EMPURA E-MCH500vsITV Ice Makers SPIKA MS 500-A1H
Side-by-side ice machine comparison
EMPURA E-MCH500
Harvest Rate
423lb/day
Energy Use
4.96kWh/100 lb
Water Use
17.5gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-290
GWP 3 · Lower
ITV Ice Makers SPIKA MS 500-A1H
Harvest Rate
430lb/day
Energy Use
4.89kWh/100 lb
Water Use
18.4gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-290
GWP 3 · Lower
Key differences
Both models are closely matched on energy: 4.96 vs 4.89 kWh/100 lb. The ITV Ice Makers SPIKA MS 500-A1H is larger at 430 lb/day versus 423 lb/day.
Production
| Spec | EMPURA | ITV Ice Makers |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Rate(lb/day) | 423 | 430 |
| Ice Type | Batch | Batch |
| Equipment Type | Ice Making Head | Ice Making Head |
| Ice Hardness Factor | 0 | 0 |
Efficiency
| Spec | EMPURA | ITV Ice Makers |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Use(kWh/100 lb) | 4.96 | 4.89 |
| Potable Water Use(gal/100 lb) | 17.5 | 18.4 |
Refrigerant
| Spec | EMPURA | ITV Ice Makers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-290 | R-290 |
| GWP Rating | R-290 (GWP:3 | Lower GWP) | R-290 (GWP:3 | Lower GWP) |
Connectivity
| Spec | EMPURA | ITV Ice Makers |
|---|---|---|
| Connected | No | No |
| Condenser Model | — | MCH 16x38 by Climetal |