Gold Medal Medallion 52 oz Movie Theater Popcorn Machine on Base - 2911-00-801 (LED Sign, Bag-in-Box Oil)

Keep the concession line moving with the Gold Medal Medallion 2911-00-801, a 52 oz movie theater popcorn machine built for cinemas, stadiums, grocery stores, and high-traffic travel centers. Each batch pops 52 oz of raw corn with about 17 oz of coconut oil. The stainless cabinet base includes a 2257 bag-in-box oil pump, so operators dispense measured oil with one button instead of scooping. A popcorn crisper, 3-stage filtration, and an LED backlit sign complete a full production station.

Key Features

• 52 oz Top Hat Kettle - Hardwired kettle with Gold Medal's "Big Eye" electronic temperature control and a separate high-limit thermocouple, so it signals the right moment to load and dump.
• Bag-in-Box Oil Delivery - The included 2257 BIB pump and heated oil line push a preset oil charge into the kettle. The oil system keeps coconut oil liquid when left on overnight.
• Salt/Sweet Switch - Switch kettle temperature for Glaze Pop and sugar corn, using 26 oz of Glaze Pop per 52 oz batch.
• Popcorn Crisper - A blower and warmer under the corn deck keep popped corn fresh and crisp between rushes.
• 3-Stage Filtration - A daily-clean mesh filter, an oil mist bag filter, and two grease filters keep oil vapor off the glass and out of the room.
• Butterfly and Mushroom Corn Screens - Both inserts are included, so you can switch between theater-style butterfly corn and mushroom corn for coatings.
• Reversible Dome - Stainless dome flips so the sign faces a front counter or back counter.
• Clean-In-Place Kettle Hook - Holds the kettle tilted for cleaning without removing it from the cabinet.

Specifications

• Kettle: 52 oz (raw corn per batch); about 17 oz oil per batch
• Electrical: 120/208 or 120/240V, 60 Hz, single phase, 50A, 4-wire (2 hot, 1 neutral, 1 ground); 7,177 W; NEMA 14-50P plug; NEMA 14-50 wall receptacle and cover supplied
• Dimensions: 36" W x 28.404" D x 77.128" H (91.5 x 72.2 x 196 cm) on base; allow 6" clearance above the exhaust
• Base: 2009SS stainless cabinet with casters (2 locking) and pull-out corn bin drawer
• Oil system: 2257 Series bag-in-box pump included
• Sign: LED backlit "POPCORN" sign
• Included: 52 oz corn cup, ¼ cup Flavacol measure, Flavacol container, jet scoop, tube brush, butterfly and mushroom screen inserts
• Agency listings: cETLus, ETL Sanitation (Intertek)
• Operating environment: 41°-131°F ambient
• Warranty: 2 years parts, 6 months labor
• Shipping: about 453 lb, ships as one piece by freight truck (loading dock or forklift required); built to order, allow 8-12 weeks
• Manufacturer: Gold Medal Products Co. · MPN 2911-00-801 · SKU GOLD2911-00-801

Other Medallion Configurations

2911-00-802: base, bag-in-box, LED neon sign · 2911-00-803 / -804: base with bucket pump (LED or neon sign) · 2911-00-841 / -842: countertop models, oil unit sold separately · Export 230V versions available. Call 1-800-560-1120 to order any configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much popcorn does a 52 oz Medallion pop per hour?
Each batch is 52 oz of raw corn, and Gold Medal treats a salted cycle longer than 4 minutes as a problem to fix. At 3-4 minute cycles that's about 15-20 batches an hour, roughly 780-1,000 oz of raw corn, enough to keep a busy multiplex or stadium stand supplied.

What electrical service does the Medallion need?
It needs a single-phase, 50-amp, 4-wire circuit (120/208 or 120/240V) with a NEMA 14-50 receptacle, which is supplied with the machine. A certified electrician must wire it hot-to-neutral, because every component runs on 120V. Gold Medal recommends a dedicated circuit and no extension cords.

Should I choose bag-in-box or bucket pump oil?
The 2911-00-801 includes a bag-in-box pump, which loads sealed oil boxes into the base for less mess and handling. Bucket pump models (803/804) draw from a heated pail. Coconut oil solidifies below about 76°F, so leave the oil system switch on for daily use.

What's the difference between the Medallion and the Pop-O-Gold?
The Medallion pops 52 oz per batch with a hardwired kettle on a 50-amp circuit. The Pop-O-Gold 2011 pops 32 oz with a removable twist-lock kettle on a 30-amp NEMA L14-30 circuit. Both share the same cabinet, filtration, crisper, and controls.

Built on a welded aluminum frame with a riveted stainless cabinet, the Medallion is designed for years of daily theater and stadium service. It is a smart choice for high-volume operators who need maximum batch size without moving to a twin-kettle machine.

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