Gastronorm Pan Selector
Choose a GN footprint and depth for display, cooking, holding or prep. Use the capacity guide to plan pans for your portions, then request a bulk quote.
GN footprint guide
| GN size | External footprint | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| GN 1/1 | 530 × 325mm | Full-size buffet, production and holding |
| GN 1/2 | 265 × 325mm | Half-size buffet, prep and service |
| GN 1/3 | 176 × 325mm | Smaller service wells and ingredient lines |
| GN 1/4 | 265 × 162mm | Compact prep and garnish stations |
| GN 1/6 | 176 × 162mm | Condiments and small-volume prep |
| GN 1/9 | 176 × 108mm | Small garnish and condiment wells |
Depth and nominal capacity
| Footprint | 20mm | 65mm | 100mm | 150mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GN 1/1 | 2.5L | 9L | 14L | 21L |
| GN 1/2 | Not stocked | 4L | 6.5L | 9.5L |
For portions, multiply the number of servings by serving size in litres, then divide by the nominal pan capacity. Round up to a full pan and allow headroom for safe handling. Confirm actual fill levels for thick sauces, food displacement and transport.
- Display and service: start with 20mm–65mm depths.
- Bulk cooking and sauces: start with 100mm–150mm depths.
- Holding and transport: use a compatible lid and confirm the frame or counter opening.
- Unsure: measure the opening width and depth before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
GN 1/1 is the full 530 × 325mm footprint. GN 1/2 is half the width at 265 × 325mm and fits two across a GN 1/1 opening.
Choose shallow depths for display and service, deeper pans for bulk cooking and sauces, and confirm the available clearance in your bain-marie, counter or transport system.
Matching full and half lids are available for the stocked GN systems. Include your footprint and depth in the quote request so we can confirm compatibility.
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