The popcorn machine kettle size refers to the approximate number of one-ounce popped popcorn servings the kettle will produce in one popping cycle (which takes about 3-4 minutes). For example, a 4 oz. popcorn machine will produce enough popcorn in one cycle to fill 4 one-ounce popcorn servings. A one-ounce serving is a bag approximately 3" wide by 2" deep by 8" tall. Four ounces of popped popcorn is roughly equivalent to a microwaveable bag of popped popcorn. The best way to determine the size of machine you will need is to figure out how many one-ounce servings you will go through during your busiest hour. Divide the number of one-ounce servings per hour by 16 and you will have the size machine you will need to meet your busiest demand. For example: During her busiest hour, Ann needs 125 one-ounce bags of popcorn. 125 divided by 16 equals 7.81, therefore Ann should order an 8 oz. popcorn machine.

Small Volume- 4 oz. popcorn machines
4 oz. popcorn machine poppers can produce 92 oz. of popcorn per hour and are ideal for use in homes, home theaters, small break rooms, rec rooms, and game rooms.

Medium Volume- 6 oz. and 8 oz. popcorn machines
6 oz. and 8 oz. popcorn machine poppers can produce 113 to 147 oz of popcorn per hour and are ideal for use in social clubs, video stores, larger break areas, restaurants, small bars, country clubs, and waiting rooms.

Large Volume- 12 oz. popcorn machines
12 oz. popcorn machine poppers can produce about 221 oz of popcorn per hour and are ideal for use in large schools, zoos, midways, concession stands, and snack bars.

Commercial Volume- 16 oz. popcorn machines
16 oz. popcorn machine poppers can produce about 295 oz of popcorn per hour and are ideal for use in theaters, convention centers, amusement parks, arenas, stadiums, malls, and ball parks.

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