Thermal Insulation

 

GLACIER BAY READY -TO-MOUNTtm"  ICE BOX HATCH

 
Build or re-build your refrigerator, freezer or ice box better than ever with the "Ready-to-Mount" tm hatch. Designed and manufactured by Glacier Bay, the world's leading innovator in marine refrigeration products, the "Ready-to-Mount" tm hatch dramatically simplifies ice box construction and offers many important advantages over traditional lids including: Hatch.jpg (6477 bytes)
 
  • Outstanding Insulation - A pre-installed Barrier Ultra-rtm Super Insulation Vacuum Panel gives the "Ready-to-Mount"tm hatch an "R-50" insulation value, the equivalent of 10" of the best quality closed cell urethane foam.
  • Double Gaskets  - Two separate seals are used to make sure your box is air-tight maintains its "like new" seal performance for year after year.
  • Positive Magnetic Latching - Powerful rare-earth magnets clamp your lid tightly eliminating the need for separate latches on many installations.
  • Thin and Light - No more heavy, cumbersome hatches. The "Ready-to-Mount"tm hatch lid is just 2" thick and weighs only 4.2 pounds ("C" size).
  • Build To Last - Pressure molded fiberglass construction takes any abuse without distortion or damage.
  • Long-Lasting Good Looks - Pure white gel-cost retains a like-new appearance for the life of the boat.
  • Sanitary Design - All corners are well radiused to avoid the cracks and crevices that can hold dirt and mold. The gaskets are mounted to the lid itself to prevent dirt build-up on seals and permit easy washing.
  • Top or Side Mounting - The hatch is suitable for both top loading and front opening installations.
  • Heater Strip Option - Built in low-power electric heater strip surrounds the outer frame and completely eliminates frame sweating on front opening freezers. (add $60)
  • Easy Installation - "Ready-to-Mount"
     

"Ready-to-Mount"tm hatches make the hardest part of box building (or re-building) a breeze!

 

"Ready-to-Mount"tm hatches are available in three standard sizes.

SIZE FINISHED OPENING DIMENSIONS* PRICE ($USD)
"A" 11.5" x 8.125" (285mm x 206mm) 585.00
"B" 13.125" x 10.00" (333mm x 254mm) 630.00
"C" 18.25" x 13.25" (463mm x 336mm) 690.00
"D" 14.25" x 26.00" (362mm x 660) 830.00
"E" 14.25" x 8.25" (362mm x 209mm) 610.00
"F" 10.00" x 8.125" (254mm x 206mm) 540.00
"G" 15.75" x 8.00" (400mm x 203mm) 630.00

* This is the size of the opening you will have after your hatch is installed. See our Hatch Frame Dimensions to determine the overall size (including the frame flange), cut-out dimensions and the hatch depth.  Or, download CAD drawing files from our file download page.
 

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Finish
"Ready-to-Mount"tm
hatches are designed to be finished off using your own countertop or suitable facing material.  Suitable materials include plywood/Formica, Corian, teak, tile or any of the new lightweight cabinetry materials.

Installation
The hatches can be installed in many different ways - flush or raised, front or top opening.  See our Recommended Hatch Mounting illustrations for clarification.

 

 
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