diagonal, two half-size 13 by 18 sheet pans flat, a 12 by 20 hotel pan with room to spare, stockpots up to roughly 16 inches in diameter, and standard bus tubs and gray dish boxes. The 12 inch depth gives enough clearance to fully submerge most prep cookware without water sloshing over the rear backsplash.
One-Piece 18-Gauge Stainless Construction
The bowl, deck, and 8 inch rear backsplash are drawn from a single sheet of 18-gauge stainless steel. There are no welded seams along the bowl-to-deck transition, so there is no joint for grease, soap residue, or food particles to collect in. All exposed welds at the legs and corners are ground smooth and polished to match the satin finish on the deck. Vertical and horizontal corners are formed with a large radius, which makes the bowl interior easier to wipe down and meets the radius-corner requirements common in NSF and local health code reviews.
Legs, Feet, and Working Height
Legs are galvanized steel at 21-1/2 inches, which puts the deck working height at approximately 33-3/4 inches off the floor. Feet are adjustable ABS bullet feet that thread up and down for floor leveling. Note that the no-drainboard variant uses a slightly shorter 21-1/2 inch leg compared to the 22-1/2 inch leg on the drainboard variants in this series, so deck height runs about 1 inch lower on this model. Plan adjacent worktable and drainboard heights accordingly if you want a flush deck transition.
Faucet Holes and Drain Hardware
The rear backsplash is pre-punched for a deck-mount faucet on 8 inch centers behind the bowl. Faucets are sold separately, which is standard for commercial compartment sinks because operators usually have a preferred spout length, swing radius, and pre-rinse style for the application. Drain hardware is also not included, so plan to purchase a basket strainer, a lever-handle waste valve, or a rotary-handle drain to match local plumbing code and the kitchen's grease management setup. Most operators specify a 1-1/2 inch lever drain for prep applications and a 2 inch drain for higher-volume rinse duty.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model Number | MRSA-1-N |
| Configuration | 1 compartment, no drainboards |
| Overall Length | 24 inches |
| Overall Depth | 24 inches |
| Overall Height | 44-1/2 inches (to top of backsplash) |
| Bowl Size | 18 inches L x 18 inches W x 12 inches D |
| Drainboards | None |
| Backsplash Height | 8 inches |
| Working Deck Height | Approximately 33-3/4 inches |
| Material | One-piece 18-gauge stainless steel |
| Corner Radius | Large radius vertical and horizontal |
| Welds | Ground smooth, polished to satin finish |
| Legs | Galvanized steel, 21-1/2 inches |
| Feet | Adjustable ABS bullet feet |
| Faucet Holes | Pre-punched, 8-inch centers |
| Faucet | Sold separately |
| Drain Hardware | Not included |
| Net Weight | 30 lbs |
| Certifications | NSF |
| Warranty | 90 days workmanship |
Installation and Plumbing Notes
This is a freestanding floor-mounted compartment sink, not a wall-hung unit. Position the sink with at least 6 inches of clearance behind the backsplash and adjacent to a floor sink or floor drain so the waste line can air-gap to the floor sink rather than drain directly into the building waste line. An air gap is required by most local plumbing codes for any sink used to wash food contact surfaces or food product.
Plumbing Rough-In Checklist
- Hot and cold supply lines stubbed within reach of the 8 inch faucet centers behind the bowl
- Floor sink or hub drain located within the discharge throw of the 1-1/2 or 2 inch waste tailpiece
- Air gap maintained between the waste tailpiece and the floor sink rim
- Backflow prevention on the supply side per local plumbing code
- Shutoff valves at each supply line for service access
Floor and Clearance Requirements
- Floor must be level enough that bullet-foot adjustment can compensate for variation
- Allow side clearance for elbow room and a wash bucket or trash on the bowl side
- Allow front clearance for a worker to stand and lean into the bowl without hitting another fixture
- Plan rear clearance for plumbing service and to keep the backsplash off finished wall surfaces
Stage Without a Drainboard
- Place this sink directly next to a stainless worktable so wet items can land on a clean surface
- Use a perforated drain pan or bus tub on the adjacent table to collect runoff from rinsed items
- Add a wall shelf above or behind the worktable for staging dry tools and prep containers
- Pair with a separate drainboard table if the prep workflow needs a dedicated drying zone
Will Call Pickup Locations
This sink is sold as will call pickup only. Standard freight carriers tend to bend or dent the backsplash and deck on a single-bowl unit of this size, so we limit fulfillment to local pickup at 11 US warehouse locations. Buyers within reasonable driving distance of any of these warehouses can pick up directly. Buyers outside that radius should order the BK Resources nationwide-shipped equivalent linked above.
11 Warehouse Pickup Cities
- Los Angeles, California
- San Francisco, California
- Orlando, Florida
- Chicago, Illinois
- Denver, Colorado
- Dallas, Texas
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Newark, New Jersey
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Houston, Texas
- Cleveland, Ohio
Need It Shipped Anywhere in the US? Order This Instead
The BK Resources BKS-1-18-12 1-compartment sink with no drainboards is the closest direct equivalent built for nationwide LTL freight delivery. It uses the same 18 by 18 by 12 inch bowl size and lands at a similar compact footprint without drainboards. The BK version steps up to T-304 stainless steel, includes a BKDR-4 drain, and is engineered with rounded corners and reinforced backsplash for freight handling. If you need this sink shipped to a job site, a buildout, or a city outside the 11 pickup locations, that is the one to order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the N in MRSA-1-N stand for?
The N indicates no drainboards. The unit is bowl-only with no extended landing zone. Drainboard variants in the same series include MRSA-1-L (left drainboard), MRSA-1-R (right drainboard), and MRSA-1-D (dual drainboards).
How is this different from MRSA-1-D and MRSA-1-L?
MRSA-1-N is 24 inches wide with no drainboards. MRSA-1-L is 39 inches wide with one 18 inch drainboard on the left. MRSA-1-D is 54 inches wide with two 18 inch drainboards. All three share the same 18 by 18 by 12 bowl. Choose by available wall space and whether built-in drainboard staging is required.
Why is this sink will call only?
Single-bowl stainless sinks are prone to bending and denting along the backsplash and deck during standard LTL freight handling. Rather than ship a unit that may arrive damaged, we limit this product to local pickup at 11 US warehouses. The BK Resources equivalent is engineered for freight and is the right choice for shipped orders.
Can I drive to a pickup location from out of state?
Yes. Buyers regularly drive to the closest warehouse, especially for sink and worktable orders where freight risk is high. Confirm pickup hours and bring a vehicle large enough to accept a 24 inch by 24 inch crated unit.
Are faucets and drains included?
No. Faucets are sold separately, which is standard for commercial compartment sinks. Drain hardware is also not included, so plan to purchase basket strainers and lever or rotary waste valves to match the application.
What is the working deck height?
Approximately 33-3/4 inches off the floor with the 21-1/2 inch galvanized legs and standard bullet-foot extension. Adjust the bullet feet to fine tune for floor variation.
Is this sink NSF certified?
Yes. The unit is NSF listed for commercial foodservice use and meets the radius-corner and one-piece sanitary construction requirements common in health code reviews.
What size faucet should I order?
The backsplash is pre-punched on 8 inch centers, so order a deck-mount commercial faucet with 8 inch centers and a spout long enough to reach the center of the bowl. A 12 inch swing spout is a common starting point for an 18 inch wide bowl.
What gauge is the stainless steel?
18 gauge across the entire one-piece body, including the bowl, deck, and rear backsplash. 18 gauge is the standard specification for commercial prep and rinse sinks.
How much does the sink weigh?
Net weight is 30 pounds. One person can move and set this sink during install, though two-person handling is safer for plumbing connection and final positioning.
What is the warranty?
90 days on workmanship. Faucets, drains, and other separately purchased components carry their own manufacturer warranties.
Does this sink have a drainboard?
No. This is the no-drainboard variant. The deck wraps cleanly to the front, sides, and rear backsplash with no extended landing zone. Pair the sink with an adjacent worktable, drainboard table, or wall shelf for staging.
Can I use this sink as a hand sink?
An 18 by 18 by 12 inch bowl is significantly larger than a dedicated hand sink and the unit is designed for prep, rinse, and pot duty rather than handwashing. Most health codes require a separate, dedicated handwash sink in food prep zones, so use this unit for its intended prep and rinse role.