Atosa CookRite PCG9 Single Tank Gas Pasta Cooker - 9 Gallon, 46,000 BTU
Atosa CookRite PCG9 Single Tank Gas Pasta Cooker — 9 Gallon, 46,000 BTU
The Atosa CookRite PCG9 is a single tank commercial gas pasta cooker built for restaurants, cafés, bistros, and catering kitchens that want a dedicated boiling station without giving up line space. At 16" wide, it slides into most cook lines and takes pasta, noodles, blanching, and rethermalizing off your range, so burners stay free for sauces and sautés during the rush.
A 9-gallon SUS316 stainless steel tank and a 46,000 BTU burner hold a steady rolling boil through service, and four included portion baskets let one cook run multiple orders at once. Available in natural gas (PCG9-NG) or liquid propane (PCG9-LP).
Built for the Pasta Station
The PCG9 is a dedicated boiling station for operators who cook to order:
- Italian restaurants and bistros — spaghetti, fettuccine, penne, and fresh pasta cooked to order in portion baskets
- Noodle and ramen shops — ramen, udon, soba, and rice noodles without tying up range burners
- Cafés and pubs — a compact pasta station for lunch specials and a few noodle dishes
- Catering kitchens — batch pasta, blanched vegetables, and boiled eggs for events
- Gluten-free programs — a separate pasta cooker dedicated to gluten-free pasta to reduce cross-contact
- Rethermalizing — reheat sealed soups, sauces, and pre-cooked portions in steady boiling water
SUS316 Stainless Steel Tank
A pasta cooker tank sits in boiling, salted, starchy water for hours every day. The PCG9 uses SUS316 stainless steel, a grade that resists salt corrosion better than the more common 304 stainless. The tank is deep-drawn from a single sheet, then sandblasted and electropolished for a smooth finish that rinses clean. It's welded to the top, which removes the seam where water and debris usually collect. The 8" deep tank holds 9 gallons with a 35 L cooking area volume.
Controls and Safety
Manual knob controls with an adjustable flame level keep operation simple, with no circuit boards or touchscreens to fail. Piezoelectric ignition lights the burner without matches, and a high-limit safety shut-off protects the unit from overheating. Water is added manually through an inlet pipe and valve, and a 1" NPT drain valve empties the tank quickly at the end of the day or between water changes. The stainless steel exterior, cabinet base, and 4" to 6" adjustable legs keep the unit level and stable on uneven kitchen floors.
Baskets Included
The PCG9 ships with (2) 1/3-size baskets, (1) 1/6-size left basket, and (1) 1/6-size right basket. Use the 1/6 baskets for individual cook-to-order portions and the 1/3 baskets for larger orders, blanching, or batch cooking. Extra and replacement baskets are available: 1/3 basket (R06018000023), 1/6 left basket (R06018000024), and 1/6 right basket (R06018000025).
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | PCG9-NG (natural gas) / PCG9-LP (liquid propane) |
| Configuration | Freestanding gas pasta cooker, single tank |
| Tank capacity | 9 gallons |
| Cooking area volume | 35 L |
| Tank depth | 8" |
| Tank construction | SUS316 stainless steel, deep-drawn, sandblasted and electropolished, welded to top |
| Burners | 1 |
| Total BTU | 46,000 BTU/hr |
| Gas manifold pressure | NG: 4" W.C. / LP: 10" W.C. |
| Gas connection | 3/4" MIP |
| Water inlet | 3/4" MNPT, manual fill valve |
| Drain | 1" NPT drain valve |
| Ignition | Piezoelectric |
| Controls | Manual knobs, adjustable flame level |
| Safety | High-limit safety shut-off |
| Baskets included | (2) 1/3-size, (1) 1/6-size left, (1) 1/6-size right |
| Exterior dimensions | 16" W x 37" D x 47" H |
| Legs | 4" to 6" adjustable |
| Net weight | 121 lb |
| Shipping weight | 195.8 lb |
| Clearances | 6" combustible sides/rear; 0" non-combustible |
| Warranty | 1-year parts and labor |
| Certifications | ETL, ETL Sanitation, cETLus |
Installation and Clearance
Order the version that matches your gas supply: PCG9-NG for natural gas or PCG9-LP for liquid propane. The unit connects through a 3/4" MIP gas inlet and a 3/4" MNPT water inlet, and the 1" drain needs a path to a floor drain or approved drain. Maintain 6" clearance from combustible surfaces on the sides and rear (0" from non-combustible surfaces), and install under a properly sized commercial kitchen hood. Always have a licensed gas professional complete the gas hookup.
Why Operators Choose Atosa CookRite
CookRite by Atosa builds commercial cooking equipment with the features that matter on a busy line, like a corrosion-resistant 316 tank, simple manual controls, and serviceable components, at a price independent operators can afford. Need more capacity or separate water for different products? Compare the double tank PCG18 in our commercial pasta cooker collection, or spread the cost with restaurant equipment financing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the PCG9 available in natural gas and propane?
Yes. Order PCG9-NG for natural gas or PCG9-LP for liquid propane. Match the model to your kitchen's gas supply, since converting between gas types requires the correct parts and a qualified technician.
How much gas does the PCG9 use?
The PCG9 has one 46,000 BTU/hr burner with a 3/4" MIP gas connection. Manifold pressure is 4" W.C. for natural gas and 10" W.C. for liquid propane.
Does the PCG9 need a water line and floor drain?
The tank fills manually through a 3/4" MNPT water inlet and valve, and empties through a 1" NPT drain valve. Plan for a water supply and a floor drain or approved drain path at the installation spot.
Does the PCG9 need to go under a hood?
Yes. Like all commercial gas cooking equipment, the PCG9 must be installed under a properly sized commercial hood that meets your local code.
How much clearance does the PCG9 need?
6" from combustible surfaces on the sides and rear, and 0" from non-combustible surfaces.
What baskets come with the PCG9?
(2) 1/3-size baskets, (1) 1/6-size left basket, and (1) 1/6-size right basket. Extra baskets are available: 1/3 basket R06018000023, 1/6 left basket R06018000024, and 1/6 right basket R06018000025.
Does the PCG9 have automatic basket lifts or auto-fill?
No. The PCG9 uses manual knob controls and a manual water fill valve. That keeps operation simple and service costs low, and a kitchen timer is all most operators need.
Why does the tank use SUS316 stainless steel?
Grade 316 stainless contains molybdenum, which gives it better resistance to salt corrosion than standard 304 stainless. That matters in a tank that holds salted boiling water all day.
What is the difference between the PCG9 and the PCG18?
The PCG9 has one 9-gallon tank and one 46,000 BTU burner at 16" wide. The PCG18 has two independently controlled 9-gallon tanks and 92,000 BTU total at 33" wide, for kitchens where pasta drives volume or that need separate water for different products.
What warranty comes with the PCG9?
One year parts and labor.
Is the PCG9 certified for commercial kitchens?
Yes. The PCG9 is ETL listed, ETL Sanitation listed, and cETLus listed.