What is the standard size for over-the-range microwave?
30 inches wide
Over-the-range microwaves come in different widths. The most common dimensions are 30 inches wide, 17 inches high, and about 16 inches deep. Unlike standard microwave ovens that sit on the counter, over-the-range microwave ovens must fit in the space above your range.
How many inches does a microwave have to be above a stove?
The National Kitchen and Bath Association recommends that the bottom of the microwave should be no higher than 54 inches above the floor, which would allow for 18 inches of clearance between the microwave and the typical cooktop height of 36 inches.
What are standard microwave sizes?
Most models have a width of between 29 and 30 inches, a depth of between 15 and 16 inches, and a height of between 16 and 18 inches. Typical capacities range between 1.5 and 2.2 cubic feet, although compact models are available.
Are all over the range microwaves the same dimensions?
All 30″ over-the-range microwaves are approximately the same width, and are designed to fit into a 30″ wide cabinet opening. If you are replacing a 36″ over-the-range microwave, many current 30″ over-the-range microwaves offer an optional 36″ filler kit to allow it to be installed in a 36″ cut-out opening.
How do you know what size microwave to buy?
In general, the higher the wattage, the faster and more evenly your food will cook. Most microwaves sit somewhere between 600 to 1,200 watts. Larger, more expensive microwaves tend to have a higher wattage, so this is a price and size consideration that can strongly influence microwave cooking performance.
How do I know what size my microwave is?
It’s What’s Inside the Counts. The internal measurements of a microwave are stated in cubic feet. To determine cubic feet, one should multiply the microwave’s interior length by width by height, then divide this total by 1,728. So, a microwave that is 18 by 14 by 12 inches is 1.75 cubic feet in size.