Berkel X13E-PLUS 13” Diameter Manual Gravity Feed Meat Slicer - 1/2 HP, 120V | Denson CFE

Upgrade your commercial kitchen with the reliable and efficient Berkel X13E-PLUS Manual Gravity Feed Meat Slicer. Designed for precision and built to handle oversized meats, cheeses, and a variety of other products, this slicer is an indispensable tool for any foodservice operation. With its 13-inch diameter hollow ground stainless steel knife and advanced features, it offers ultra-fine slicing capability—allowing you to achieve precise slices up to a thickness of 1‑15/16”. Every aspect of this slicer has been engineered for performance, safety, and ease of use.

Overview

The Berkel X13E-PLUS is a gravity feed slicer that takes slicing precision to the next level. Its variable pitch barrel cam provides fine adjustments to ensure each slice is uniform, delivering consistent results that enhance the presentation and quality of your culinary creations. Built with a one-piece polymer base and product table, the design minimizes seams, promoting better accessibility and making cleaning and maintenance simpler—a crucial benefit in busy commercial kitchens.

Key Features

• Precise Ultra-Fine Slices: Achieve slice thicknesses as fine as 1‑15/16” thanks to the variable pitch barrel cam, ensuring uniformity and precision with every cut.
• 13-Inch Hollow Ground Stainless Steel Knife: Delivers clean, precise cuts for meats, cheeses, and other products, maintaining optimal performance even during high-volume usage.
• Submersible, Removable Product Table Mounted Sharpener: Equipped with Borazon sharpening stones, this feature ensures consistent sharpening and extends the knife’s lifespan, while allowing for easy cleaning.
• Ergonomic Multi-Grip Handle: Designed for comfortable and effortless operation, the handle enables smooth advancement of the product table, reducing operator fatigue during prolonged use.
• Sealed Start/Stop Switches & LED Power Indicator: For enhanced safety and convenience, these controls are mounted outside the food zone, ensuring a safe operating environment.
• Robust Construction: A one-piece polymer base and product table, combined with anodized aluminum components, offer durability and an easy-to-clean design that meets sanitation standards.
• Additional Safety Features: A permanent tapered knife ring guard adds extra clearance behind the knife for easy cleaning, while the articulating and full-length meat pusher with fence ensures secure and even product advancement.
• Electrical Specifications: Powered by a 1/2 HP motor running at one speed, it operates on 120V, 60Hz, single-phase electricity, drawing 8.0A. The slicer comes with a 6-foot flexible 3-wire cord and a NEMA 5-15P plug.

Benefits

The Berkel X13E-PLUS stands out in commercial kitchens for its blend of precision, safety, and ease of maintenance:

• Consistent Precision: The variable pitch barrel cam enables ultra-fine adjustments, ensuring that every slice is precisely the same thickness, which is essential for both presentation and portion control.
• Efficient Maintenance: The removable, submersible sharpener with Borazon sharpening stones guarantees that your blade stays sharp with minimal effort. This feature not only reduces downtime but also extends the operational life of the knife.
• Enhanced Operator Comfort: With an ergonomic multi-grip handle, the slicer minimizes operator fatigue, making it easier to handle continuous slicing during peak kitchen hours.
• Optimized Hygiene: The one-piece polymer base and product table significantly reduce seams where food particles can accumulate, thereby promoting easier cleaning and better overall sanitation.
• Robust and Durable: Constructed from high-quality materials such as polymer and anodized aluminum, this meat slicer is designed to withstand the rigorous demands of a commercial kitchen, ensuring long-term reliability.
• Safety and Certification: With sealed start/stop switches positioned to remain outside the food zone and an LED power indicator for clear operational status, the slicer meets stringent safety standards. It is both ETL and NSF listed, guaranteeing compliance with key sanitation and safety requirements.

Specifications

Additional Considerations

The Berkel X13E-PLUS is designed not only for performance but also for the practical demands of a high-volume kitchen. Its full 45-degree angle feed requires less mechanical pressure to produce uniform slices, further enhancing its operational efficiency. The permanent tapered knife ring guard ensures that cleaning is simple and effective, eliminating hard-to-reach areas that can harbor bacteria. With an articulating, full-length rear-mounted meat pusher with a fence, the slicer secures and evenly advances products for a consistent cut every time.

Please note that because this item is not stocked in our warehouse, processing, transit times, and stock availability may vary. If you require expedited shipping or need your equipment by a specific date, please contact us prior to placing your order, as cancellations or returns may not be possible once the order is placed.

Conclusion

In summary, the Berkel X13E-PLUS 13” Diameter Manual Gravity Feed Meat Slicer is a premium piece of kitchen equipment that delivers precise, consistent slicing for a variety of products. Its innovative features, robust construction, and thoughtful design ensure that it meets the highest standards of performance, safety, and sanitation. Whether you’re slicing meats, cheeses, or other specialty products, this slicer is engineered to provide exceptional results every time. Upgrade your commercial kitchen with the Berkel X13E-PLUS and experience the difference in quality, efficiency, and reliability.