Empava EMPV-36GC23 36 Inch Stainless Steel Gas Cooktop Professional 5 Italy Sabaf Burners…
- Cooktop
- Gas
- Dual Fuel, Gas
- Knob
- More reviewed than 60%
Considerable burner power for the money and a complete install kit in the box. Open the carton immediately and check the grates and fittings, because packaging is the weak link.
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How it ranks among the 43 cooktops we track
4.0★ across 158 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
158 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Empava EMPV-36GC23 is a 36 inch stainless steel drop-in gas cooktop with five Sabaf burners: a triple ring 20,000 BTU, a 10,500 BTU rapid, two 8,000 BTU semi-rapid and a 4,500 BTU auxiliary. The body measures 36 by 21 by 4.17 inches over a 34.25 by 19.61 inch cutout.
This is the higher output sibling to Empava's glass model, and the 20,000 BTU triple ring is the reason to pick it: that is wok and stockpot territory rather than everyday saute power. Everything needed for installation is in the carton, including the LP conversion kit, a 1/2 NPT regulator, connectors, a cut-out template and the power cord for the ignition.
- Five Sabaf burners, 4,500 to 20,000 BTU
- 36 x 21 x 4.17 in, cutout 34.25 x 19.61 in
- Sealed burners on a stainless deck
- Two year US based manufacturer warranty
Who it's for
Made for cooks who want serious burner output on a 36 inch stainless deck without paying professional range prices, including RV, outdoor kitchen and off grid setups since the burners work manually. Less appropriate if you want a fully finished, tightly packed appliance experience or a glass surface that hides fingerprints.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Value dominates the feedback, with owners replacing 15 to 36 year old Thermador, Jenn-Air and GE units and saying this one looks and cooks well above its price, while the etched burner markings and push to turn knobs both get specific praise. Shipping and fittings cause the trouble: one cooktop arrived with burner caps and knobs loose in the box and light scratches on the steel, another with a cracked cast iron grate, and one buyer had to reuse the old gas connector because the supplied thread appeared to be a European standard. One reviewer struggled to find propane conversion parts locally, and another had to fit a right angle plug to clear the oven underneath.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 20,000 BTU triple ring for wok and stockpot work
- Complete kit including LP conversion and template
- Push and turn knobs resist accidental ignition
- Etched burner markings do not wear off
- Packaging is poor and parts arrive loose
- Supplied connector threads do not always match US fittings
- Straight power plug can foul an oven below
- Propane conversion parts hard to source locally
Performance notes
Four distinct burner ratings mean the small 4,500 BTU auxiliary can hold a sauce while the triple ring runs flat out, and the tall burner and grate clearance help large pans heat quickly. Every burner carries a flame failure thermocouple that cuts gas if the flame goes out. Knobs require a push and turn action before gas flows, which doubles as a deterrent for curious children.
Specifications
| Brand | Empava |
|---|---|
| Model | EMPV-36GC23 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 30 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 21 × 36 × 4.2 inches |
| Size | 36 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 5 |
| Heating Element | Gas |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Gas |
| Fuel Type | Dual Fuel, Gas |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Heater Surface Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Built-In |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 1 x Gas Cooktop；1 x User Manual；1 x Hardware；1 x Installation Kit; 1 x Power Cord；1 x Propane(LP) Conversion Kit；1 x Cut-out Template Board；1 x 1/2 NPT Gas Regulator；2 x Connector |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Knob |
| Ignition System Type | Electronic |
| Item Type Name | with Thermocouple Protection Silver |
| Specification Met | US & Canada CSA Certified |
| Additional Features | Built-In Gas, Deep Recessed, Sealed Burner |
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Questions about the Empava EMPV-36GC23
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How powerful is the largest burner on the Empava EMPV-36GC23?
The triple ring ultra-rapid burner is rated at 20,000 BTU, with a 10,500 BTU rapid, two 8,000 BTU semi-rapid and a 4,500 BTU auxiliary alongside it.
What comes in the box with the EMPV-36GC23?
The cooktop, user manual, hardware set, installation kit, power cord, LP conversion kit, cut-out template board, a 1/2 NPT gas regulator and two connectors.
Can the Empava EMPV-36GC23 be installed over a wall oven?
Empava states it can be mounted above any of its 24 or 30 inch under-counter single wall ovens. Check clearance for the power cord, since owners with tight cabinets have had to fit a right angle plug.