Bain Marie Insert/Gastronorm Pan 1/2 – Half 65mm

This 1/2 gastronorm insert in 65mm depth (approximately 4 litre capacity) fits standard bain-maries, chafing dishes, prep counters and gastronorm-compatible fridges, so one pan moves from cold prep to hot holding to service without decanting.

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

• Standard 1/2 gastronorm footprint – interchangeable across bain-maries, chafers and GN shelving
• 65mm depth, approx. 4 litres – the standard service depth for smaller sides and sauces
• Food-grade stainless steel; tolerates hot holding and blast chilling
• Rolled edges sit securely on runners and resist bending
• Stackable for compact cold-room and dry-store storage

Specifications

• Gastronorm size: GN 1/2
• Dimensions: 325 x 265 x 65mm
• Depth: 65mm (approx. 4 litre capacity)
• Material: 430-grade stainless steel, 0.8mm gauge
• Lid: sold separately

Heavy-duty bain-marie inserts / gastronorm pans manufactured from durable heavy-gauge stainless steel for extended product life and reliable commercial performance. The range covers full, half and third GN sizes in multiple depths.

Depth guide

20mm suits displays and garnishes; 65mm is the service standard for sauces and sides; 100mm holds mains at volume; 150mm suits soups, stews and bulk holding. See our gastronorm size chart to plan a full lineup, and add the matching lid to cut heat loss and spillage in transport. Request a quote for fleet pricing.

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.