How to Read Star Model Numbers
Star encodes the equipment type (and often the size) into its model numbers. Below is what each model-number prefix indicates, derived from the 181 Star models in our catalog — then look up any specific model to see its full specs.
What the prefixes mean
| Prefix | Indicates | In our catalog | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGT | Grill | 11 models · 100% | PGT14, PGT14D, PGT14E |
| QCS | Toaster | 11 models · 100% | QCS1-350, QCS1-500B, QCS2-1200B |
| PST | Grill | 9 models · 100% | PST14, PST14D, PST14E |
| HPDE | Warmer | 6 models · 100% | HPDE1, HPDE1H, HPDE1HP |
| PSC | Grill | 6 models · 100% | PSC28I, PSC28IE, PSC28IEGT |
| TMGE | Griddle | 3 models · 100% — digits often encode width (in.) | TMGE24, TMGE36, TMGE48 |
| TMGM | Griddle | 3 models · 100% — digits often encode width (in.) | TMGM24, TMGM36, TMGM48 |
| TMGT | Griddle | 3 models · 100% — digits often encode width (in.) | TMGT24, TMGT36, TMGT48 |
| PGC | Grill | 3 models · 100% | PGC28I, PGC28IE, PGC28IT |
| TMLC | Charbroiler | 3 models · 100% — digits often encode width (in.) | TMLC24, TMLC36, TMLC48 |
| TMRC | Charbroiler | 3 models · 100% — digits often encode width (in.) | TMRC24, TMRC36, TMRC48 |
Patterns are observed from real Star models in our database, not an official manufacturer key — always confirm the exact configuration on the spec sheet. Other brands →