Ice-O-Matic CIM0430FAvsIce-O-Matic GEM0450A90
Side-by-side ice machine comparison
Ice-O-Matic CIM0430FA
Harvest Rate
310lb/day
Energy Use
5.70kWh/100 lb
Water Use
19.8gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-404A
GWP 3920 · Higher
Ice-O-Matic GEM0450A90
Harvest Rate
303lb/day
Energy Use
4.63kWh/100 lb
Water Use
12gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-290
GWP 3 · Lower
Key differences
Ice-O-Matic GEM0450A90 is 19% more efficient at 4.63 kWh/100 lb versus 5.70 kWh/100 lb for the Ice-O-Matic CIM0430FA. The Ice-O-Matic CIM0430FA is larger at 310 lb/day versus 303 lb/day. Ice-O-Matic GEM0450A90 uses a lower-impact refrigerant: R-290 (GWP 3) versus R-404A (GWP 3920). Overall, the Ice-O-Matic CIM0430FA sits higher in the category, ranking above 45% of certified commercial ice machines.
Production
| Spec | Ice-O-Matic | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Rate(lb/day) | 310 | 303 |
| Ice Type | Batch | Continuous |
| Equipment Type | Ice Making Head | Ice Making Head |
| Ice Hardness Factor | 100 | 75 |
Efficiency
| Spec | Ice-O-Matic | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Use(kWh/100 lb) | 5.70 | 4.63 |
| Potable Water Use(gal/100 lb) | 19.8 | 12 |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Ice-O-Matic | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-404A | R-290 |
| GWP Rating | R-404A (GWP:3920) | R-290 (GWP:3 | Lower GWP) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Ice-O-Matic | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Connected | No | No |