16 Gauge Stainless Steel For a Two-Station Kitchen Workflow
The Karran Select Series SU76-PK1 is a 30 by 18 by 9-1/2 inch undermount kitchen sink in 16 gauge Type 304 stainless steel, sold as a complete kit with basket strainers, bottom grids, and Luster Pro oil included. Its equal double-bowl layout divides the basin evenly, giving each side room to work independently.
Key Features
• 16 gauge construction delivers noticeably thicker walls than standard 18 gauge sinks, reducing flex and dampening sound.
• Tight-radius corners give each bowl a squared, contemporary profile that complements modern cabinetry.
• 50/50 equal double bowl splits the basin into two identically sized stations for wash-and-rinse or prep-and-drain workflows.
• Undermount installation leaves no exposed rim above the counter, making countertop wipe-downs uninterrupted.
• Kit includes basket strainers, bottom grids, and Luster Pro oil so the sink arrives ready to install without a separate accessory order.
Built for the Everyday Demands of a Working Kitchen
Two equal bowls mean you can wash on one side and rinse or drain on the other without moving dishes to a drying rack mid-cycle. The 9-1/2 inch depth accommodates tall stockpots and deep baking sheets without crowding, and the equal split means neither bowl forces a compromise. Undermount positioning keeps the countertop surface continuous, which matters most on stone and solid surface installs where the counter edge is meant to be seen. The faucet mounts through the countertop behind the sink, since the SU76 has no integrated faucet deck.
Thick Steel, Tight Corners, and a Brushed Finish That Holds Up
Select Series sinks are built in 16 gauge stainless steel, a step up from the 18 gauge used in Karran's standard Profile and Novaro lines. The extra wall thickness stiffens the bowl against flex and reduces the ringing sound common in thinner sinks. Tight-radius corners bring the bowl walls close to square at the interior junction, keeping the basin looking clean-edged rather than rounded. The brushed satin finish masks minor water spots and surface scratches better than a polished surface, holding its appearance through regular use without special treatment.
The Right Fit for Kitchen Renovations and New Builds
This sink suits a 33 inch or larger sink base cabinet and installs beneath granite, quartz, or solid surface countertops using standard undermount methods. Cabinet shops outfitting kitchens in production will find the kit format reduces SKU fragmentation at ordering time. Designers specifying a contemporary kitchen can lean on the tight-radius corners and brushed finish as details that read upscale without requiring a premium material. Homeowners replacing an older drop-in sink moving to undermount get everything needed in one order, including the grids that protect the bowl bottoms from day one.
Does this sink require any special mounting hardware not included in the kit?
The kit includes basket strainers, bottom grids, and Luster Pro oil. Undermount clips or fasteners and silicone sealant are not part of the kit and should be sourced per your countertop fabricator's recommended method. The faucet is also sold separately.
Can this sink be installed in a laminate countertop?
The SU76 is a conventional undermount sink, not a seamless-series model. It is suited for installation beneath stone, quartz, and solid surface countertops where the countertop edge can be finished to conceal the rim. Laminate installations typically call for a top mount or a Karran Edge seamless-series sink instead.
What is the advantage of 16 gauge over 18 gauge stainless?
Gauge measures thickness: a lower number means thicker steel. At 16 gauge, the Select Series bowl walls are measurably stiffer than 18 gauge sinks, which reduces flex under load and lowers the hollow ringing sound when water hits the basin.
Do both bowls share the same depth?
Yes. The 50/50 equal bowl layout means both basins share the same 9-1/2 inch depth and identical footprints, so each side offers the same working capacity.
One Order, Ready to Install
The SU76-PK1 kit takes the guesswork out of accessory matching: the grids, strainers, and care oil arrive with the sink, sized and finished to fit. Install it once and get a double-bowl workhorse that holds its look through years of kitchen use.
