Our read & the right size
At 0.75 kWh/day, the U-Line UCRE518-SG33A runs more efficient than 89% of the 272 comparable 1-door reach-in refrigerators we track — about $32/yr under the median comparable model.
A single-door reach-in (~20 cu ft) fits a prep station, a small café, or a tight spot on the line. Choose it when one section holds a shift's product — step up to two doors before you're opening it constantly.
3.7 cu ft is roughly 0.2× a typical home refrigerator — about 2 full sheet pans or ~3 cases of product (varies with shelving).
Also sold as (rebadges)
The identical box is sold under other brands: U-Line UCRE518-SS33A, U-Line UCWC518-SG33A, U-Line UCWC518-SS33A. Same specs — usually just a price difference. We keep one page for the shared unit to avoid duplicates.
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Full specifications
| Type | Reach-in refrigerator, glass door |
| Doors | 1 |
| Total volume | 3.7 cu ft |
| Exterior (H × W × D) | 34 × 18 × 24 in |
| Energy consumption | 0.75 kWh/day |
| Refrigerant | R-600a (GWP 3) |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Certification | ENERGY STAR certified |
| Origin | Not verified — see spec sheet |
| On market since | 09/01/2020 |
Refrigerant & future-proofing FUTURE-PROOF
Uses R-600a (GWP 3) — a low-GWP natural refrigerant, well under regulatory thresholds and unaffected by the HFC phase-down.
Energy & cost of ownership
≈ $450 over a 10-year life at the US average commercial rate — adjust to your utility rate for a local figure.
Utility rebates ENERGY STAR
Because this model is ENERGY STAR certified, it is commonly eligible for commercial-kitchen utility rebates (many electric utilities pay $50–$400 per qualifying reach-in). Check your utility’s foodservice program. Find rebates in your area →
Cross-reference — comparable 1-door models
| Brand / model | Volume | Energy | vs. this |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDW G-6-C234B | 3.69 cu ft | 0.64 kWh/d | ↓ 15% less |
| Display Source Alliance Santi22 | 3.92 cu ft | 0.78 kWh/d | ↑ 4% more |
| Imbera EVC04 R6 | 3.92 cu ft | 0.78 kWh/d | ↑ 4% more |
| Fogel HR24C | 3.93 cu ft | 0.64 kWh/d | ↓ 15% less |
| Hoshizaki America, Inc. HR24C | 3.93 cu ft | 0.64 kWh/d | ↓ 15% less |
Matched on type, door count and capacity (±15%).
Health-department & code relevance NSF/ANSI 7
Commercial kitchens holding cold TCS foods need NSF-listed refrigeration that holds 41°F (5°C) or below (FDA Food Code 3-501.16). Equipment must be commercially certified for sanitation (4-205.10, NSF/ANSI 7). This model is ENERGY STAR certified; confirm the NSF mark on the cut sheet.
Frequently asked
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Shipping & handling
UPS / small parcel — ships ground, no freight appointment or liftgate needed.
| Ships by | UPS / ground parcel |
| Product weight | See spec sheet |
| Shipping weight | See spec sheet |
| Shipping dimensions | See spec sheet |