Bain Marie Insert 1/2 Lid- Half Lid Only

This stainless steel lid fits standard 1/2 gastronorm inserts, closing the pan for hot holding, transport and cold storage. A fitted lid cuts heat loss dramatically at the pass and in transit, keeps food covered against contamination, and lets filled pans stack safely in the cold room.

Guides & resources

• Bain Marie Inserts and Gastronorm Pan Buying Guide
• Gastronorm Depth Guide: Choosing the Right Pan Depth
• Choosing Gastronorm Pan Depths for Your Kitchen
• Lids for Gastronorm Pans: Types Explained
• Induction-Compatible Gastronorm: What to Know

Key features

• Fits all standard 1/2 gastronorm inserts regardless of depth
• Food-grade stainless steel, matching our insert range
• Retains holding temperature and reduces drying and skinning
• Allows safe stacking of filled pans during prep and storage
• Easy to sanitise; dishwasher safe

Specifications

• Fits: all standard GN 1/2 (half-size) gastronorm inserts
• Dimensions: 325 x 265mm
• Material: 430-grade stainless steel, 0.8mm gauge
• Care: dishwasher-safe

Understanding Gastronorm sizing

Gastronorm (GN) is the international standard for food pans, so any GN insert fits any GN-compatible bain marie, chafing dish, prep fridge or combi oven. A GN 1/1 (full-size) pan measures 530 x 325mm; a GN 1/2 (half-size) pan measures 325 x 265mm – two halves sit side by side in one full-size well. Depth then determines capacity: shallower pans suit display and quick turnover, deeper pans suit soups, stews and bulk holding.

Size	Depth	Best suited for	View
GN 1/1	20mm	Display trays, sliced meats, garnishes	View product
GN 1/1	65mm	Sauces, vegetables, high-turnover lines	View product
GN 1/1	100mm	Curries, stews and carvery service	View product
GN 1/1	150mm	Soups, bulk holding and transport	View product
GN 1/1	Lid	Heat retention and hygiene cover	View product
GN 1/2	65mm	Toppings, sides and smaller lines	View product
GN 1/2	100mm	Rice, starches and mid-volume dishes	View product
GN 1/2	150mm	Soups and deep half-pan holding	View product
GN 1/2	Lid	Half-pan cover for holding and transport	View product

Care and cleaning

These 430-grade stainless steel inserts are dishwasher safe. Rinse off acidic or salty foods promptly after service, dry thoroughly before stacking, and avoid steel wool – use a nylon scourer for baked-on residue. With basic care, GN inserts routinely outlast the equipment they sit in.

Ordering and related products

Pair with our 1/2 65mm, 1/2 100mm and 1/2 150mm inserts. Request a quote for fleet pricing.