Empava Sabaf 5-Burner Gas Cooktop 30 in
- Size: 30 inches
- Power Source: Gas
- Installation Type: Built-In
- Voltage: 110 volts
Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Strong hardware for the money if you are comfortable sorting out the gas fitting and dialing in the low flame yourself. Measure your cutout twice before ordering.
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ASIN: B07Y54LL4RModel: EMPV-30GC26Category: Cooktops
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Overview
This Empava drop in gas cooktop measures 29.92 by 20.08 inches with a 2.4 inch depth and needs a 28.58 by 18.54 inch cutout. Five Italian Sabaf sealed burners sit under continuous cast iron grates: a 13,000 BTU triple ring, a 10,200 BTU rapid, two 6,000 BTU semi rapid and a 3,800 BTU auxiliary.
Empava ships both natural gas and LPG orifices in the box along with an NG regulator, so conversion is a parts swap rather than a purchase. Ignition works off a pre installed 110v cord, but the burners themselves need no electricity to stay lit, and each one carries a flame failure thermocouple that cuts gas if the flame blows out. The grates go in the dishwasher.
- 30 inch drop in, cutout 28.58 x 18.54 in
- Italian Sabaf sealed burner set
- Continuous cast iron grates, dishwasher safe
- Works without electricity once lit
Who it's for
A reasonable fit for a kitchen remodel on a budget, an RV or a mobile home where the propane option matters. Cooks who regularly work with three or four large pans at once will find the burner spacing tight.
Pros and cons
- Five burners spanning 3,800 to 13,000 BTU
- NG and LPG orifices both included
- Glass surface wipes clean after spills
- Flame failure cutoff on every burner
- Gas inlet uses a fitting hard to source in the US
- Low flame needs manual per burner adjustment
- Large pans crowd out the small burners
- Body panels feel thin to some owners
Performance notes
Sealed burners and a glass surface mean spills sit on top instead of dropping into a burner well, which is the practical difference from an older open burner top. The weak point is the low end: the factory simmer setting runs hot, and correcting it means pulling the knobs and glass to reach a brass adjustment screw on each burner valve. Propane conversion follows the same pattern - swap the orifices, then re trim every burner individually.
Specifications
| Brand | Empava |
|---|---|
| Model | EMPV-30GC26 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 30 inches |
| Item Weight | 30 poundshigher than 63% of 28 cooktops |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 20.1 × 29.9 × 2.4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 5 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Gas |
| Voltage | 110 voltslower than 87% of 53 cooktops |
| Construction & materials | |
| Heater Surface Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | Glass |
| Color | Black Tempered Glass |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Built-In |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Knob |
| Ignition System Type | Gas Pilot |
| Specification Met | US & Canada CSA Certified |
| Item Type Name | In Black Tempered Glass |
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Frequently asked questions
What cutout does the Empava 30 in. gas cooktop need?
28.58 inches long by 18.54 inches wide. Owners who skipped that measurement found the unit narrower than the opening they had.
Does the Empava 30 in. cooktop work with propane?
Yes. LPG nozzles and instructions are included, though owners report needing a suitable high pressure propane hose and a per burner low flame adjustment afterward.
Will the Empava gas cooktop run during a power outage?
The burners operate manually without electricity. The 110v cord powers the electric starters, so you would light it another way.