Gastronorm 1/6 Lids
A Gastronorm 1/6 lid covers the compact 176x162mm pan, a size favoured in buffet and salad bar setups where kitchens want six small sections within one GN 1/1 bay for varied toppings, dressings or garnishes. Cafes and hotel breakfast counters use 1/6 pans to keep multiple ingredients fresh and clearly separated without over-filling. As with smaller fractions, polycarbonate is common for cold display thanks to its clarity, while stainless steel suits hot holding.
Key specifications
Gastronorm 1/6 lids fit the compact 176 × 162mm pan, sized so six sit within a single 1/1 bay for varied toppings and condiments. As with all GN lids, the fit is to the footprint rather than depth, so one lid suits the full depth range for that fraction. Solid lids are the more common choice at this size, sealing small ingredients for fridge storage, stacking and transport; notched versions exist but are less typical since 1/6 pans are rarely ladle-served. Polycarbonate is usual here for its clarity and light weight in cold display, with stainless steel where hot holding applies. The standardised footprint means 1/6 lids interchange across saladettes, topping rails and buffet units from any compliant brand. Look for a rim that seats cleanly and stacks flat. Used across cafés, hotels, delis and buffet counters.
Gastronorm 1/6 Lids — FAQs
Why go this small?
When you need several distinct ingredients on display or in reach at once — think toppings bars, condiments or antipasti — without dedicating a full-size pan to each.
Solid or notched for a 1/6 pan?
Solid lids are more common at this size since 1/6 pans are rarely served directly from with a ladle; notched versions exist but are less typical.