{"product_id":"univex-bc18-electric-food-cutter","title":"Univex Electric Food Cutter - UVBC18","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUnivex Electric Food Cutter - UVBC18\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Univex BC18 is an electric food cutter. Easy to use, this BC18 is perfect for pulled pork, parsley, root vegetables, meat, cheese, breads, spreads, dips, and salads. It comes with a 18\" stainless steel bowl, which rotates at 22 rpms. The bowl cover interlocks to prevent the unit from running when the cover is not in place. The bowl sensing switch ensures the cutter does not turn out without the bowl being present. The electric food cutter comes with two stainless steel knives. They can complete 3,768 cuts in just a single minute!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for pulled pork, parsley, root vegetables, meat, cheese, breads, spreads, dips and salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18\" stainless steel bowl rotates at 22 rpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutlery grade stainless steel twin blades make 3768 cuts per minute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished and anodized aluminum body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple operation with a pull\/push on and off switch with illuminated indicator lamp when unit is on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBowl cover interlock prevents unit from running when cover is not locked and closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBowl sensing switch prevents operation without bowl present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin stainless steel knives have capacity to complete 3,768 cuts per minute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull\/push on-off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBowl cover interlock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished and anodized aluminum construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  font-weight:normal;overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg .tg-1wig{font-weight:bold;text-align:left;vertical-align:top}\n.tg .tg-0lax{text-align:left;vertical-align:top}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003eBC18\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eCutting Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e3,500 cuts\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e115 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eFrequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003ePhase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003eSingle Phase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eCurrent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e9.0 Amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003ePlug Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003eNEMA 5-15P\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eMotor HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e1 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eDimensions (H × W × D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e21\" × 34.5\" × 23.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eApproximate Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-0lax\"\u003e186 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:6f5f41a2-a611-4318-97ef-6656c7f8bb35-7\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:6f5f41a2-a611-4318-97ef-6656c7f8bb35-7\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:6f5f41a2-a611-4318-97ef-6656c7f8bb35-7\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-16\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"141cbcd8-bfd2-47de-a939-8af7e1e492ee\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18brjqk\" data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"232\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"34\" data-end=\"74\"\u003eUnivex Electric Food Cutter - UVBC18\u003c\/strong\u003e (BC18 series bowl cutter) is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"144\"\u003eheavy-duty commercial prep machine\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for fast, uniform chopping, mixing, and emulsifying in high-volume kitchens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tlyxcr\" data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eExperts highlight its \u003cstrong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"307\"\u003e18-inch stainless steel rotating bowl (22 RPM)\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with \u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"385\"\u003etwin stainless steel knives delivering ~3,768 cuts per minute\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring extremely fine and consistent product texture. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1as46th\" data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eIt is powered by a \u003cstrong data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"529\"\u003e1 HP industrial motor\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it strong performance for continuous-duty food preparation in demanding environments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1upomip\" data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eThe unit is valued for its ability to handle a wide range of applications, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"821\"\u003emeat, vegetables, herbs, cheese, dips, and emulsified preparations\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a true multi-purpose prep station. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f83l3a\" data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eExperts note the \u003cstrong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"951\"\u003ebuilt-in #12 PTO hub\u003c\/strong\u003e, which expands functionality for attachments and additional processing tasks, improving workflow efficiency in busy kitchens. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l0vj26\" data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eSafety-focused design features like \u003cstrong data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003ebowl cover interlocks and bowl presence sensors\u003c\/strong\u003e help prevent operation errors during use. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q16jd9\" data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eConstructed with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003epolished anodized aluminum and stainless steel components\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is built for durability, hygiene, and long-term commercial reliability. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l7yprz\" data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eRecommended for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003erestaurants, butcher shops, and institutional kitchens\u003c\/strong\u003e that need high-speed, consistent food cutting with minimal manual labor.                 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:1336b480-4522-440b-8284-787f6c57204b-7\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:1336b480-4522-440b-8284-787f6c57204b-7\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:1336b480-4522-440b-8284-787f6c57204b-7\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-16\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a1666e09-4e6c-445f-aa68-89b0b34335e1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eQ: What is the Univex UVBC18 Electric Food Cutter used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eA: The UVBC18 is a heavy-duty commercial \u003cstrong data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"140\"\u003ebowl cutter (buffalo chopper)\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for fast chopping, mixing, and emulsifying ingredients like vegetables, meat, cheese, herbs, and sauces in high-volume kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eQ: What capacity does the UVBC18 handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eA: It features an \u003cstrong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"377\"\u003e18-inch stainless steel bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e and is built for batch food preparation in commercial environments such as restaurants, catering, and food production facilities. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eQ: How powerful and fast is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eA: It runs on a \u003cstrong data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e1 HP motor\u003c\/strong\u003e with twin stainless steel knives delivering about \u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"693\"\u003e3,768 cuts per minute\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring fast and consistent processing. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eQ: How does it operate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eA: The machine uses a \u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"868\"\u003erotating bowl system (about 22 RPM)\u003c\/strong\u003e combined with high-speed blades to evenly chop and mix ingredients, controlled via a simple start\/stop system. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eQ: Who should use this machine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eA: Ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003ecommercial kitchens, butcher shops, bakeries, and food processing operations\u003c\/strong\u003e that need fast, consistent bulk food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e                 \u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips        \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:9ab561ac-be5d-4997-8c8e-fa32b59ccd97-8\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:9ab561ac-be5d-4997-8c8e-fa32b59ccd97-8\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:9ab561ac-be5d-4997-8c8e-fa32b59ccd97-8\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-18\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-3 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"71e8a503-b32f-4ce5-bbb8-91dd84fc235a\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"1021\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"j3mb9j\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"134\"\u003eUnplug and clean all food-contact parts (bowl, blades, lid, scrapers) after every use to prevent residue buildup and contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yd0meb\" data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"235\"\u003eUse food-safe, non-abrasive cleaners to protect stainless steel surfaces and sharp cutting edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cbskxh\" data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eInspect and carefully clean blades regularly; sharpen or replace when dull to maintain cutting efficiency and safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ycwjeg\" data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eCheck motor housing vents and keep them free of dust\/food particles to prevent overheating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16v1qab\" data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eEnsure blade assembly and locking mechanisms are properly tightened before each use to avoid vibration or misalignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ddkff7\" data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eLubricate moving mechanical joints only where specified by manufacturer guidelines (do not over-lubricate food-zone components)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vtundm\" data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eInspect power cord, plug, and switches frequently for wear or damage to ensure electrical safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1evlibu\" data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eOperate within recommended load capacity to avoid motor strain and extend machine life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w2mmgm\" data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"1021\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eSchedule periodic professional servicing and use genuine Univex replacement parts for optimal performance and complianc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Univex","offers":[{"title":"Default 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