KOPA Coal Oven Tray S500 for Professional Kitchens

A coal oven tray holds solid fuel at the base of a coal-fired oven, radiating steady heat upwards through the cooking chamber. Because the fuel sits directly beneath the food, the heat transfer is immediate and controlled, avoiding the fluctuations of gas or electric elements.

To use the tray, the operator slides it into the oven's designated slot, fills it with the appropriate grade of coal, and ignites the fuel. Once the coals are glowing, the oven door is closed and the temperature is managed by adjusting the air vents above and below the tray. The tray itself remains stationary during cooking; only the coals are replenished as they burn down. After service, the tray is pulled out, the spent ash is removed, and the tray is cleaned before the next firing.

The KOPA S500 is built from heavy-gauge steel, chosen for its ability to withstand repeated thermal cycling without warping or scaling. The 65 kg weight ensures the tray stays firmly in place during loading and unloading, while the 900 mm length matches standard coal-oven chamber widths, allowing it to slot neatly into most professional models without modification.

Cleaning is straightforward: after each service the tray is brushed free of ash and any clinker, then wiped with a damp cloth to remove residual dust. No detergents or abrasives are needed, as the high operating temperatures burn off any grease or food debris during normal use.

The S500 is a single-size tray with no variants; it is listed in the catalogue under Coal Oven Accessories.