Manitowoc Indigo NXT IDT0450A-161 Modular Ice Maker
- Refrigerant: R134a
- Wattage: 30 watts
- Warranty Description: 1 year
- Voltage: 115 volts
Last refreshed Jun 12, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A modular commercial ice machine built for volume and uptime monitoring, worth it for a bar or restaurant already set up for 115v commercial equipment.
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ASIN: B07RBZVD5BModel: IDT0450A-161Category: Ice Makers
Overview
The Manitowoc IDT0450A-161 is a modular, air-cooled commercial ice machine for hotels, restaurants, pubs and bars, producing up to 470 lbs of rhomboid shaped ice cubes every 24 hours on a 115v circuit.
This unit is built around Manitowoc's Indigo NXT platform, with a 2.8 inch easyTouch display for icon based programming and Smart Diagnostics that run continuous preventative checks. The DuraTech coating over the aluminum alloy body is meant to resist fingerprints and scratches in a busy bar environment. It is NSF certified and designed to pair with a separate ice storage bin rather than run as a standalone appliance.
- Up to 470 lb ice output per 24 hours
- Rhomboid shaped ice at 100 percent ice-to-water ratio
- 2.8 inch easyTouch icon-based display
- NSF certified, DuraTech coated steel body
Who it's for
Hospitality operators, bars and restaurants that need a steady, programmable supply of dense ice for drink service. It is not sized or wired for a home kitchen.
Pros and cons
- Produces up to 470 lbs of ice per day
- NSF certified for commercial kitchens
- Programmable schedule and icon-based touch display
- Coated housing resists fingerprints and wear
- Requires a separate ice storage bin and professional install
- 115v commercial unit, not a plug-and-play home appliance
- A reviewer flagged that production has shifted to Mexico, with only repairs handled in the US
Performance notes
The compressor is air-cooled and housed in DuraTech coated steel, and ice production is set through the easyTouch display, either by on/off schedule or by target ice volume. Smart Diagnostics run in the background around the clock and flag developing issues before they cause downtime.
Specifications
| Brand | Manitowoc |
|---|---|
| Model | IDT0450A-161 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 30 wattslower than 98% of 41 ice makers |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Ice Machine |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
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Frequently asked questions
What shape ice does the Manitowoc IDT0450A-161 make?
It produces hard, clear ice in a rhomboid, dice-cube shape at a 100 percent ice-to-water ratio.
How much ice does it produce per day?
Up to 470 lbs of ice every 24 hours.
Does the IDT0450A-161 monitor itself for problems?
Yes, Smart Diagnostics run 24-hour preventative maintenance checks and give feedback to flag issues early.