Café CVM517P3RD1 Convection Over-the-Range Microwave
- Capacity: 1.7 cu ft
- Wattage: 950 watts
- Turntable Diameter: 13.6 inches
- Heating Method: Microwave Radiation, Convection Heat
Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A capable convection microwave with air fry built in, worth the extra mainly if you are pairing it with a Cafe range for the connected features.
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ASIN: B0BXPKYWG7Model: CVM517P3RD1Category: Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
Overview
The Cafe CVM517P3RD1 is a 1.7 cu ft over-the-range convection microwave that adds an air fry mode alongside standard microwave and convection cooking. It is also built to sync with a matching Cafe range through Chef Connect.
Two features stand out here: air fry, which crisps food using convection heat instead of relying purely on microwave energy, and Chef Connect, which automatically turns on the range hood vent and light and syncs the clocks when paired with a compatible Cafe range. Chef Connect only does anything if you own or plan to buy that matching range, so it reads as a reason to choose this microwave as part of a coordinated suite rather than on its own. No rating or review data is attached to this listing.
- 1.7 cu ft over-the-range microwave
- Air fry mode without added oil
- Convection cooking mode
- Chef Connect syncing with a matching Cafe range
Who it's for
Best for a kitchen already built around, or being built around, a matching Cafe range, where the connected features add real convenience. Someone buying a single over-the-range microwave with no matching range will not see any benefit from Chef Connect.
Pros and cons
- Air fry mode built into the microwave
- Convection cooking alongside standard microwave functions
- Chef Connect syncs vent, lights and clock with a matching Cafe range
- Chef Connect benefits require owning a compatible Cafe range
- No customer rating or review count listed
- No published attribute spec sheet on this listing
Performance notes
Air fry mode crisps food using convection heat rather than microwave radiation alone, which is the mechanism behind results comparable to a countertop air fryer. Convection cooking is also used for tasks like roasting vegetables or cooking rice more evenly than a straight microwave setting would.
Specifications
| Brand | Café |
|---|---|
| Model | CVM517P3RD1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Turntable Diameter | 13.6 incheshigher than 72% of 30 over-the-range microwave ovens |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.7 cu ft |
| Heating Method | Microwave Radiation, Convection Heat |
| Defrost System Type | Auto Defrost |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 950 wattslower than 86% of 37 over-the-range microwave ovens |
| Number of Power Levels | 10 |
| Energy Consumption | 950 wattslower than 79% of 25 over-the-range microwave ovens |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Turntable |
| Other details | |
| Number of Programs | 14 |
| Control Type | Push Button, Touch |
| Timer Function | Timer Function Available |
| Additional Features | Turntable |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Cafe CVM517P3RD1 need a matching range to work?
No, it functions as a standalone microwave, but the Chef Connect feature that syncs vent, lights and clock only activates with a compatible Cafe range.
Can this microwave air fry food?
Yes, it has a dedicated air fry mode that crisps food without added oil.
What size is the CVM517P3RD1?
It has 1.7 cu ft of interior capacity, built for over-the-range installation.