
Specifications
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The Summit NOVA45 is a 53-inch chest freezer designed for ice cream storage. It offers 14.1 cubic feet of capacity and features a hammered aluminum interior, sliding glass lid, and defrost drain. The unit has a white finish and steel construction, measuring 29.25 inches high, 53 inches wide, and 27.25 inches deep.
This chest freezer is suited for commercial ice cream display or residential use where significant frozen storage is needed. The sliding glass lid allows visibility of contents, while the defrost drain facilitates maintenance. Given its 53-inch width and nearly 30-inch height, this appliance requires dedicated floor space in a kitchen, garage, basement, or commercial setting. Buyers should verify that the installation location can accommodate these dimensions and provide appropriate electrical supply.
The Summit NOVA45 — chest freezer.
Specifications
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How this chest freezer stacks up against close alternatives on Fridge.com.
| Spec | ![]() Summit NOVA45 53"" Ice Cream Freezer with Hammered Aluminum Interior 14.1 cu. ft. Capacity Sliding Glass Lid and Defrost Drain in White Summit · NOVA45 | Alternative Summit Appliance · NOVA53 | Alternative Summit Appliance · NOVA22 |
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| Price | $2,223.99 | — | — |
| Color | White | White | White |
| Material | Steel | — | Steel |
| Size | 29.25" H x 53" W x 27.25" D | 29.25" H x 60.75" W x 27.25" D | — |
| Finish | — | White | White |
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| Where to buy | View Deal | See details → | See details → |
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Brand Background
Summit, a brand line from Felix Storch, Inc. headquartered in the Bronx, New York, has been manufacturing specialty refrigeration products since 1969. Unlike mainstream appliance makers that focus primarily on full-size kitchen refrigerators, Summit has carved out a distinctive niche in purpose-built cooling solutions. The Fridge.com catalog currently tracks 149 active Summit products, with the lineup revealing the brand's specialized focus: 69 french-door units, 35 upright freezers, and 24 beverage centers represent the core of their offerings. The catalog also includes compact refrigerators, chest freezers, kegerators, wine coolers, and dedicated ice makers, demonstrating Summit's commitment to serving commercial, medical, and hospitality applications alongside residential needs. Models like the CM411LBIIF and FF1512SSIM illustrate the brand's emphasis on built-in and space-conscious designs. With an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 points across its product range, Summit occupies the mainstream tier of the market, offering functional specialty refrigeration without the premium pricing of luxury brands. For buyers seeking dedicated beverage storage, compact undercounter units, or commercial-grade freezers, Summit provides options that larger appliance manufacturers often overlook.