Sharp R-CD1200M

Last updated: November 9, 2026

Sharp R-CD1200M

A 1,200 W, 0.75 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for restaurant lines and quick-service kitchens. It stands out for its 3-year parts and labor warranty and 100 stored programs.

  • 1,200 WOutput
  • 0.8 cu ftCapacity
  • HeavyDuty
  • 120 V, NEMA 5-20Power
Check price at Amazon$1,221

Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • 1,200 W of heavy-duty power from a standard 120 V circuit
  • Fits a half-size steam table pan
  • Stores 100 programs, so staff get the same result with one press
  • 3-year parts and labor warranty
Cons
  • Needs a dedicated 20 A circuit with a NEMA 5-20 receptacle
  • Compact 0.75 cu ft cavity limits tall containers

The Sharp R-CD family

Every Sharp R-CD model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power class.

ModelOutputRatingPrice
Sharp R-CD1200M (this one)1,200 W4.0/5$1,221
Sharp R-CD2200M2,200 W4.7/5$1,516

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power class. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model numberR-CD1200M
Cooking
Output power1,200 W
Duty ratingHeavy
Energy feedTop and bottom
Cavity
Capacity0.8 cu ft
Inside dimensions14 x 13 x 7.1 in (W x D x H)
Largest panHalf-size pan either way, or two 1/3-size pans
InteriorStainless steel
Controls
ControlsTouch
Stored programs100
Memory pads10
Cooking stages4
Power levels11
Door handleTrigger handle
Electrical
Voltage120 V
PlugNEMA 5-20
Input power1,900 W
Current draw16 A
Build
Outside dimensions17.5 x 20.5 x 13.6 in (W x D x H)
Weight65 lb
Parts and labor warranty3 years
Magnetron warranty3 years

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