Gas popcorn machines are generally considered to be the best type of machine because they have the least amount of oil and butter added to them. All you need to do is add your popcorn kernels and oil then switch on heating, light and stirrer. In a few minutes, your popcorn is ready.
Features
– Swing Doors
– Tilting Bowl
– Kernel Tray
(Depends on kettle size – give this when ordering)
Common kettle sizes and approximate outputs:
6 oz kettle:
~170 g kernels per batch
~2.5–3.5 kg popcorn/hour (60–80 small 1 oz bags/hr)
8 oz kettle:
~225 g kernels per batch
~3.5–4.5 kg/hour (80–100 small 1 oz bags/hr)
12–16 oz kettles:
~340–450 g kernels per batch
~5–8 kg/hour (120–180 small bags/hr)
Batch time: approx. 3–5 minutes per batch after preheat
2. Fuel (Gas) & Heat Input
Fuel type:
LPG (propane/butane) or
Natural Gas (NG) – specify which; jets/nozzles differ
Heat input (typical):
Small–medium machine: 5–12 kW burner under kettle
Gas pressure:
As per local code (e.g., 2.8–3.0 kPa for LPG, ~2.0 kPa for NG – varies by country)
Ignition:
Manual or piezo ignition to pilot
Some models with flame‑failure device (thermocouple)
3. Electrical Requirements
Even gas machines usually need some electricity for motors and lights.
Power supply:
220–240 V / 50–60 Hz, single‑phase (most markets)
or 110–120 V / 60 Hz (US/Canada)
Electric load: typically 50–300 W total for:
Kettle stirrer motor
Warming deck
Interior light
Control panel
4. Construction
Cabinet/frame:
Stainless steel or powder‑coated steel frame
Tempered glass or polycarbonate side panels and doors
Kettle:
Stainless steel or heavy aluminum
Hinged/tilting for emptying
Built‑in mechanical stirrer driven by electric motor
Base:
Heated or non‑heated deck (many gas units rely more on residual heat)
Removable crumb tray
Doors:
Front hinged glass/polycarbonate doors
Rear service door on some floor models
5. Controls
Gas:
Gas valve/knob for burner
Pilot control & ignition button (on some models)
Electric:
On/Off for stirrer motor
On/Off for light and warming deck (if fitted)
6. Dimensions & Weight (typical ranges)
Countertop or small floor‑standing cabinet type:
Width: ~500–800 mm
Depth: ~400–700 mm
Height: ~700–1,200 mm
Weight:30–80 kg, depending on size and build
Large cart/trailer units will be bigger and heavier.
7. Safety & Standards
Flame‑failure device / thermocouple on burner (strongly recommended)
Proper ventilation: flue or open, well‑ventilated area
Gas regulator matched to LPG or NG
Over‑temperature protection on warming deck (if electric)
Toughened glass and stable frame; non‑slip feet or fixed stand
8. Example Spec Line (you can give to suppliers)
Adapt kettle size and fuel type as needed:
Gas popcorn machine with 8 oz kettle, LPG‑fired burner approx. 8–10 kW with pilot and flame‑failure device, electric stirrer & light (220–240 V, <300 W), stainless steel kettle and cabinet with tempered glass panels, removable crumb tray, capacity approx. 80–100 × 1 oz portions per hour.
