The MBCS is a 24-inch Masterpiece-collection built-in microwave confirmed on Thermador’s product page with a left-side opening door (rather than the drop-down door used on the 30-inch MB30WP/MB30WS) and a larger 2.1 cu. ft. cavity, described by Thermador as roomy enough for a 9″ plate and a 20 oz. cup. It runs at 1500 watts on a standard 120V/15A circuit.
Because the MBCS opens like a cabinet door rather than dropping down, hinge and latch wear on the side-swing mechanism is a more model-specific complaint than on the drop-down units, on top of the condensation-related keypad problems and turntable-drive wear that are common across Thermador’s built-in microwave line.
Key Features
- 24-inch built-in microwave from the Masterpiece collection with a left-side opening door
- 2.1 cu. ft. cavity (large enough for a 9" plate and a 20 oz. cup), 1500-watt microwave output on a 120V/15A circuit
- Home Connect Wi-Fi control and CookSmart auto-programs
Most Common Issues on This Model
Side-swing door hinge or latch wear can prevent the interlock switch from being satisfied
Touch/keypad controls can stop responding after condensation gets into the control panel
Turntable motor or coupler wear causes uneven heating