Buy sheet pans by size first, then gauge and rim, then solid or perforated. Full size pans are 18 x 26 in. and fit full size ovens and bun pan racks; half size pans are 13 x 18 in. and fit half size and countertop ovens. Check your oven interior and your racks before you order, then buy enough to cover your busiest day plus the pans that are in the dish area.
Shop the equipment in this article: 18″ x 26″ full-size aluminum sheet pans, 19-gauge perforated aluminum bun pan and 20 tier bun baking pan rack. Freight is included on every order.
Sizes
Sheet pans, also called bun pans, follow standard sizes:
- Full size: 18 x 26 in. Our full size aluminum sheet pans are 18 x 26 x 1 in., sold in packs of 6 or 12, and the Thunder Group ALSP1826M is the same size in 18 gauge.
- Two-thirds size: 16 x 22 in., such as the Thunder Group ALSP1622.
- Half size: 13 x 18 in., the most common size for countertop convection ovens and small kitchens. Our perforated bun pan is 13 x 18 in.
Check the oven before buying full size pans. Our full size pan page says the oven interior needs to be at least 26 in. wide or deep. Countertop convection ovens such as the Waring WCO500X and the Cookline HCVE-16-120 hold four half size pans.
Material and gauge
Aluminum is the usual choice for baking because it heats quickly. Gauge is a thickness number, and a lower number means thicker metal: 18 gauge is thicker than 19 gauge. Thicker pans resist warping in a hot oven. Our full size pans are 19 gauge aluminum, the Thunder Group ALSP1826M is 18 gauge, and our perforated pan is 19 gauge 3003 aluminum.
Rim
A wire reinforced rim keeps the pan from bending and twisting. Our full size pans have a rim reinforced with galvanized steel wire, and the perforated pan has a wire-in-rim edge. Our full size pans have a 1 in. rim; for roasting that releases a lot of liquid, a deeper pan or hotel pan holds more.
Solid or perforated
Solid pans cover most baking, roasting, cooling and holding. Perforated pans have small holes that let hot air reach the bottom of the product, which in common practice helps bread, rolls and pizza crusts brown and crisp. Perforated pans are not for anything that drips.
Bun pan racks
Racks store, cool and move sheet pans. Our options:
| Rack | Holds | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 20 tier mobile rack | 20 full or 40 half size pans | 3 in. slide spacing, 350 lb total capacity |
| Thunder Group ALSPR020 | 20 full or 40 half size pans | 20-1/4 x 26 x 69-1/4 in., 4 casters, 2 locking |
| 10 tier half height rack | 10 full or 20 half size pans | Welded aluminum, 5 in. casters, 2 with brakes |
| Countertop rack | 7 pans | 3 in. slide spacing |
| Wall mounted rack | 6 full size pans | 28 x 18 x 21 in., 3 in. spacing |
| Wall mounted half size rack | 5 half size pans | 21 x 13 x 18 in. |
| Table-mounted rack | 6 full size pans | Fits under 30 or 36 in. deep tables |
Compare them in our bakery racks.
How many pans to buy
Count the pans in use at the busiest point of the day: in the oven, on racks cooling, holding prepped food, and in the dish area waiting to be washed. In common practice, kitchens add a margin on top so a slow dish cycle does not hold up production. Buying in packs of 6 or 12 makes this easier.
Space and clearance
A full height rack such as the ALSPR020 is 69-1/4 in. tall and needs a clear path to the oven and the walk-in, so measure doorways and aisles. Our racks list 3 in. slide spacing; for taller items, use every other slide.
Cleaning and care
Our full size sheet pan page says to hand wash them to keep the finish, because dish machine chemicals can darken aluminum. Wash, rinse and sanitize pans used for food as you would any utensil, and let them air dry. Do not scour with steel wool, which scratches the surface.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a full sheet pan?
18 x 26 in. Our full size pans are 18 x 26 x 1 in.
What is a half sheet pan?
13 x 18 in. It fits half size and countertop convection ovens.
Will a full size sheet pan fit in my oven?
Check that the oven interior is at least 26 in. wide or deep, as our sheet pan page says, and check the rack positions.
Can aluminum sheet pans go in a dishwasher?
Our product page recommends hand washing, because dish machine chemicals can darken aluminum.
See all pans and bakeware in our bakeware and pizza range and ovens in our commercial bakery equipment. Freight to the 48 contiguous states is included in the price, and non-powered items such as pans and racks have a 14-day return window.
Models in this guide at a glance
The models linked above are listed here with the main points from each product page, so you can compare them side by side before opening the full listings.
18″ x 26″ Full-Size Aluminum Sheet Pans – Pack of 12 or 6 (Commercial Grade)
- Brand: Express KitchQuip
Express KitchQuip 19-Gauge Perforated Aluminum Bun Pan – Commercial Baking Sheet, NSF Certified (model EKQ-SP6-1318)
Commercial 20 Tier Bun Baking Pan Rack Sheet Pan Rack
- Brand: Express KitchQuip
- Commercial 20 Tier Bun Baking
- 20 Tier Holds pans
- Heavy-Duty 350 lb. capacity
Thunder Group ALSPR020 20-Tier Aluminum Sheet Pan Rack with Casters (model ALSPR020)
- Brand: Thunder Group
- 20-1/4″ x 26″ x 69-1/4″, 20-tier sheet pan rack with 4 casters (2 locking).
- Holds 20 full size or 40 half size sheet pans.
Commercial 10 Tier Bun Baking Pan Rack Sheet Pan Rack (model WM-HALF-10)
- Brand: Express KitchQuip
- Commercial 10 Tier Bun Baking Pan
- Brake Wheel : Stable & secure
- NSF Certified : Quality assured
Countertop 7 Half Size & Full Size Sheet Bun Pan Rack Option
- Brand: Express KitchQuip
- Countertop 7 Half Size & Full Size
- Space Saving 3″ spacing
- Durable Build Corrosion-resistant
Table-Mounted Aluminum Bun Pan Rack for 30″ Wide Work Table (model TM-FULL-6)
- Brand: Express KitchQuip
- Table-Mounted Aluminum Bun Pan Rack
- 6 Pan Capacity : Holds 6 pans
- Front-Loading : Easy access
Before you order
- Measure the space and every doorway on the delivery path, and compare them with the dimensions on each product page.
- Check the spec sheet for power, gas or water requirements and match them to what your building has.
- Compare capacity with your busiest day rather than your average day.
- Read the warranty terms for the brand before you order.
Delivery, warranty and payment
- Delivery: delivery within the continental US is included in the price on the product page, and freight orders include liftgate service.
- Warranty: each product carries its manufacturer warranty. Terms by brand are on our warranty page.
- Financing: lease-to-own financing through Clicklease is offered on items of $500 and up. See how financing works.
- Quotes: buying for a business and need a written quote? Call +1-877-558-2253 or use our contact page.
Not sure which model fits?
Call +1-877-558-2253 with your space, power supply and daily volume, and we will help you narrow it down.