Atosa CookRite PCG18 Double Tank Gas Pasta Cooker - (2) 9 Gallon, 92,000 BTU

The Atosa CookRite PCG18 is a double tank commercial gas pasta cooker built for kitchens where pasta drives ticket volume: Italian restaurants, noodle bars, ramen shops, and high-volume institutional kitchens. Two independent 9-gallon tanks, each with its own 46,000 BTU burner and controls, give you 92,000 BTU total and the flexibility to run two products, two cook times, or two kinds of water at once.

Both tanks are deep-drawn SUS316 stainless steel, and the unit ships with nine portion baskets. Available in natural gas (PCG18-NG) or liquid propane (PCG18-LP).

Why Two Tanks

Two independently controlled tanks turn one pasta station into two:

• Cook two products at once — fresh pasta in one tank and dried in the other, each at its own cook time
• Dedicated gluten-free tank — keep gluten-free pasta in its own water to reduce cross-contact with wheat pasta
• Separate pasta and blanching water — starch and vegetable flavors don't carry over between products
• No downtime during water changes — drain and refill one tank while the other stays in service
• Match output to demand — run both tanks during the rush and one during slower periods to save gas
• Noodle programs — ramen, udon, soba, and rice noodles alongside pasta without tying up range burners

Planning Gas and Water for Two Tanks

Two tanks double what the station draws, so check these numbers against your line before install day:

• Gas with both tanks lit: 92,000 BTU/hr is roughly 92 cubic feet of natural gas per hour, or about 1 gallon of propane per hour, at full flame. With one tank running, it's half that.
• Meter and line size: add 92,000 BTU/hr to the fryers, ranges, and griddles already on the same gas line, and have your gas professional confirm the meter and pipe can carry the total.
• Water when full: 18 gallons across both tanks is about 150 lb of water. Stagger water changes so one tank keeps cooking.
• Line space: 31 1/2" wide, plus 6" side clearance to combustible surfaces or 0" to non-combustible ones.

Two SUS316 Tanks

Each PCG18 tank is SUS316 stainless, the molybdenum-bearing grade that stands up to salted water better than 304. Atosa deep-draws each tank from one sheet, sandblasts and electropolishes it, and welds it to the top, so there's no lip seam to trap starch. Each tank is 8" deep and holds 9 gallons, or 35 L of cooking area volume.

Independent Controls on Each Tank

The two tanks don't share controls. Each one gets its own manual flame knob and piezoelectric igniter, so one tank can hold a hard boil for dried pasta while the other sits lower for blanching or retherm. A high-limit shut-off guards against overheating. Each tank fills by hand through the inlet valve and empties through its own 1" NPT drain valve. The two-door stainless cabinet stands on 4" to 6" adjustable legs for leveling.

Nine Baskets Included

The PCG18 comes with nine baskets: (3) 1/3-size, (3) 1/6-size left, and (3) 1/6-size right. Run the 1/6 baskets for single cook-to-order portions and the 1/3 baskets for bigger orders or batch blanching. Spares use part numbers R06018000023 (1/3), R06018000024 (1/6 left), and R06018000025 (1/6 right).

Buy the Atosa PCG18-NG in Seattle

Encore Seattle sells the Atosa PCG18-NG new, not used, with the full manufacturer warranty. If you are pricing a pasta cooker in Seattle, it ships with free freight and free lift gate to Seattle restaurants on orders over $500, and we offer 1-3 day delivery from 12 distribution centers. We deliver to kitchens in Downtown Seattle, Lake City, Interbay and Madison Park, and to restaurants across the lower 48.

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Specifications

Installation and Clearance

Match the order to your fuel: PCG18-NG for a natural gas line, PCG18-LP for propane. Hookups are a 3/4" MIP gas inlet, a 3/4" MNPT water inlet, and 1" drains that run to a floor drain or approved drain path. Keep 6" from combustible surfaces at the sides and rear (0" from non-combustible ones), and set the unit under a commercial kitchen hood sized for a 92,000 BTU appliance. A licensed gas professional should make the gas connection.

PCG18 vs PCG9

The PCG18 is two PCG9 tanks side by side in one cabinet. Same tank, same burner rating, same controls, but twice the count:

• Tanks: two independent tanks vs one on the PCG9.
• Width: 31 1/2" vs 15 3/4".
• Total BTU: 92,000 vs 46,000.
• Baskets: nine vs four.
• Net weight: 217.8 lb vs 121 lb.

The PCG18 earns its extra width when you need two waters going at once, such as wheat and gluten-free pasta, or pasta and vegetable blanching. If one tank covers your busiest hour, the PCG9 saves about 15 3/4" of line and half the gas load.

Why Operators Choose Atosa CookRite

The PCG18 gives you two tanks without digital controllers or basket-lift motors to service: two burners, two sets of knobs, and two 316 tanks, backed by a 1-year parts and labor warranty. Atosa equipment ships with free freight to the lower 48 on qualifying orders. See both CookRite models in our commercial pasta cooker collection, or spread the cost with restaurant equipment financing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the PCG18 come in natural gas and propane?

Yes. PCG18-NG runs on natural gas and PCG18-LP runs on liquid propane. Both tanks run on the same gas type, so order the model that matches your supply. Converting later requires the right parts and a qualified technician.

What is the total gas input of the PCG18?

92,000 BTU/hr: two 46,000 BTU/hr burners, one under each tank, through a 3/4" MIP connection. Manifold pressure is 4" W.C. for natural gas and 10" W.C. for liquid propane.

How many cubic feet of gas per hour does the PCG18 burn?

With both tanks at full flame, 92,000 BTU/hr is roughly 92 cubic feet of natural gas per hour (at about 1,000 BTU per cubic foot), or about 1 gallon of propane per hour. Running one tank cuts that in half, and turning the flame down at a boil lowers it further.

Can I run just one tank at a time?

Yes. Each tank has its own burner, knobs, and piezo ignition, so you can light both for the rush and one for slower hours.

What water and drain connections does the PCG18 need?

Water comes in through a 3/4" MNPT inlet with a manual fill valve, and each tank empties through a 1" NPT drain valve. You need a water supply plus a floor drain or approved drain path where the unit will sit.

Does the PCG18 require a hood?

Yes. At 92,000 BTU/hr it is installed under a commercial hood sized for your line and your local code.

What clearance does the PCG18 need?

6" from combustible materials at the sides and rear, 0" from non-combustible materials.

What are the exact dimensions of the PCG18?

Atosa's spec sheet lists the PCG18 at 31 1/2" W x 35 3/7" D x 44 7/8" H, on 4" to 6" adjustable legs. It weighs 217.8 lb net and 336.6 lb shipping.

How many baskets come with the PCG18?

Nine: (3) 1/3-size, (3) 1/6-size left, and (3) 1/6-size right. Replacement part numbers are R06018000023 (1/3), R06018000024 (1/6 left), and R06018000025 (1/6 right).

Does the PCG18 have basket lifts or automatic water fill?

No. Both tanks use manual knobs and a manual fill valve. Cooks drop and pull baskets by hand and time them with a kitchen timer.

How is the PCG18 different from the PCG9?

The PCG18 doubles the PCG9: two independently controlled 9-gallon tanks, 92,000 BTU total, and 31 1/2" wide. The PCG9 is one 9-gallon tank and one 46,000 BTU burner in 15 3/4" of line space.

What is the PCG18 warranty?

Atosa covers the PCG18 for 1 year parts and labor.

What certifications does the PCG18 have?

ETL, ETL Sanitation, and cETLus listings for commercial kitchen use.

Where can I buy the Atosa PCG18-NG in Seattle?

Right here at Encore Seattle. The PCG18-NG is new and ships to your restaurant with free freight on orders over $500.

How fast can I get the PCG18-NG in Seattle?

We offer 1-3 day delivery from 12 distribution centers. Call or text +1 (206) 419-5801 to check timing for your address.

Spec Sheet

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