Hoshizaki KM-520MRJZvsIce-O-Matic CIM0636*A90
Side-by-side ice machine comparison
Hoshizaki KM-520MRJZ
Harvest Rate
495lb/day
Energy Use
4.80kWh/100 lb
Water Use
13.6gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-404A
GWP 3920 · Higher
Ice-O-Matic CIM0636*A90
Harvest Rate
491lb/day
Energy Use
4.60kWh/100 lb
Water Use
17gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-290
GWP 3 · Lower
Key differences
Ice-O-Matic CIM0636*A90 is 4% more efficient at 4.60 kWh/100 lb versus 4.80 kWh/100 lb for the Hoshizaki KM-520MRJZ. The Hoshizaki KM-520MRJZ is larger at 495 lb/day versus 491 lb/day. Ice-O-Matic CIM0636*A90 uses a lower-impact refrigerant: R-290 (GWP 3) versus R-404A (GWP 3920). Overall, the Hoshizaki KM-520MRJZ sits higher in the category, ranking above 74% of certified commercial ice machines.
Production
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Rate(lb/day) | 495 | 491 |
| Ice Type | Batch | Batch |
| Equipment Type | Remote Condensing Unit | Ice Making Head |
| Ice Hardness Factor | 100 | 100 |
Efficiency
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Use(kWh/100 lb) | 4.80 | 4.60 |
| Potable Water Use(gal/100 lb) | 13.6 | 17 |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-404A | R-290 |
| GWP Rating | R-404A (GWP:3920) | R-290 (GWP:3 | Lower GWP) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Hoshizaki | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Connected | No | No |
| Condenser Model | URC-5FZ | — |