VacPak-It SV158KITL Sous Vide Immersion Circulator Head with 16.6 Gallon Water Tank - 120V, 1800W

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Product Overview

  • Cook and hold food at the perfect temperature
  • Cooking temperature of 75-210 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Heats up to 21.1 gallons of water with heating speed up to 2.5 gallons/minute
  • Includes polycarbonate container
  • 4 3/4" x 4" LCD display shows target and actual temperatures
  • Note: only the immersion circulator holds the ETL certification
UPC Code:400016718522

Serve high-quality, perfectly cooked portions of vegetables, meats, and fish with this VacPak-It sous vide immersion circulator head with water tank!

Mounted on the side of the included 16.6 gallon clear polycarbonate water tank, this immersion circulator allows you to achieve the ideal texture, taste, and tenderness of meats, seafood, and vegetables. It can even cook several of your most popular foods at the same time in a single tank! This tool is perfect for caterers and restaurants alike that need to turn out a highly consistent product. The circulator head requires a 120V electrical connection for operation.

  • ETL, US & Canada

    ETL, US & Canada

    This product has been certified by ETL, a division of the Intertek Group, to meet applicable electrical product safety standards required for use in the United States and Canada.

  • 5-15P

    5-15P

    This unit comes with a NEMA 5-15P plug.

  • IPX7 Submersion Protection

    IPX7 Submersion Protection

    This certification ensures that products are protected when submerged in less than 1 meter of water.

Maintains Water Temperature

This sous vide circulator can attain a maximum cooking temperature of 210 degrees Fahrenheit and can heat up to 2.5 gallons per minute. With innovative features and a durable construction, this circulator delivers the best results under tough conditions and demands. Another great benefit is its consistency. Because you're cooking food at a precise water bath temp, it's impossible to overcook it.

Portable Design

This IPX7 waterproof certified circulator is designed to work with tanks up to 21.1 gallons but is conveniently portable so you can move it from one tank to another.

Low Water Alarm

This device features a low water alarm, letting you know when water has evaporated, helping to ensure you won't ruin your culinary creation or cause harm to your unit.

LCD Display

The head has a large 4 3/4" x 4" LCD display that can show both the set point and the current water temperature at the same time so your staff can track cooking more easily. It is accurate to +/- 0.2 degrees Fahrenheit.

Durable Construction

Constructed of 304 stainless steel, this immersion circulator resists corrosion and ensures a longer life for your item.

Built-In Timer

The included timer can display in increments of 1 minute and can be set for any time between 1 minute and 99 hours!

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Frequently Asked Questions From Customers

Do I have to use filtered water with this machine?
For best results, use only filtered water when using the sous vide circulator to prevent scale buildup or damage.
To descale the machine, pour filtered water into the container up to the "MAX" line. Add 5 mL of any food-grade vinegar, then turn on the machine. Set the working temperature to 176 degrees Fahrenheit (80 degrees Celsius) and the working time to 3 hours, then press "START/STOP." Once the cycle is complete, confirm that the machine is clean, rinse it with fresh filtered water, and dry it thoroughly. It is recommended to perform this process weekly to maintain optimal performance.

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Head Dimensions:
Circulator Head Length:
5 1/2 Inches
Circulator Head Width:
5 1/4 Inches
Circulator Head Height:
12 Inches
Tank Dimensions:
Water Tank Length:
26 Inches
Water Tank Width:
18 Inches
Water Tank Depth:
12 Inches
Tank Capacity:
16.6 Gallons
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Customer Reviews

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Rated 1.9 out of 5 stars

9 Customer Reviews

Customers Say

Customers report that this product typically performs well initially but often fails within a year, with common issues including error codes and non-functional parts. Many have found alternative brands to offer better longevity and reliability. Customer service satisfaction is also notably low.

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Showing 9 of 9 reviews
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Review by

Ashley H.

Posted on 04/27/2023

Verified Purchase

Type:
Immersion Circulator Head
Capacity:
21.1 Gallons

It can't run more than 5 gallons, above 160. My other branded unit works far better and is half the price.

3 out of 3 found this review helpful

Thank you for your review, Ashley! We are sorry this product has not worked well for you. A Customer Solutions Representative will contact you soon!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Review by

David C.

Posted on 07/21/2022

Verified Purchase

Type:
Immersion Circulator with 12.5 Gallon Water Tank
Voltage:
120V / 1800W

This unit worked great for us until a little over a year later (obv they timed the warranty period perfectly!) Now it doesn't start the circulating cycle. It gives us the error code for the water level being outside of the allowable amount, but the water level is between the marks on the unit. We've cleaned the machine, unplugged it, rinsed it, dried it, etc and it still throws the "E01" error code when we press start. So now we have this expensive device that made it a little over a year that's useless now. Can't believe this is supposed to be used in a commercial environment.

3 out of 3 found this review helpful

We appreciate your feedback! We’re sorry this product is defective. A Customer Solutions Representative will be contacting you soon.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Stephen C.

Posted on 11/11/2024

Verified Purchase

Type:
Immersion Circulator Head
Capacity:
21.1 Gallons

You might get two years out of this junk. I’ve gotten longer life out of a $ unit. Stay away from this.

2 out of 2 found this review helpful

Thank you for your review, Stephen! We would like to gather more information about your experience with this product. A Customer Solutions Representative will contact you soon!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Review by

Jeremy S.

Posted on 02/07/2025

Verified Purchase

Type:
Immersion Circulator Head
Capacity:
21.1 Gallons

I have purchased 3 of these and they work well for about a year, we use these daily so it gets a lot of use. We have since bought a much better brand and it works much better.

1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Thank you for your review, Jeremy! We would like to gather more information about your experience with this circulator head. A Customer Solutions Representative will contact you soon!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Minette L.

Posted on 07/10/2024

Verified Purchase

Type:
Immersion Circulator Head
Capacity:
21.1 Gallons

This machine worked well when it worked. The pump has stopped pushing water and of course it was out of the 1 year warranty by a few days when the issue came up. No replacement parts to be found, and very little covered by the warranty. Don’t waste your money.

1 out of 1 found this review helpful

We appreciate your review, Minette. Our Customer Solutions team has been in contact with you to provide resources for locating a technician, since this item is out of warranty. If you have any further questions or concerns, we are happy to assist!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Blake J.

Posted on 02/25/2024

Verified Purchase

Type:
Immersion Circulator Head
Capacity:
21.1 Gallons

Bought two of these to Sous Vide larger volumes of food in a cooler simultaneously for catering. When they worked, they worked great, but didn't last a year and VacMaster's customer service sucks. DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT!

1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Thank you for your review, Blake! We are sorry this machine has not worked well for you. A Customer Solutions Representative will contact you soon!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Anthony B. from Valenzano Winery LLC

Posted on 12/30/2022

Verified Purchase

Type:
Immersion Circulator with 12.5 Gallon Water Tank
Voltage:
120V / 1800W

Same as previous review. Gave us a low water level error after a month of use. Webstaurantstore.com send us a new one. Received the same exact error code after warranty was up and item was not repairable- Waste of money. DO NOT BUY THIS!!!!

1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Thank you for your review, Anthony! We are sorry this product has not worked well for you. A Customer Solutions Representative will contact you soon!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Alex

Posted on 06/10/2025

Verified Purchase

Type:
Immersion Circulator with 12.5 Gallon Water Tank
Voltage:
120V / 1800W

I really don't understand why webstaurant sells this product with all the bad reviews. We rarely use this unit and have had it for a few years. It has had a few random issues from time to time and most recently the heating coil completely failed and split open in quite dangerous fashion. Would not recommend this product and I would go as far as saying to avoid this brand all together.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Rochelle K.

Posted on 01/02/2024

Verified Purchase

Type:
Immersion Circulator with 12.5 Gallon Water Tank
Voltage:
120V / 1800W

This machine is perfect and does the job in good quality. You don't find any good sou vide machine in this price range.