The Drop-In Heated Well is a rectangular, insulated component that can be top or bottom mounted. It is designed to hold a full-size pan and features thermostatic controls with a lit rocker switch and leads. The construction is made of stainless steel and has low wattage. It is cURus certified for safety. Some standard features of the Heated Well include the option to have drains or not, thermostatic controls, EZ locking hardware for easy installation, and easy access to heating elements and thermostats for servicing. It also has the option for mounting kits for combustible or thicker countertops and accessory adapters to convert the well to hold round pans. The Heated Well is constructed with thicker stainless steel and solid brazed joints for durability. It has a 50% larger drain with a flat screen for easy cleaning and to hold pans level. The thermostat controls read the actual temperature of the well and only add heat if needed. The well is fully insulated on the sides and bottom for better heat retention and cooler surrounding surfaces for customer safety. The thermostatic controls have a separate lighted ON/OFF switch and temperature dial for maintaining preset temperatures. There are various accessories available for the Heated Well, including rectangular and round stainless steel food pans in different sizes, hinged and notched lids for round pans, stainless steel wire trivets, adapters to convert warmers to hold round pans, support bars in different lengths, and mounting kits for thicker or combustible countertops. There are also valves and a remote handle available for units with drains.