Pellet · chewable · auger type
Commercial Nugget Ice Machines
A nugget ice machine freezes a thin layer of ice inside a refrigerated cylinder, scrapes it with an auger and compresses the flakes into soft, chewable pellets. Be There commercial nugget ice makers produce 150–500 kg (330–1,100 lb) per day.
150–500 kg ice / day
150–500 kg ice / daySpecifications
Typical models.
Auger-type nugget ice machines making soft, chewable pellet ice for hospitals, fast food, smoothie bars and beverage dispensers. Values are typical; we configure voltage, size or capacity and confirm data on the quotation.
| Model | Output per 24 h | Storage | Ice | Cooling | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT-N150 | ≈ 150 kg / 330 lb | Built-in 40 kg | Nugget | Air | 220 V / 50 Hz or 115 V / 60 Hz |
| BT-N300 | ≈ 300 kg / 660 lb | Bin 100–200 kg | Nugget | Air or water | 220 V / 50 Hz |
| BT-N500 | ≈ 500 kg / 1,100 lb | Bin 200–300 kg | Nugget | Air or water | 220 V or 380 V |
≈ approximate, measured at standard test conditions.
Features
Built for daily commercial use.
Chewable ice
Soft pellets absorb flavour and are easy to chew, popular in healthcare and fast food.
Continuous production
The auger runs continuously instead of harvest cycles.
Dispenser-friendly
Pellets flow smoothly through drink and ice dispensers.
Low maintenance
Simple water system with automatic flushing options.
Real sample
What the ice looks like.
Photographed at our factory, straight from the machine.

Applications
Where it works.
- Hospitals and care homes
- Fast food and convenience stores
- Smoothie and juice bars
- Beverage dispensers
- Office pantries
- Seafood and produce display
Is nugget ice the same as pebble or pellet ice?
Why do hospitals use nugget ice?
Does a nugget machine use more energy than a cube machine?
Related reading
Before you order.

Buying guide3 min read
How to Size a Commercial Ice Machine (kg per Day, Ice Type and Climate)
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Types of Ice Machines and Ice Shapes: Cube, Nugget, Flake, Bullet and More
Which ice shape suits a bar, a hospital, a fish counter or a dessert café, and how each type of machine makes it.
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Technical3 min read
Air-Cooled vs Water-Cooled Ice Machines: Which Should You Choose?
Running cost, water use, installation and output in hot rooms, compared side by side, plus when a remote condenser is the better answer.
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