Cadco Ovens Buyers' Guide

Find the Right Cadco Oven for Your Countertop

Founded in 1996, Cadco is a relative newcomer to the foodservice industry, but the company has quickly established a reputation as a quality manufacturer of countertop ovens. In addition to hot cooking equipment like griddles and toasters, Cadco's catalogue includes medium- and heavy-duty convection ovens, a line of fast-cooking ovens, and a selection of accessories to help operators get the most versatility from their equipment.

OV Series Ovens

The OV series of Cadco convection ovens includes medium-duty units available in several sizes. The smallest Cadco oven in this series accommodates three quarter-size pans and the largest can hold four half-size pans. These oven models, known for their portability, are often used for catering because they're more lightweight than similar ovens, making them easier to transport to off-site events. With the exception of the largest sizes, OV series ovens plug into standard 120 V outlets.

OV series Cadco ovens can conduct heat from 175 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit and are insulated to prevent heat loss, making the units energy efficient. The insulation also reduces the amount of ambient heat generated to help maintain a comfortable working environment near the oven. A 60-minute timer with a buzzer comes standard, as does a double-paned glass door. For caterers and other foodservice operators that wish to take their unit on the road, a half-size oven with three shelves is available with a stainless steel door. The OV series also offers a half-size specialty version designed for cooking pizzas that includes four heat plates rather than wire rack shelves.

XAF Series Ovens

Meant for back-of-house use, Cadco ovens from the XAF series are heavy-duty ovens with a standard humidity feature. They are designed with double-paned glass doors that remain cool to the touch and have interior glass that's easily removable for cleaning. The inner cavity has rounded corners, which can also help with cleaning and ensure even airflow. The channel gasket in the door is easily removed for cleaning or replacement, and it – along with the fully-insulated cavity – ensures minimal heat loss. The oven's interior is lighted to enable the user to keep an eye on food as it cooks.

XAF series ovens come with manual controls that inject humidity with the press of a button. The manual controls include a 175- to 500-degree Fahrenheit temperature range, a 60-minute timer and continuous-on option, and an audible timer alarm. These models are available in full and half sizes with three or four shelves.

Bakerlux Series Ovens

Bakerlux heavy-duty ovens have digital controls and a variety of options that make this countertop convection oven a versatile addition to any operation. These units are available with three types of control panels: GO, LED, or TOUCH. The Bakerlux GO oven, which does not have humidity, can be programmed with 99 three-step programs, including 12 quick-access programs for your most popular dishes.

In addition to the capabilities offered by GO models, Bakerlux ovens with LED controls provide humidity, which can be set between 0 and 100 percent in increments of 20, two fan speeds, and the ability to control an optional proofer oven accessory. Bakerlux ovens with touchscreen controls are designed for chain-based cooking applications that require consistency across multiple locations; it supports wi-fi and can be preset with 9-step baking programs.

Each type of oven has a 175- to 500-degree Fahrenheit temperature range and includes a timer. Bakerlux ovens with LED and touchscreen controls are available in full- and half-sizes with 3 or 4 shelves, while Bakerlux GO ovens are half-size units with three shelves.

Cadco Oven Accessories

Once you find the right Cadco convection oven for your kitchen, you can consider which accessories may help you get the best use out of your oven. Several accessories are available for each Cadco oven, including:

  • Deflector plate: This piece slows and redirects the airflow in a Cadco convection oven, which is useful when cooking delicate foods that rise, such as bread or cake, that may end up leaning to one side if the airflow is too strong.
  • Sheet pan: Cadco offers aluminum sheet pans in quarter, half, and full sizes.
  • Heat plate: Cadco's heat plates are made of aluminized steel and are available in quarter, half, and full sizes. These offer a non-stick baking surface and can be used as pizza stones. They can also function as heat sinks, helping the oven recover temperatures faster after the door has been opened and closed.
  • Oven basket: Stainless steel oven baskets allow even airflow around cooking food, which enables it to cook faster with crispier end results. These are available in quarter-, half-, and full-size.
  • Stacking kits: Cadco stacking kits help you make the best use of the space you have to work with by enabling you to stack XAF series or Bakerlux ovens on top of one another.
  • Oven stands: Cadco oven stands can be used to make countertop ovens mobile or to install them in facilities without available countertop space.
  • Proofer: These half- or full-size proofer units can be controlled by Bakerlux LED and TOUCH panel ovens. They are not compatible with any other type of Cadco ovens.