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product_id: 301576007
title: "36\" Recessed Gas Stove Cooktop with 5 Italy SABAF Sealed Burner NG/LPG Convertible in Stainless Steel"
brand: "empava"
price: "$1792"
currency: NZD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/301576007-36-recessed-gas-stove-cooktop-with-5-italy-sabaf-sealed
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region: New Zealand
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# stainless steel stain & heat resistant surface 5 Italy SABAF sealed burners NG/LPG convertible with included nozzles 36" Recessed Gas Stove Cooktop with 5 Italy SABAF Sealed Burner NG/LPG Convertible in Stainless Steel

**Brand:** empava
**Price:** $1792
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Elevate your kitchen game with Italian precision and dual-fuel freedom!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 36" Recessed Gas Stove Cooktop with 5 Italy SABAF Sealed Burner NG/LPG Convertible in Stainless Steel by empava
- **How much does it cost?** $1792 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/301576007-36-recessed-gas-stove-cooktop-with-5-italy-sabaf-sealed)

## Best For

- empava enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted empava brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last & Shine:** Premium stainless steel surface resists stains and heat discoloration, ensuring your cooktop stays sleek and professional-looking for years.
- • **Dual Fuel Flexibility:** Seamlessly switch between natural gas and propane with included nozzles—perfect for home, RV, or outdoor culinary adventures.
- • **Effortless Maintenance:** Heavy-duty cast iron grates and sealed burners are dishwasher safe, making cleanup quick so you can focus on what matters.
- • **Safety First Innovation:** Advanced flame failure thermocouples automatically shut off gas to protect your home and family from leaks.
- • **World-Class Italian Burners:** Experience precision cooking with 5 SABAF sealed burners engineered in Italy for unmatched flame control and safety.

## Overview

The Empava 36" Recessed Gas Stove Cooktop features five premium Italy-made SABAF sealed burners with advanced flame failure safety technology. Designed and engineered in the USA, it offers a robust stainless steel surface resistant to stains and heat discoloration. This versatile cooktop supports both natural gas and propane with included nozzles, making it ideal for various settings including home kitchens, RVs, and outdoor use. Durable cast iron grates and sealed burners simplify cleaning, while a 2-year US-based warranty doubles industry standards, ensuring long-lasting performance and peace of mind.

## Description

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Review: Beautiful and durable gas cooktop - Pros: Not a glass cooktop and is stainless steel. It would be easy to install if it came with brackets but this is a bear minimal setup if you have an old cooktop being replaced Closed burner black top covers if you cook often then you want it to be removed quickly for cleaning. If you do a lot of cooking and had an old stainless steel one before then appearance wise this is perfect. I expect performance to be as the same as my old cooktop which had 5 burners. My only issue is the quality control on the thermocouplers on these because the last Chinese made one I had the thermocoupler failed on the main one. Cons: Everything is either made in China and has different sizes prepare to pay a professional for replacing valves and labor to cut your existing setup for this to fit. I still prefer my old 4 burner because it was made in the United States however I have a mother that doesn't understand the world is getting worse with inferior products now and we now live in a throwaway society. You cannot expect to find the same type of pipes and stuff that is durable and last a long time because lack of quality control and industry standard no longer exists. Other Thoughts: If you want to live then hire a professional contractor to do the installation. Old cooktops do not use old style connectors anymore and you will never be able to find adapters to fit a new valve. Cutting and installing a new cooktop to replace the old standard will be around 700-1000 because unlike the past everything is made in China and nothing is a Universal standard anymore that is why I miss the good old days. I hired an unprofessional for my last cooktop and he used the old regulator and pipe (which industry standard said to replace every five years), and the stuff leaked. What was worse is it was glass so temperature variation without using any kind of cover will lead to breakage of glass which happened in my case. My mother hated me putting the covers on and that is when it happened when she took them off Old style gas valves will not fit the new style connectors. The old shut off valve does need to be replaced with the new style. All the existing parts on the old stove or any that connected it to the old stove must all be replaced with the new style. If the valve is the only old part, it must be replaced. Have a plumber do the work to ensure leak free installation and a proper connection. Most, if not all, appliance delivery & setup personal will not do all the installation work required so if it is an old gas cooktop bite the bullet and hire a professional. Replacing gas shut off valves is one of those things an installer will not do unless he is a plumber and contractor . The valve is not an expensive part but labor and replacement is 200 unless you know how to do it which I recommend you do not if you do not know what you are doing.
Review: Excellent quality - I use this with a propane tank. I bought the converter from the local hardware store. Works great outdoors.

## Features

- Designed and Engineered in USA with 2 Years US Based Manufacture Warranty, DOUBLES the usual industry warranty for an exceptional quality Empava stove top.
- LPG/NG Convertible (Both Nozzles Included) delivers the same maximum BTU power to propane and natural gas cooktops – Works manually w/o electricity. Capable for multi-purpose such as RVs, light cooking family, small kitchen and outdoor use, etc. Compatible to install above any Empava 24/30 in. under-counter single wall oven.
- The 5 World Class Made in Italy SABAF burner gas cooktops by Empava features one of the latest flame failure thermocouples auto shut off protection technology that prevent gas leak to keep your home and family safe.
- Enjoy minimal cleanup with sealed burners to prevent food from falling into them. Stain and heat discoloration resistant stainless-steel surface will provide you with a reliable cooktop for years to come.
- The durable knobs and laser cut full-width edge-to-edge heavy cast iron grates can be cleaned in the dishwasher for hassle-free, effortless cleaning and maintenance to enhance the premium look.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08Z77M6GS |
| Best Sellers Rank | #839 in Appliances ( See Top 100 in Appliances ) #68 in Cooktops |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (68) |
| Date First Available | March 17, 2021 |
| Item Weight | 35 pounds |
| Item model number | 36" Recessed Gas Stove Cooktop |
| Manufacturer | Empava |
| Product Dimensions | 36 x 21 x 2 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Empava
- **Burner type:** Gas Burners
- **Color:** stainless steel
- **Fuel Type:** Gas
- **Heater Surface Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Heating Elements:** 5
- **Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Power Source:** Gas Powered
- **Product Dimensions:** 20.67"D x 36.02"W x 2.1"H
- **Special Feature:** Automatic Shut-Off

## Images

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## Available Options

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful and durable gas cooktop
*by S***A on June 3, 2024*

Pros: Not a glass cooktop and is stainless steel. It would be easy to install if it came with brackets but this is a bear minimal setup if you have an old cooktop being replaced Closed burner black top covers if you cook often then you want it to be removed quickly for cleaning. If you do a lot of cooking and had an old stainless steel one before then appearance wise this is perfect. I expect performance to be as the same as my old cooktop which had 5 burners. My only issue is the quality control on the thermocouplers on these because the last Chinese made one I had the thermocoupler failed on the main one. Cons: Everything is either made in China and has different sizes prepare to pay a professional for replacing valves and labor to cut your existing setup for this to fit. I still prefer my old 4 burner because it was made in the United States however I have a mother that doesn't understand the world is getting worse with inferior products now and we now live in a throwaway society. You cannot expect to find the same type of pipes and stuff that is durable and last a long time because lack of quality control and industry standard no longer exists. Other Thoughts: If you want to live then hire a professional contractor to do the installation. Old cooktops do not use old style connectors anymore and you will never be able to find adapters to fit a new valve. Cutting and installing a new cooktop to replace the old standard will be around 700-1000 because unlike the past everything is made in China and nothing is a Universal standard anymore that is why I miss the good old days. I hired an unprofessional for my last cooktop and he used the old regulator and pipe (which industry standard said to replace every five years), and the stuff leaked. What was worse is it was glass so temperature variation without using any kind of cover will lead to breakage of glass which happened in my case. My mother hated me putting the covers on and that is when it happened when she took them off Old style gas valves will not fit the new style connectors. The old shut off valve does need to be replaced with the new style. All the existing parts on the old stove or any that connected it to the old stove must all be replaced with the new style. If the valve is the only old part, it must be replaced. Have a plumber do the work to ensure leak free installation and a proper connection. Most, if not all, appliance delivery & setup personal will not do all the installation work required so if it is an old gas cooktop bite the bullet and hire a professional. Replacing gas shut off valves is one of those things an installer will not do unless he is a plumber and contractor . The valve is not an expensive part but labor and replacement is 200 unless you know how to do it which I recommend you do not if you do not know what you are doing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent quality
*by C***R on January 20, 2026*

I use this with a propane tank. I bought the converter from the local hardware store. Works great outdoors.

### ⭐ Broken parts
*by M***. on October 10, 2025*

Two crates broken and one hat missing.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-26*