Crestware
Crestware FRY08H 8-1/2 in. Aluminum Fry Pan
Aluminium fry pan with riveted handle, 2.5 mm gauge and NSF certification
- NSF certified for commercial kitchen compliance
- 5 mm aluminium gauge gives even heat distribution
- 8-1/2 inch top diameter suits medium portions
- Riveted aluminium handle stays secure during service
- Polished finish resists staining and cleans easily
Product Identity
The Crestware FRY08H is an 8-1/2 inch aluminum fry pan built for commercial kitchens and serious home cooks who need a lightweight, responsive pan for daily sautéing and frying tasks. Its riveted handle and NSF certification make it suitable for professional food-service environments where durability and sanitation standards matter. Buyers who require a non-stick coating or an oven-safe vessel should look elsewhere.
Thermals, Noise and Power
The 2.5 mm aluminum body conducts heat quickly and evenly across the 6 inch bottom diameter, reducing hot spots during normal stovetop use without any moving parts or electrical draw. The polished natural finish reflects radiant heat while the chrome-plated handle coating stays cooler to the touch than bare aluminum during typical cooking sessions. No fans, pumps or power connections are involved, so operation is completely silent.
Sustained Load Behaviour
Under prolonged high-heat service the pan maintains consistent thermal response because the riveted handle construction resists loosening and the aluminum gauge resists warping better than thinner sheets. The lack of a non-stick coating means metal utensils and aggressive deglazing will not degrade the cooking surface over time. The pan is not oven safe and is not dishwasher safe, so extended cleanup requires hand washing to preserve the finish.
Highlights
- NSF certified for commercial kitchen compliance
- 5 mm aluminium gauge gives even heat distribution
- 8-1/2 inch top diameter suits medium portions
- Riveted aluminium handle stays secure during service
- Polished finish resists staining and cleans easily
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How do I attach the riveted aluminum handle, and what step causes it to loosen?
The handle is factory-riveted to the 2.5 mm aluminum body; overtightening the rivets during any rework cracks the metal and makes the handle wobble.
What part will wear out first and need replacement on this fry pan?
The polished aluminum cooking surface has no non-stick coating, so the bare metal itself wears down and eventually requires a new pan.
What limit appears first when I use the pan continuously on high heat?
The aluminum body is not oven safe, so sustained stovetop heat that mimics oven temperatures warps the 2.5 mm gauge before any other issue arises.
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