Model 2000-3BSL-C-3

3-Body Extra-Wide Side-Load Upright Mortuary Cooler

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Facilities with a corner placement, a narrow prep room, or a workflow where front-door swing creates a bottleneck are typically the buyers for a 3-body side-load mortuary cooler. When both doors open wide simultaneously to expose the full interior width, your team has unrestricted access to all three positions from directly in front of the unit — no reaching around a door edge, no repositioning between tiers. The American Mortuary Coolers Model 3BX-SL is built for that workflow.

Three-body side-load storage. 87-inch wide interior access. 100% self-contained — no drainage, no special electrical systems, no plumbing required. Standard 110V outlet. Optional castors, interior light, and on-site assembly service available at order. Built in Johnson City, Tennessee. Backed by a 15-year panel and door warranty. Direct from the manufacturer.

Who Orders the Model 3BX-SL

Funeral homes and prep rooms where the cooler sits in a corner or against a wall and front-door swing is limited
Rural morgues and coroner facilities needing 3-body refrigerated capacity in a compact floor footprint
Hospitals and health systems where side-access fits the room layout better than front-access
Removal companies and crematories adding refrigerated holding capacity in tight spaces
Medical examiner and forensic facilities where simultaneous access to all positions improves workflow
Any facility where a standard front-load cooler creates a door-swing conflict with adjacent equipment or walls

Why Side-Load Changes the Working Experience

The difference between a front-load and side-load upright cooler is not just architectural — it is operational. On a standard front-load upright, the door swings out toward the operator and takes up floor space in front of the unit during every access. On the 3BX-SL, both doors swing to the sides and the full 87-inch interior width is accessible from directly in front. There is no door edge to work around, no blind corner on the lower or upper tier, and no floor obstruction during transfers.

This matters most in rooms where the cooler is tucked into a corner, positioned along a wall, or situated in a space where the floor area in front of the unit is shared with a prep table, cot path, or other equipment. In those environments, a front-load cooler forces staff to work at an angle on every access. The side-load design eliminates that entirely.

For facilities comparing side-load against other cooler configurations, use the Cooler Capacity Calculator and review Upright Mortuary Cooler Capacity Options before ordering.

No Drainage. No Special Electrical. No Contractor.

No drainage required — 100% self-contained sealed refrigeration. No floor drain, no drain line, no plumber.
Standard 110V outlet — no dedicated circuit upgrade required for most conditioned installations. Customer must verify outlet condition, breaker rating, and facility compatibility before ordering.
No HVAC tie-in — drop-in self-contained refrigeration with the compressor sitting on top of the assembled unit. No mechanical room coordination required.

For technical background on self-contained refrigeration system tolerances with modern refrigerants, see: Self-Contained Mortuary Refrigeration Systems: 2019 vs. 2025.

Ambient Room Temperature — Confirm Before Ordering

The standard compressor on the Model 3BX-SL is rated for conditioned rooms at or below 80°F ambient temperature.

The following environments require the high-ambient 6,620 BTU compressor upgrade before ordering:

Rooms without air conditioning or active year-round climate control
Garage-style, semi-outdoor, or basement installations with limited ventilation
Facilities in Gulf Coast, Southwest, Southeast, or desert-region climates where ambient temperatures regularly exceed 80°F
High-humidity environments where the Temperature + Humidity Index (THI) exceeds the standard threshold
Rooms where compressor heat buildup can raise ambient temperature over time

The high-ambient upgrade requires 230V electrical service rather than the standard 110V. Confirm your electrical capacity before ordering if you need this upgrade. The upgrade cost varies by region and is added to your final order total. Technical background: Self-Contained Mortuary Refrigeration Systems: 2019 vs. 2025. General guidance: Mortuary Cooler FAQ. Call before ordering if your environment is uncertain: 1-888-792-9315.

Key Performance Features

87-inch wide interior — full side-load access across all three positions
87.00" W × 32.00" D × 62.00" H interior. When both doors open, staff have simultaneous access to all three body positions from directly in front of the unit. No door edge obstruction, no angled approach required at any tier.

Heavy-duty slide-out shelving — 3-body side-load storage
Three-position heavy-duty slide-out shelving for smooth loading and retrieval at each position. Chrome-plated hardware and robust construction for long-term professional use.

Self-contained drop-in refrigeration — no drainage, no plumbing
Drop-in refrigeration with digital thermometer and easy-adjust temperature controller. Maintains 34–38°F body storage temperature. 100% sealed — no drain line, no condensate management by the facility.

Standard 110V self-contained morgue cooling system
Plugs into a standard 110V outlet. No special electrical systems needed for standard conditioned installations. High-ambient upgrade requires 230V — confirm before ordering.

Optional factory-installed castors — mobile side-load cadaver cooler
Heavy-duty factory-installed castors available as an option, converting this unit into a repositionable mobile cadaver cooler. Must be selected at time of order. Required when selecting assembled shipping to maintain structural balance during freight transit.

Optional interior light
Interior lighting available for improved visibility during loading, retrieval, and inspection in active prep rooms, morgue facilities, and daily-use environments. Select at time of order.

Optional on-site assembly service
Professional on-site assembly is available for an additional fee for facilities that prefer factory-trained installation or lack in-house maintenance staff. Must be confirmed at time of order — cannot be arranged after shipment.

Assembled or unassembled shipping
Ships in either configuration depending on your site access, receiving setup, and configuration preferences. Assembled delivery requires a forklift at locations without a commercial loading dock. Unassembled delivery does not require a forklift and is the recommended option for facilities without loading dock access.

Heavy-duty chrome hardware — USA-manufactured
Chrome-plated structural hardware, impact-resistant handles, and expanded or extruded polystyrene insulation panels. Built for long-term professional mortuary and morgue use. Manufactured in Johnson City, Tennessee.

American Mortuary Coolers — Direct from the Manufacturer

The Model 3BX-SL is designed, built, and warrantied at our Johnson City, Tennessee facility. No distributor. Pricing is factory-direct, warranty support comes from the engineering team that built the unit, and post-installation questions go to people with hands-on product knowledge. Equipment specialists are available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4:30 PM Eastern: 1-888-792-9315.

Financing — Split Payments or Extended Terms

Shop Pay Installments — split your purchase into 3 or 4 equal interest-free payments at checkout. Applied automatically for qualifying orders. No application, no hidden fees.

Traditional equipment financing — extended monthly payment schedules for larger orders, facility packages, and hospital or government procurement. Compressor upgrade costs and optional add-ons are included in the financed total. Visit our Financing page or call 1-888-792-9315.

Technical Specifications

Model	3BX-SL — 3 Body Side-Load Upright Mortuary Cooler
SKU	3BMC-SL-2D
Loading Style	Side-load — two doors open to expose full interior width
Capacity	3 bodies
Exterior Dimensions	95.00" W × 40.00" D × 70.00" H
Total Height Maximum	93.00" including castors and top-mounted cooling unit
Interior Dimensions	87.00" W × 32.00" D × 62.00" H
Interior Access Width	87.00" full side-to-side clearance when doors open
Shelving	Heavy-duty slide-out shelving — 3 body positions
Electrical	Standard 110V outlet — no special electrical systems needed
Drainage	None required — 100% self-contained
Plumbing	None required
Standard Ambient Rating	Conditioned rooms at or below 80°F
High-Ambient Upgrade	6,620 BTU compressor — requires 230V. Cost added to final total, varies by region.
Optional Castors	Factory-installed heavy-duty castors — select at order
Optional Interior Light	Available — select at order
Optional On-Site Assembly	Available for additional fee — confirm at order
Shipping Options	Assembled or unassembled — assembled requires forklift without loading dock
Insulation	Expanded or extruded polystyrene
Origin	USA — Johnson City, Tennessee
Brand Support	Death Care Inc. / American Mortuary Coolers
Lead Time	3–5 weeks for custom configurations, subject to production and order details
Suggested HS Code	8418.50.00.80 — confirm with your customs broker

Side-Load vs. Front-Load — Which Configuration Do You Need?

Feature	3BX-SL Side-Load	3BX Front-Load Upright
Door configuration	Two doors open to sides	Single door opens to front
Access width when open	87 inches full interior	36 inches door clearance
Best room placement	Corner, wall, or tight space	Open prep room with clear front
Simultaneous access	All 3 positions at once	One position at a time
No drainage	✅	✅
110V self-contained	✅	✅
USA-made	✅	✅
Optional castors	✅	✅
Optional interior light	✅	✅
On-site assembly service	✅ Available	Standard assembly included

For the standard front-load 3-body extra-wide upright, compare the 3BX Extra-Wide 3-Body Mortuary Cooler. For 4-body side-load or higher capacity, see our Side-Load Mortuary Coolers collection.

Warranty

15-year warranty on insulation panels and heavy-duty doors
5-year warranty on mechanical components
2-year warranty on core compressor parts

All coverage subject to written warranty terms, correct installation, proper environmental conditions, and normal professional use. Backed directly by American Mortuary Coolers at our Johnson City, Tennessee manufacturing facility. High-ambient upgrade required above 80°F ambient — standard compressor use in unconditioned environments may void mechanical warranty coverage.

Shipping and Logistics

Assembled or unassembled: Select at order based on your site access and receiving setup.
Assembled delivery: Forklift or equivalent heavy equipment required for offloading at any location without a commercial loading dock. Customer is responsible for providing offloading equipment unless otherwise confirmed in writing.
Unassembled delivery: No forklift required. Customer is responsible for moving panels from the freight drop point to the final installation site and completing on-site assembly.
On-site assembly service: Available for an additional fee. Must be confirmed at time of order.
Terminal pickup option: For some shipments, delivery to the nearest LTL freight terminal may be recommended. A trailer is recommended for terminal pickup. Confirm at time of order.
Freight estimates: Shipping is quoted individually by weight, destination, access conditions, and configuration, then confirmed before processing.

Recommended Accessories

All-Access Low-Profile Mortuary Lift (1,000 lb) — single-operator shelf loading
HD 1000 MAX Mortuary Lift — Model 1030-SLL — 4-way multi-directional lift for high-volume facilities
Mortuary Racks, Cadaver Racks & Lift Systems
Mortuary Cots & Stretchers
Mortuary Rack Buying Guide

Planning and Buying Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a side-load mortuary cooler and how does it work?

A side-load mortuary cooler has two doors that open to the sides rather than a single door opening to the front. When both doors are open, the full 87-inch interior width is accessible simultaneously — giving staff direct access to all three body positions from directly in front of the unit. This design is preferred in rooms where front-door swing is limited or where corner placement is required.

Does the 3BX-SL require a forklift for delivery?

For assembled delivery at a facility without a commercial loading dock, yes — a forklift or equivalent is required. For unassembled delivery, no forklift is needed. If your facility has no loading dock access, order the unassembled configuration. On-site assembly service is available for an additional fee if needed after unassembled delivery.

What optional features can I add to this side-load cadaver cooler?

Three optional add-ons are available at order: factory-installed heavy-duty castors for mobile positioning, interior lighting for improved visibility, and professional on-site assembly service for an additional fee. All options must be selected at time of order — they cannot be added after the unit ships.

Does this mortuary cooler require drainage or special plumbing?

No. The Model 3BX-SL is 100% self-contained with no drainage required. No floor drain, no drain line, no plumber. Plugs into a standard 110V outlet.

What ambient temperature is required — and what if my room runs hotter?

The standard compressor is rated for conditioned rooms at or below 80°F ambient. Unconditioned spaces, garages, hot climates, and high-humidity environments require the high-ambient 6,620 BTU upgrade. That upgrade requires 230V electrical service and the cost varies by region, added to your final order total. Call 1-888-792-9315 before ordering. Technical guidance: Self-Contained Mortuary Refrigeration Systems: 2019 vs. 2025.

What financing is available?

Shop Pay Installments — 3 or 4 interest-free payments at checkout, no application. Traditional equipment financing — extended monthly terms for larger orders. All optional add-ons and upgrade costs are included in financed totals. See Financing page or call 1-888-792-9315.

What warranty does the Model 3BX-SL carry?

15 years on panels and doors. 5 years on mechanical components. 2 years on core compressor parts. Backed directly by American Mortuary Coolers in Johnson City, Tennessee. Mechanical warranty requires installation within the rated ambient temperature environment.

American Mortuary Coolers — Engineered and manufactured in Johnson City, Tennessee. Serving funeral homes, rural morgues, hospital morgues, county morgues, coroner offices, medical examiners, crematories, forensic facilities, and government buyers across all 50 states.

📞 Phone: 1-888-792-9315 — Mon–Fri, 9 AM–4:30 PM ET
✉️ General: cool@mymortuarycooler.com
📋 Procurement / PO: procurement@mymortuarycooler.com
📍 Address: 140 Kwick Way Lane, Unit 7, Johnson City, TN 37615

Images shown are for illustrative purposes and may include optional features not in standard base pricing. Optional features including castors, interior lighting, and on-site assembly must be selected at time of order. Final configuration, optional add-ons, ambient compressor upgrade requirements, lead time, freight cost, and pricing should be confirmed in writing before ordering. Warranty coverage is subject to correct installation and environmental compliance. High-ambient compressor upgrade requires 230V electrical service — confirm before ordering. Shop Pay Installments availability is subject to eligibility at checkout. Traditional financing is subject to credit approval. Compressor upgrade pricing varies by region and is added to the final order total.