What temperature range do SmokinTex smokers reach?

All SmokinTex smokers operate between 100°F and 250°F (37.8°C to 121.1°C). Verify the specification for the specific model at the time of purchase, as performance can vary by heating element configuration.

Which SmokinTex model is right for a restaurant vs. home use?

The 1500-C and 1500-CXLD are right for restaurants, while the Lil’Tex, The OG, The Pitmaster, and The XL are best for home use.

How much food can a SmokinTex hold?

The amount of food a SmokinTex can hold varies by model. Lil’Tex: 23 lb (10.432 kg) The OG: 38 lb (17.236 kg) The Pitmaster: 60 lb (27.215 kg) The XL and 1500-C: 80 lb (36.287 kg) 1500-CXLD: 120 lb (54.431 kg.

How is an electric smoker different from a pellet or offset smoker?

An electric smoker uses a resistance heating element and thermostat for precise temperature control, requires no fuel monitoring, and keeps the exterior cool to the touch. A pellet smoker uses brand-specific wood pellets fed by a hopper and requires periodic monitoring. An offset smoker burns wood or charcoal in a separate firebox and requires constant attention to maintain temperature and fuel levels.

Do you have to tend a SmokinTex smoker?

No. SmokinTex smokers use a thermostat-controlled electric heating element that maintains the set temperature without any manual tending. Operators load the wood chips and food, set the temperature, and return when the cook is complete.

Can a SmokinTex cold smoke cheese and fish?

Yes. SmokinTex smokers support cold smoking with the optional cold smoke plate accessory, which generates smoke without raising the chamber to cooking temperatures.

SmokinTex Electric Smokers for Commercial Use

SmokinTex Commercial Electric Smokers

SmokinTex manufactures set-and-forget electric smokers built for BBQ restaurants, caterers, delis, and home enthusiasts who want consistent, low-and-slow results without tending a fire. The brand holds a solid reputation in the industry with over 25 years of experience and a 3-year warranty.

SmokinTex smokers' 304 stainless steel construction ensures long-lasting performance, and their double-wall insulation keeps the exterior cool to the touch during use. Chef's Deal supplies the SmokinTex lineup, including commercial electric smokers, wood chips, and accessories for a complete smoking program.

How SmokinTex Electric Smokers Work

SmokinTex electric smokers work on a simple 3-step principle: plug in, add a small amount of dry hardwood chips, and load the food.

A thermostat-controlled heating element beneath the smokebox heats the wood to produce smoke, and then holds the chamber at the set temperature, from 100°F (37.778°C) to 250°F (121.1°C), without any further intervention.
The double-wall insulated cabinet locks in moisture and smoke, keeps the exterior cool to the touch, and eliminates the temperature swings common to offset or pellet smokers.
Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and other slow-cooked proteins reach finished quality with no babysitting, a critical advantage in commercial kitchens where cooks manage multiple stations simultaneously.

SmokinTex Smoker Range

SmokinTex organizes its lineup into commercial and residential classes, with accessories supporting both.

Model	Use Class	Approximate Capacity
Lil’Tex	Residential	23 lb (10.432 kg)
The OG	Residential	38 lb (17.236 kg)
The Pitmaster	Residential	60 lb (27.215 kg)
The XL	Residential / Light-Commercial	80 lb (36.287 kg)
1500-C	Commercial	80 lb (36.287 kg)
1500-CXLD	Commercial (largest)	120 lb (54.431 kg)

Commercial Electric Smokers (1500 Series)

The SmokinTex commercial electric smoker lineup centers on the 1500-C and 1500-CXLD, both built from 304 stainless steel with double-wall insulation for full-service foodservice environments.

The 1500-C holds approximately 80 lb (36.287 kg) of product. It runs on commercial-duty heating elements sized for all-day operation in a restaurant, food truck, or catering trailer.
The 1500-CXLD is SmokinTex’s largest-capacity commercial model, accommodating approximately 120 lb (54.431 kg). It holds enough to load 30 whole chickens, 36 racks of ribs, or 500 chicken wings in a single smoke.

Both models roll on locking casters for repositioning within a kitchen and accept any dry hardwood chips, with no pellets or proprietary fuels required.

Residential & Light-Commercial Smokers

SmokinTex's residential line covers 4 models that scale from portable compact units to near-commercial capacity.

The Lil'Tex (formerly Pro 1100) handles approximately 23 lb (10.432 kg), making it the most portable option for catering drops or small batch prep.
The OG (formerly Pro 1400) is the brand's most popular residential model, holding approximately 38 lb (17.236 kg) and shipping with a seafood grill rack.
The Pitmaster (formerly 1460) steps up to approximately 60 lb (27.215 kg) for operators who regularly smoke full briskets or large pork shoulders.
The XL (formerly 1500 Pro) matches the 1500-C commercial capacity of approximately 80 lb (36.287 kg) and runs two 700 W heating elements, enabling flexible single- or dual-element operation.

Wood Chips & Smoke Flavor

SmokinTex smokers accept any dry hardwood chips: no pellets, no proprietary fuels. The brand sells apple, cherry, hickory, and mesquite chips individually and in variety packs.

Hickory and pecan suit brisket and pork shoulder.
Apple and cherry chips work well with poultry and fish.
Mesquite delivers intense flavor best in short exposures.

SmokinTex's efficient design retains smoke inside the insulated cabinet. Operators can achieve the same depth of flavor by using significantly less wood than a traditional offset smoker requires.

Racks, Covers, Carts & Parts

SmokinTex accessories include cooking racks and pans, all-weather covers, smoker carts, and replacement parts.

Stainless steel racks and pans are dishwasher-safe and sized to fit each model, simplifying sanitation between smoke cycles.
All-weather covers come with a 5-year warranty and protect the smoker cabinet during storage or outdoor use.
Smoker carts are custom-fit for the Lil'Tex and The OG, with fold-down side shelves and storage space that turn the smoker station into a self-contained mobile prep area.
Replacement parts keep units running over the long term without requiring a full equipment swap, supporting the brand's 3-year warranty period and beyond.
A cold smoke plate fits easily above the heating element on SmokinTex smokers to create a thermal barrier, enabling cold smoking.

Cold Smoking with SmokinTex

Cold smoking, infusing smoke flavor without cooking, is an uncommon capability on electric smokers that SmokinTex supports across its lineup via an optional cold smoke plate. The insulated stainless steel plate sits inside the cabinet, separating the food from the heating element and generating smoke without raising the interior temperature to cooking levels.

Operators use the cold smoke plate to smoke cheese, nuts, salmon, and other delicate proteins and dairy products that break down under direct heat. This single accessory expands a SmokinTex unit's menu range well beyond hot BBQ. It gives BBQ restaurants, charcuterie programs, and specialty delis a controlled cold-smoking option without the need for dedicated curing equipment.

Choosing the Right SmokinTex Smoker

Choosing the right SmokinTex smoker comes down to 3 decision points: commercial vs. residential use class, daily production volume vs. smoker capacity, and hot vs. cold smoking requirements. Each criterion narrows the field to the model families best suited to the operation.

SmokinTex Smoker Selection: Quick-Reference Guide

Decision Criterion	Requirement	Recommended Models
Use Class	Daily foodservice volume (restaurants, catering, food trucks)	1500-C, 1500-CXLD
Use Class	Light-commercial, supplemental, or residential	Lil'Tex, The OG, The Pitmaster, The XL
Capacity / Volume	Up to 20 chickens per load	1500-C, The XL
	Up to 30 chickens per load	1500-CXLD
	Up to 12 chickens per load	The Pitmaster
	Up to 6 chickens per load	The OG
	Up to 2 chickens per load	Lil'Tex
Smoke Type	Hot smoking only (100–250°F / 37.778–121.1°C)	All models, no accessory needed
Smoke Type	Cold smoking (cheese, salmon, nuts, charcuterie)	All models + cold smoke plate accessory

Commercial vs. Residential: Commercial models are ideal for BBQ restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and other businesses running daily foodservice volume. Residential units are ideal for lighter operations, limited-batch prep kitchens, or operators adding a supplemental smoker to an existing line.
Capacity vs. Volume: Size your model based on the internal volume specified in pounds or the number of food items it accommodates. For instance, the 80-lb (36.287 kg) 1500-C holds up to 20 chickens, 8 briskets, or 27 racks of ribs.
Hot vs. Cold Smoking: All SmokinTex smokers perform hot smoking at 100°F to 250°F (37.778°C to 121.1°C) out of the box. Cold smoking requires the optional cold smoke plate, available separately.

Is SmokinTex a Good Brand for Commercial Kitchens?

SmokinTex is a strong commercial kitchen choice for operations that need reliable, low-maintenance smoke production during long service hours. The brand's 25+ year track record, 304 stainless construction on the 1500 Series, and 3-year warranty position it as a dependable workhorse for BBQ restaurants, caterers, and delis. The set-and-forget electric design eliminates the staffing requirements of offset smoking.

Why Buy SmokinTex from Chef's Deal

Chef's Deal offers an authorized selection of SmokinTex electric smokers, backed by guidance on matching model capacity to production volume and hot- or cold-smoking requirements. Benefit from request-a-quote support and bank-free financing options with up to 84-month terms, making high-ticket commercial smoker investments manageable without large upfront capital.

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