Hoshizaki KM-520MAJvsHoshizaki KM-522MAK
Side-by-side ice machine comparison
Hoshizaki KM-520MAJ
Harvest Rate
450lb/day
Energy Use
5.25kWh/100 lb
Water Use
15gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-404A
GWP 3920 · Higher
Hoshizaki KM-522MAK
Harvest Rate
445lb/day
Energy Use
5.15kWh/100 lb
Water Use
17gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-290
GWP 3 · Lower
Key differences
Both models are closely matched on energy: 5.25 vs 5.15 kWh/100 lb. The Hoshizaki KM-520MAJ is larger at 450 lb/day versus 445 lb/day. Hoshizaki KM-522MAK uses a lower-impact refrigerant: R-290 (GWP 3) versus R-404A (GWP 3920).
Production
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Hoshizaki |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Rate(lb/day) | 450 | 445 |
| Ice Type | Batch | Batch |
| Equipment Type | Ice Making Head | Ice Making Head |
| Ice Hardness Factor | 100 | 100 |
Efficiency
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Hoshizaki |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Use(kWh/100 lb) | 5.25 | 5.15 |
| Potable Water Use(gal/100 lb) | 15 | 17 |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Hoshizaki |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-404A | R-290 |
| GWP Rating | R-404A (GWP:3920) | R-290 (GWP:3 | Lower GWP) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Hoshizaki |
|---|---|---|
| Connected | No | No |