Empava 5-Burner Stainless Built-in Gas Cooktop 36 in
- Size: 36 inches
- Power Source: Gas
- Fuel Type: Natural Gas, Propane
- Heating Element: Sealed
Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
The burner layout and BTU range cover most cooking needs, but reported ignition and gas-flow issues on individual burners mean installation should be checked carefully before relying on it.
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ASIN: B0F7XQ3V4YModel: E-36GC65-GXCategory: Cooktops
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Overview
The Empava 36 inch gas cooktop is a 5-burner sealed cooktop with SABAF burners ranging from 4,500 to 20,000 BTU, factory set for natural gas with an LPG conversion kit included.
It uses a 120V electric pulse ignition system and cast iron grates over a 201-grade stainless steel panel, with a cutout of 34.25 x 19.61 inches for installation.
- 5 SABAF burners, 4,500 to 20,000 BTU
- 120V auto electric pulse ignition
- LPG conversion kit included for propane use
- 34.25 x 19.61 inch cutout, 201-grade stainless panel
Who it's for
Fits a kitchen remodel needing a 36 inch, 5-burner cooktop convertible between natural gas and propane. Buyers doing an outdoor or propane install should budget for a separate regulator or converter, since one reviewer sourced their own from a hardware store.
Pros and cons
- Wide BTU range from 4,500 to 20,000 across five burners
- Converts between natural gas and propane with the included LPG kit
- Dishwasher-safe cast iron grates and metal knobs
- At least one reviewer had two burners that would not ignite due to gas flow issues
- Igniters reportedly sparked on all burners at once rather than individually
- One reviewer described the metal panel as flimsy
Performance notes
Burners range from a 20,000 BTU triple ring to a 4,500 BTU auxiliary, giving a spread from high-heat searing to low simmering. The 120V auto electric pulse ignition is meant to light each burner individually, though at least one reviewer found all igniters sparking together regardless of which knob was turned.
Specifications
| Brand | Empava |
|---|---|
| Model | E-36GC65-GX |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 36 incheshigher than 80% of 46 cooktops |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 21 × 36 × 4.1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Heating Element | Sealed |
| Number of Heating Elements | 5 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Gas |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas, Propane |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Wattage | 14947 wattshigher than 100% of 28 cooktops |
| Construction & materials | |
| Heater Surface Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | Cast Iron, Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Trim Color | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Knob |
| Ignition System Type | Electronic |
| Additional Features | Flame-Out Protection, Sealed Burner |
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Frequently asked questions
Can the Empava 36 inch cooktop run on propane?
Yes, it ships set up for natural gas with an LPG conversion kit included, and one reviewer ran it outdoors on a propane tank with an added converter.
Do all five burners ignite individually?
They're designed to, but a reviewer reported all igniters sparking simultaneously regardless of which burner knob was turned, and two of their five burners would not light.
What cutout size does installation need?
The cutout dimensions are 34.25 inches wide by 19.61 inches deep, for a cooktop measuring 36.02 x 21.0 x 3.78 inches overall.