Our read & the right size
At 5.26 kWh/day, the Turbo Air TGIM-23H-N runs less efficient than 84% of the 103 comparable 1-door reach-in freezers we track — about $73/yr over the median.
A single-door reach-in freezer (~20 cu ft) covers a small operation or a backup to a walk-in. Frozen product is dense, so a smaller box goes further than it does in refrigeration.
17.3 cu ft is roughly 0.9× a typical home refrigerator — about 9 full sheet pans or ~14 cases of product (varies with shelving).
Also sold as (rebadges)
The identical box is sold under other brands: Turbo Air TGIM-23H-N-L. Same specs — usually just a price difference. We keep one page for the shared unit to avoid duplicates.
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Full specifications
| Dimensions | 27"W x 28"D x 78"H |
| Capacity | 17.3 cu ft |
| Doors | 1 |
| Door style | Glass |
Refrigerant & future-proofing FUTURE-PROOF
Uses R-290 (GWP 3) — a low-GWP natural refrigerant, well under regulatory thresholds and unaffected by the HFC phase-down.
Energy & cost of ownership
≈ $3,130 over a 10-year life at the US average commercial rate — adjust to your utility rate for a local figure.
Utility rebates ENERGY STAR
Because this model is ENERGY STAR certified, it is commonly eligible for commercial-kitchen utility rebates (many electric utilities pay $50–$400 per qualifying reach-in). Check your utility’s foodservice program. Find rebates in your area →
Cross-reference — comparable 1-door models
| Brand / model | Volume | Energy | vs. this |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelvinator Commercial KCCF170WH | 17.3 cu ft | 1.54 kWh/d | ↓ 71% less |
| Traulsen RLT126WUT-FHS | 17.67 cu ft | 4.15 kWh/d | ↓ 21% less |
| Fogel CR-20-AC-AF-SA-HC-US | 17.74 cu ft | 4.25 kWh/d | ↓ 19% less |
| True T-23FG-HC~FGD01 | 18.4 cu ft | 5.73 kWh/d | ↑ 9% more |
| RefrigerationX XBF19-1-N | 18.46 cu ft | 3.77 kWh/d | ↓ 28% less |
Matched on type, door count and capacity (±15%).
Health-department & code relevance NSF/ANSI 7
Commercial kitchens holding cold TCS foods need NSF-listed refrigeration that holds 0°F (−18°C) or below (FDA Food Code 3-501.16). Equipment must be commercially certified for sanitation (4-205.10, NSF/ANSI 7). This model is ENERGY STAR certified; confirm the NSF mark on the cut sheet.
Frequently asked
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Shipping & handling
Shipping weight, dimensions and carrier method aren't published for this model yet. Check the manufacturer's spec sheet or ask a dealer for the crate weight and whether it ships LTL freight or parcel before you compare landed cost.