Portable Cast Iron Single Burner Review

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good burner! a little bigger than i thought, good burner

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The portable cast iron burner features heavy-wall construction that can withstand constant use. 35,000 BTU output. Dimensions (in inches): 13 W X 7 1/2 H. LP only!

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Bosch 300 NIT3065UC 30" Induction Cooktop with 4 Cooking Zones, Powerful 3600 Watt Element, SpeedBoost, CountDown Timer, Overflow Detection, Child Lock, SafeStart, Anti-Overheat System and 2-Level Heat Indicator Review

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(More customer reviews)High initial cost is offset by not having to retrofit gas in my kitchen and by being able to install myself (no permit required). For heating a 6 or 8 inch pot, induction simply puts more power to the metal than gas or conventional electric; it is also instant on/off like gas. Each burner can be individually programmed to shut off with a built in timer--great for rice. Lowest power setting plus timer equals crock pot functionality.
Downsides... High initial cost of unit, need induction-compatible cookware, slight humming sound at high power, touch controls aren't as quick to use as conventional knobs ( but do allow precise and consistent control).

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From the simple elegance of the ceramic-glass cooking surface to the exciting performance features, Bosch electric cooktops are the very image of understated sophistication for the kitchen. Bosch cooktops offer a range of exclusive performance and convenience features that give you more control and more functionality with superior safety, making every meal easier and more fun to prepare. Whether you choose the sophisticated touch-control models featuring built-in timers, or the familiarity of the conventional rotary dial units, you're certain to find a model that suits your design aesthetic and cooking style. Available at AJ Madison.

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GE Profile : PB975DPBB 30 Electric Range - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)The two ovens are both usable. The wide coursing of the heating elements produced uniform heat in both, even when placing a baking sheet on the bottom rack position. But for this price, you darn well should get a few extra inches of heating rod. That said, the fancy extra features have turned me off. 1) The control buttons. There is an array of 9 and an array of four buttons for the upper oven on the left, and a symmetrical array of 4 and 9 for the lower oven on the right. The arrays of 4 are identical; that's good. But in the larger 9-button arrays, only the warm button is in the same place on the two arrays. The buttons you will typically use (bake button, oven light button, broil, etc) are in different places on the two arrays, and so even once you are familiar with the oven, you will be hunting and pecking. 2) The manual. It reads like a computer software manual ("for the pizza feature, select the pizza button"). It does not explain why you would want to select a "pizza feature" instead of just using "bake". Is it hotter? - No, the max temp is still 550F. What's the difference between the separate settings for fresh pizza or frozen? The manual says that "1" is for fresh, "2" is for frozen. Well, that certainly explains it to full intellectual satisfaction. Moving on to the slow cook settings; neither the manual nor the oven display reveals the temperature, but you are asked to select among four types of food and two heat levels. I used a calibrated oven and a long temperature probe to measure the temperature of 4 quarts of water, heating in a 5.5 qt ceramic slow-cook covered pot. When set to "stew" and "Lo" and "7 hr cook time", the water reached 202F by 2 hrs, full simmer of 207F at 2.5 hr, 203 F at 3 hrs, and then dropped slowly, dropping below 200F by 3.5 hr. I don't know of a cook , hoping to retain nutrients and proper food texture by a low temp slow-cooking method, who would choose to nearly boil the stew for over an hour. Using 2 quarts caused hours of frank boiling. When I tried the "beef" and "Hi" setting on 4 quarts of water, it reached 209F by 2 hr and dropped to 200F only by 3.5 hr. Any beef would be cardboard texture by then. Moving on to the "roast convection", this has nothing to do with roasting (which involves an oiled food in a uniform very hot oven). Instead, the top heating element comes on, which if not used very briefly, will char the topmost part of your otherwise evenly browned food. It is best used when one wants a broiled effect, but desires to keep the door closed. As long as GE won't engage the consumer by providing a mechanistic explanation of its dozens of settings, I would plan on using the ovens only in broil, bake, and convection modes.

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GE Consumer and Industrial spans the globe as an industry leader in major appliance, lighting and integrated industrial equipment systems and services. They provide solutions for commercial, industrial and residential use in more than 100 countries which uses innovative technologies and ecomagination. It's a GE initiative to aggressively bring to market new technologies that help customers and consumers meet pressing environmental challenges to deliver comfort, convenience and electrical protection and control. GE brings imagination to work. Anyone who has ever tried to juggle multiple cooking times and temperatures to prepare a special family meal or trays of delicate hors d'oeuvres for a party will appreciate the hottest new innovation from GE. The new GE Profile Double Oven Free-standing Range offers the largest free-standing total oven capacity in the industry to cook two different dishes-at two different temperatures-at the same time. Available in two 30 configurations--both with a spacious 6.6 total cu. ft. of cooking space - the double oven range is the preferred choice for those who enjoy freshly baked rolls with their meals or a delicate cheese souffle as a side for a crisp fish fillet. The PB975 model features a lower oven with the accuracy of GE's exclusive reversing-fan technology in the PreciseAir convection system: it provides optimal heat circulation and temperature accuracy throughout for deliciously browned, evenly baked foods. Both ranges feature the 2.2 cu. ft.-capacity upper oven that is ideal for baking pizzas, fresh or frozen, thanks to the GE exclusive pizza mode. There's even a slow-cook mode with four settings for gently roasting tender beef or rich stews: no separate slow-cooker required! Home chefs will appreciate that there is more room than before for cookie sheets, bakeware and roasting pans, with the redesign of the PB975's true Europ...

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Electrolux ICON Professional : E30GF74HPS 30 Pro-Style Gas Range with 4 Sealed Burners Review

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(More customer reviews)The range looks good but haven't installed it yet. Still working on the kitchen. Will send another review once I start using it.


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Designed for the Well-Lived Home Electrolux, the Leading European Premium Appliance Brand. Built on a European heritage of innovation, their appliances help you create your home just the way you want it. Explore their sophisticated products, get design tips from their style trendsetters and turn your home into a reflection of you. Their appliances have been in fine homes and restaurants in Europe for more than 70 years. They reflect a design sensibility that is both innovative and intuitive. Sophisticated and efficient. They are proud to bring this thoughtful design heritage to the U.S. with their Electrolux ICON appliances. They fit easily into your personal style while delivering a versatile array of power, performance and functionality to meet your needs. Most of all, Electrolux ICON helps you create the kitchen you've always wanted. A place that welcomes family and friends and nourishes the body and soul. Professional Series Uniquely crafted for those who are serious about cooking, Electrolux ICON professional series appliances conspire to make you the culinary master of all you create. Their bold look, expert design and exquisite details give you the confidence to display your gourmet artistry.

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Miele : KM5753 30 Touch Control Induction Cooktop - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a truly outstanding cooktop. I have cooked with electric, gas, and now magnetic induction, and magnetic induction has been the most enjoyable experience by far. It's really not even close. Prior to hooking this cooktop up I timed how long it took my (previous) gas oven to cook 96 ounces of water in an uncovered pot: 11 minutes and 30 seconds. When I hooked up this cooktop and tried the same amount of water in the same pot, it took 4 minutes and 45 seconds to bring it to a rolling boil. It is amazing how fast this thing cooks. I can boil water in a small saucepan in under 2 minutes.
And not only does it heat things up amazingly fast, but it also allows one to bring the temperature way down to do things like delicately melting chocolate.
Another huge plus about this cooktop is that the hobs ("hobs" is a more official word for "burner") are diagonal instead of the typical way they are laid out in strips of two each. This was the main reason I narrowed down to this particular induction cooktop (other than it being made by Miele, a company that makes ultra-superb products). By placing the hobs diagonally it opens up a lot more space for placing cookware. I've had all four hobs used up by relatively large cookware, without any of the pieces bumping into each other. This was also the reason I went with the 30-inch model instead of the 36-inch (well, that and the fact I would've had to do some cabinet rearranging to get the 36-ince model into place). Simply put, with the diagonal layout I didn't feel the need for a fifth hob.
It's a breeze to clean, you can associate a timer with each hob to control when each shuts off (a great feature for, say, pressure cooking), the range of cooking temperatures is very wide, and it's great to know that when I hit "7" for a temperature that I get a rolling simmer and when hitting "6" I get a lower simmer--every single time. Also, provided you have a decent set of cookware (and likely even if you don't), say goodbye to hot handles: induction cooktops are so efficient that unless using cookware laden with very cheap handles (and I bet even cheap handles wouldn't make a difference) your handles won't heat up. We've been cooking with this cooktop for 6 months now and we have yet to experience a warm handle. I'll note here for people unfamiliar with induction cooking that the cooktop doesn't actually use heat to heat up the pan. Instead, it uses magnetic induction, which causes the cookware to heat up. Consequently, you need magnetic cookware in order for this to work--such as magnetic stainless steel or cast iron.
One thing I should note is that I specifically bought a very expensive set of cookware to use with this cooktop: the Demeyere Atlantis collection. I mention this only because I have read that cheaper cookware may emit some buzzing or even popping when used with induction cooktops. The Demeyere cookware does not emit any noises, and I'd expect that because it really was designed for induction--though also perfectly capable of cooking wonderfully with gas or electric. So, if you're going to buy this kind of cooktop, I suggest going all the way and getting some quality cookware. I should also note that the Demeyere Atlantis cookware is incredible cookware...it is leagues above the cookware we had prior to getting it. You should see how it cleans!
This is a wonderful, well designed product and I give it 5-plus stars. My wife and I love cooking with it and cooking is noticeably more enjoyable since we've had it. If you can afford to buy a Miele product you very likely won't be disappointed.

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Miele is a German manufacturer of high quality domestic appliances and machines for commercial applications. The company was founded more than 108 years ago in 1899 by Carl Miele and Reinhard Zinkann and has always been a family-owned, family-run company. Miele aims to manufacture the highest-quality domestic appliances and commercial equipment in the world and to be seen by markets worldwide as providing an absolutely top-class household product. In the words of their founding fathers, Carl Miele and Reinhard Zinkann, Success is only possible in the long term if one is totally and utterly convinced of the quality of one's products. Therefore, continuous innovation is the foundation of their business success. Cooktops Performance Plus The responsiveness afforded by Miele's gas, electric and induction cooktops is only matched by their unrivaled performance and phenomenal design.

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Calphalon Tri-Ply Stainless 8-Piece Cookware Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I REALLY hate to cook but using these pans are great. Clean up is easy, just put them in the dishwasher. The see-thru lids are wonderful, too. Just remember the following:
1. You cannot use any spray-on cooking spray, it makes the pots/pans sticky.
2. Use low heat, these pans disburse heat very well.
3. You can use metal spatulas/utensils.
4. If something stuck on the pans, follow the directions.
But these pots and pans are great, I really recommend them.

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Cookware set offers high performance and loads of convenient features. Pieces have domed glass lids, so you can keep an eye on whats cooking; ergonomically designed cool "V" cast stainless steel handles; and flared rims for easy, no-mess pouring. Vessels are oven and broiler safe; lids are oven safe up to 450 degrees. Set includes 8" and 10" omelette pans; 1.5- and 2.5-quart covered saucepans; and 6-quart covered sauce pot. Made of 18/10 stainless steel with pure aluminum core, all pieces are dishwasher safe. Lifetime warranty. Exclusively online at macys.com

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Sunpentown SR-1851 1200-Watt Countertop Induction Cooktop Review

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(More customer reviews)I would have given it 5 stars if it was even a little bit less expensive: the price is bound to keep some people from wanting to try it.
Also, if you have a lot of non-ferrous, glass, etc. cookware, read this before buying an induction cooktop!
1. You won't be able to use non-ferrous (non-magnetic) pots and pans. Check your cookware with a magnet before purchasing an induction plate. If they're not magnetic at all, they probably won't work. We use enamel-coated cast iron pots, and they work really well.
2. Cooks much more efficiently than gas or electric (heats up faster, and doesn't shed excess heat in the area not in contact with the pot).
3. Your cooking area doesn't get hot, only the pot and the food do. If you have to cook in the summer, you'll appreciate not having to crank up the A/C.
It has some really great safely features, too: if the pot isn't compatible, or if you remove it, the cooktop starts to beep. If you don't put the pot back (or transfer it to one that works on induction stoves), it turns itself off. It has a sealed top and sealed controls so spills or splatters can't get into the element or the console.
I thought about getting one of these for about 7 months before making the purchase, and now I'm really glad that I did.

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Sleek and energy efficient, this convenient cooktop brings the comfort and health benefits of home-cooked foods to the office, dorm room, cabin, or anywhere in need of a portable heat source. Unlike standard electric elements, it supplies an induction heating element, which delivers the same precise control over the heat as with a gas burner, but without the danger of an open flame. The 1200-watt single burner provides warm and cook functions, nine power levels from 260 to 1200 watts, and nine temperature settings that range from 120 to 420 degrees F--perfect for everything from gently soft-boiled eggs to hearty soups, stews, and more. Its ceramic-glass surface creates instant heat to induction-compatible pans, and with the heat turned down will just as quickly decrease the heat to the pan. For added safety, the appliance comes with overheat protection, automatic shut-off protection, and it will stop producing heat if the pan gets accidentally removed from the cooktop. Even more, its magnetic waves have no effect on skin or anything other than iron or steel. Other highlights include an easy-to-clean design that can be wiped down with a damp cloth as needed, a user-friendly push-button control panel with a digital display, and a 99-minute timer that aids in properly cooking all dishes, reducing the risks of overcooking, burning, and waste. The ETL-approved induction cooktop measures 13-3/4 by 11-4/5 by 2-2/3 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Magneflux Boiler Plate 1800 Watt Induction Cooktop Review

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(More customer reviews)Just because this is 'Induction" does NOT mean it is as they say in their
"product features: your food heats faster and more evenly than by any other method - even twice as fast as gas cooktops!"
That is basically a false statement for a "1,800W induction".
A standard 20 year old gas range will boil 2 quarts of water faster than this induction hob will.
about 8 mins for the induction and about 7 mins for the gas.
If you are looking for fast induction cooking then you need to get a regular induction cook top with 3000W elements with power boost (basically draws the power from the other elements to add another 1000W).
Keep in mind that you will also need about 240v outlets with 10gauge wiring and 30-40amp fuses in your Kitchen to run an induction cooktop.
Not this one, but a regular induction cooktop.
If all you need is a portable cooktop that you can hook up outside next to your BBQ or anywhere else then this is great but its not like a regular induction cook top as far as speed of cooking.
You can also get this hob from Tuesday morning for $150

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M'plus Interface Disc for Induction Review

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(More customer reviews)Well, with trepidation after reading the previous review I decided to try one of these. First some background.
I plan on replacing my 15 year old radiant cooktop and have decided that induction is the way to go. Cooking - particularly Italian - is my hobby and stress reducer. Before investing in both the cooktop and the almost $800 that it will cost to upgrade my 30 amp wiring to 40 amp, I decided to do some testing.
Several weeks ago I purchased a Waring Pro single burner induction cooktop (Waring Pro ICT100 Professional Induction Cooktop) to test out the concept. I was really impressed with induction cooking but, like many others, have a number of favorite pans which are not induction capable.
I had thought about a hybrid radiant/induction cooktop such as the Thermador but really would prefer more power and controllability such as available with the GE all induction cooktop. Thus I decided to try the induction plate figuring that, even though it didn't work for the previous reviewer, it might work under different circumstances and that I could always return it if it didn't work.
It arrived yesterday and I've now done several tests. The Waring Pro ICT100 is rated at 1400 watts. Mauviel's instruction say "Always use the interface disc on a low temperature." Consequently, I started at the lowest setting and increased only to medium.
Initially, I just used a copper bottom pan with several inches of water in the bottom. I used a cooking thermometer to check the temperature of the water and an infra-red thermometer to check the temperature of the top of the induction disc and the burner surface. After the water had heated to 180 degrees the surface of the induction disc was also 180 degrees and the surface of the cooktop was about 345 degrees. I had no problem with the cooktop turning off because of the temperature.
This morning I tried using one of my favorite pans -- A Calphalon non-stick frittata pan that my wife gave me several years ago. I used only the larger half of the pan to simply make scrambled eggs. While it took somewhat longer to heat the pan, I was able to make the eggs without a problem. The pan heated to about 220 degrees with both the surface of the disc and the cooktop being 220 degrees. Perhaps the difference between the burner surface temperature in the two tests is related to differing heat transfer properties between the two pans.
Obviously this thing does work. I only gave it three stars because I would have liked more specific instructions regarding the temperature at which it could be used. Mauviel does state "Never use the booster on the induction hob" but there is a great range between "low temperature" and that. It would be nice to have more specific information -- perhaps in the form of maximum wattage. I really wouldn't like to test out the disc to failure on a new $1700 cooktop!
Still, if you need to use non magnetic cookware on an induction cooktop, this does work. I can even picture buying a second one to have available if I need to use two non-induction capable pots/pans at the same time.
Now to convince my wife! ;-)
Addendum March 12, 08:
Well, the new GE induction cooktop was installed today. I tried the induction disk and it worked just as before. No problems with overheating. Of course, I did limit the induction setting to about 1/2 maximum.
Addendum August 20, 2008:
Well, I've used this several more times and am more and more satisfied with how it works. If I could, I would change my review rating to 4 stars. It certainly is a useful addition if one has an induction cooktop and some favorite non-induction capable cookware. I have used it with a power of 7 1/2 (out of 9) on my GE cooktop without problem.

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Mauviel's interface disc for induction cooking allows any non-induction pan or pot to be used on an induction stove (magnetic).

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Fagor 670040610 Eco-Friendly Portable Induction Cooktop Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this product for $99 at a local Kitchen wears store. I have used All Clad and Cast Iron cookwear with no problems. I found using a silicon baking mat when I use the cast iron, allows me not to worry about scratching the glass surface. This product has 3 function settings -
1. Power settings(1-10)
#1(300W 2 secs. on 3 sec. off) LOW
#2(300W 3 secs on 2 secs off) LOW
#3 (560W) Med-LOW
on up to
#10 (1600W) High
2. Temp. settings (150,180,210,240,270,300,330,360,390)
3. Timer settings (0-150 mins)
I use the Temp. setting mostly. The Power and Temp. functions do work independently from one another. This product seems well made and has made cooking faster and my apartment does not heat up like it used to when using the stove. It is made by Fagor a well known name in the induction equipment business. For me the price was right I am very happy with the purchase.

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Revolutionary Casa Essentials Portable Induction Cooktop is an energy - efficient mealtime marvel! SAVE NOW! Heats only where you want! Unlike gas or other electric burners, the Casa Essentials Induction Cooktop actually "senses" the size of the pan placed on it, and heats only the correct-size area! This places 90% of the heat energy directly into the cooking, versus 50% with less-direct methods, saving you time and energy cost. Use indoors, outdoors, as a centerpiece or backup burner. No matter what, you'll bump up your kitchen versatility and bump DOWN the energy bill! Concentrated cookery: Heat-resistant glass surface is cool to the touch when not in use, a breeze to clean; Precision soft-touch digital controls; Built-in timer; Lightweight and compact for easy storage; Safety feature will not generate heat unless an iron pan is detected on surface; Rubberized feet for stability; 10 power settings; Also perfect for fondue and warming applications. 8" diam. cooking surface, Measures 12 1/2 x 13 3/4 x 2 3/8"h. overall. ETL-listed. Order yours today and get cookin'! Casa Essentials Portable Induction Cooktop

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LG : LCE30845 30 Induction Cooktop with 4 Cooking Elements, Bridge Element Stainless Steel Review

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(More customer reviews)The LG Ceramic Glass Induction Cooktop is one of the best kept secrets in the cooking world. If people could try it, they would never go back to electric or gas. It is just about perfect!
When my 32 year old electric range finally bit the dust, my engineer husband talked me into "trying" LG's Induction Cooktop. I am a very old fashioned person, tending to stay with the tried and true method of whatever, but,I agreed to give it a go.
Wow! Am I ever glad I did. It cooks unbelievably fast, even and clean. The cooktop saves energy in the summer, because only the pots or pans get hot, not the burner. And, when I cut off the burner, it stops cooking immediately, because it doesn't have to cool down, like gas or electric.
If the pot boils over, I can immediately lift the pot and wipe off the mess.It is embarrassingly easy to keep clean - no more having to wash electric burner pans in the dishwasher or replacing them when they rust.
I've had to relearn how to cook, because it cooks so much faster than my electric range. But, it has returned my joy and enthusiasm in cooking. For that, my husband is indebted to LG.
What can I say? Try it, you'll love it!

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LGs premium 30 induction cooktop offers the perfect harmony between style and convenience. Induction technology delivers fast speed to boil performance, safety because only pan is heated not the cooktop surface and energy saving compared to gas and radiant cooktops. Premium griddle pan provided with every purchase.

The electromagnetic energy generated by an induction coil reacts only with iron-like metals, not with ceramic surfaces.The pot absorbs the electromagnetic energy, and converts it into heat. Only the bottom of the pot is heated, which guarantees even heating, safety and energy savings.
In addition to being used separately, the left front and left rear elements can be joined by the bridge element to evenly heat longer pans and griddles; perfect for your pancakes and French toast. Unlike most manufacturers, LG's induction cooktop features a bridge element that uses 100% induction, with no need for a traditional heating element.Activate and control the temperature setting with the touch of a finger.Accommodates all kinds of cooking needs from large pan to the supplied griddle.Elegant ceramic glass with a premium stainless steel trim will complement any kitchen dcor.

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Magneflux Portable Induction Cooktop Includes non-stick finish pan(ENERGY EFFICIENT) Review

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(More customer reviews)An induction cooker is different from a standard electric coil since the cooking surface remains relatively cool, being largely heated by the pan; the surrounding surface will remain cool to the touch. Instead of the heat loss we recognize as a warm or hot kitchen, the heat is 70-90% efficiently directed to the pan and little heat is lost to the air except from the hot pan. The cooker requires ferrous (metal)cookware that a magnet will stick to; aluminum or glass will not work unless a special heating plate is put on the cooktop that will transfer the heat to the non-ferrous material. The reason for this is that the cooker has an electromagnetic coil that creates an electrical field, which in turn causes the pot to heat up by the induced current since the cookware will not be as good a conductor as the copper coil in the cooktop. All instructions make particular note for those with a pacemaker or defibrillator to not use this sort of cooking method since it could potentially interfere with the devices.
This induction cooker is 1800 watts, which to my understanding is the most powerful that can be used on a 110V circuit. There are actually 2 models; they have the same feature set, but this one has stainless steel trim and comes with a non-stick pan, and the other is an all black finish and no pan. It doesn't have a built in timer, but comes with a battery powered digital timer. This, in some ways, is better since you can keep the timer near you in other rooms as a reminder. It has 9 power levels arranged in 3 groups: low, medium and high; each having 3 sets of temperatures. The temperature settings range from 150 degrees F to a high of 500 degrees F. The controls are true touch type, not blister type press pads, and are sensitive to a light touch. There are, as in most, 2 circles indicated for pan placement and it is supposed to sense the correct pan size, the minimum being a 5 inch diameter, the maximum being about 9 inches. The unit looks and feels like a quality item. The glass top is easily cleaned with the included microfiber cloth. Like most units the cooling fan can be heard and remains on for a minute or so after it is off for cooling the coils.
It seems to have even heat and is every bit as responsive as gas. It is different cooking with however. At the lowest heat it pulses to keep the temperature constant, which can take some getting used to. Again, all units do this; it's the nature of the beast. The cooktop remains cool to the touch and heats very quickly. No, I have not done the boiling water test, but my stir fry turned out fine with no drama.
I got this as an introduction to this type of cooking, so I can't comment on other units. I am very happy with the build quality and would purchase it again.
UPDATE 9 September: I've had more of a chance to use this unit and while I still like it and feel that it is well worth the money, there are a few caveats:
The low temperature settings are 150, 175 and 200, and the medium begins with 250. For something like rice that depends upon steaming, 200 is too low and 250 tends to be just a bit too high. By finessing the controls a well cooked rice can be done, but it would be easier if there were more control over the temperature. On the other hand, I continue to be impressed with the immediate control of temperature and its power to take on things like browning meat. It was easy to make golden translucent sauteed onions and brown meat for an excellent goulash; but because of the power I had to be careful to watch the liquid level. Although there is definitely a learning curve, all meals prepared thus far have been quite good. The pan that comes with this unit is a very nice non-stick one. It does not come with a lid, but a Calphalon 12 inch glass lid fits it perfectly. For some reason the bottom isn't flat so oil tends to run to the sides. This hasn't been an issue with most things since not much oil is needed with non-stick, and sauces have been fine.
The only unit that I have seen that has infinite settings is the Viking, which is also 1800 watts, but costs $500. It is also the only one that I have seen that has a rotary control, which is far more precise and faster to use. Before you get put off from a touch pad though,it has its virtues, such as ease of clean up and no mechanical components to fail, but is a bit slower to change things quickly, such as changing quickly when something is boiling over. I hope that this information will be useful to those trying to sort things out.
As a final note, I also bought a Viking unit and have found it to be easier to manage the heat with the rotary control knob. Although the noise from the fan in the magneflux didn't bother me, the Viking is also much quieter if that is a consideration for you. Other than boiling water or heating oil perhaps, don't be misled by cooking speed claims. Once the pot/pan is at the right temperature it will take as long to cook as any other conventional method. Its strength is with the immediate responsiveness to control and the area surrounding it remaining relatively cool.

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Koolatron TCXU-24 Total Chef Automatic Coffee and Wine Urn 24-Cup Capacity, Silver Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned two (2) of these 24-cup coffee urn products, over the past 3+ years. The first one began leaking at about the end of the first year, so we liked the product enough to locate and purchase our second unit. The second urn worked well for about ten (10) months, but, this past week the device that controls the flow of liquid from the urn broke. Although we can still make our coffee, we must now LADDLE IT OUT OF THE URN. Not the best way to start one's day, I'm very sure.
I've had the device completely disassembled and attempted to repair the faulty item (it is a clear plastic unit, rather barrel-shaped, with a slot that allows the fliud to be discharged when the barrel is turned to the opening. The shaft that connects to the lever on the outside of the urn has snapped off and will not accept any of the glueing products that I've tried, attempting to repair it (even tried to re-enforce the device, inside, to no avail).
Since this is my second urn, and the problem is NOT A REPEAT OF THE PROBLEM IN THE FIRST URN, I feel the consumer should be aware that the life expectancy of these products seems to be far less than the average consumer might expect, for an in-home electronic appliance, and incredibly short for any possible commercial use.
When working, the product was more than satisfactory, but, the unexpectedly short projected life of the product should be noted on the product, and/or these faults should be reflected in the pricing of the unit(s). If I could have found a parts supplier, I might not be so negative about the product either, but, having to purchase a new unit EVERY YEAR seems totally unfair to the consumer likely to purchase this product.

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1300 Watts Induction Cooktop (Silver) Review

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I LOVE it. I hardly ever use my (electric) range. Anticipating that I'd be moving off the natural gas grid I bought this 2.5 yrs ago to see what life with Induction would be like. It's fabulous. Fast, responsive, accurate. I'm looking forward to remodeling my kitchen next year and adding a 30 inch all induction cooktop. I like a 36" cooktop, but with a portable like this one tucked away I can haul it out when I need the extra burner, and will be able to use my space more efficiently.
If you're curious about Induction, try one of the portables first. At worst, you've got a great extra station for a hot appetizer when you throw your next party.
Check out the Henkels Induction-ready cookware. One reason I balked at moving to Induction was that the cost of buying All-Clad adds a lot to the picture. But the Henkels is GREAT, well priced, comfortable to use, heavy. I hate giving up my clay pots that I use on the stove top, but - all around, Induction is the best alternative to gas. At least I'll be able to keep using them in the oven.

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Micro-Induction Cooktop provides the best in cooktop performance, safety and efficiency. Induction heats as electricity flows through a coil to produce a magnetic field under the ceramic plate. When a ferromagnetic cookware is placed on the ceramic surface, currents are induced in the cookware and instant heat is generated due to the resistance of the pan. Heat is generated to the pan only and no heat is lost. As there are no open flames, inductions are safer to use than conventional burners. Once cookware is removed, all molecular activity ceases and heating is stopped immediately.

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All-Clad Stainless Steel Electric Induction Burner Review

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(More customer reviews)I received the All-Clad induction burner from Williams-Sonoma.com a few days ago. I was delighted to finally experience the induction cooking. The unit is very attractive in design and finish. It is substantial but it is easy to move around. It has a well lit display, actual buttons to push and a dial to turn to select menus, manual modes and set the timer. The variety of controls is excellent. There are three choices! One is preset. You select a cooking program by pushing the "MENU" button from Melt to Sear, the total of 7 (seven) choices. There are two manual modes. One is description mode from EX LOW to HIGH (6 settings). The second manual mode gives a range from 1 to 10.
I used manual mode 1 in EX LOW to cook rice in a 2.5-qt LeCreuset pot. First, I boiled liquid (chicken broth) using "MENU" option "BOIL", and then I switched to EX-LOW using the manual mode. The switch to manual mode was instant. There was nothing to turn off, just to press on the "MODE" button. On EX LOW, the liquid boiled just barely but continuously. There was no ON-OFF cycling. Tiny bubbles from the entire bottom surface of the pot were reaching the surface without breaking at the surface. I added rice and set the timer. After 20 min the unit shut itself off. The rice cooked evenly from the bottom to the top.
I also seared sardines (outside on the deck) in a non-stick Circulon skillet with perfect results. The skillet was 11" in diameter and the sardines cooked uniformly over the entire surface of the skillet. There was no hot spot in the center.
I also used 12" All-Clad Copper-core skillet to cook 2 large red onions and 2 red bell peppers. The vegetables got cooked much faster and browned nicely. I just had to keep turning them over. From my previous experience cooking these many onions and peppers at once in the same skillet on a Gaggenau electric cooktop in the kitchen resulted in a soggy onion-pepper mixture. I think that induction and little air movement outside helped to keep the moisture level low. That is how the onions and peppers browned so well.
Of course, nothing is perfect. The induction burner is not silent. The noise is produced by a fan inside the unit. The noise was somewhat intrusive and annoying. The noise was not mentioned in the description of this appliance. Even though I really enjoyed the cooking on All-Clad induction burner, the noise issue may become too irritating for me to keep using this appliance.
3 months later:
I've discovered that when I used high temp settings--fry or sear (MENU) and medium-high and high (MODE)--the red light inside the button (depending on selection) would start blinking and the unit would stop heating a skillet after about 10 min. I fried slices of eggplant for moussaka using LeCreuset 12" fry pan. The unit didn't shut off and error message didn't appear. However, there was no cooking for about 1 or 2 min. The heating would resume for 1-2 min and then it would stop. When I subsequently cooked the meat sauce on medium, the unit worked normally. I cooked outside in the shade.
I called All-Clad and found out that their personnel isn't educated about this appliance. After countless calls no one would tell me why the unit was doing it. I replaced the first unit with a new. The new unit does the same. I suspect that this is a design flaw. The high temp settings could only be used for very short periods. The unit worked long enough to sear steaks before placing them in the oven.


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Bring your favorite cooking surface with you, without the need for fuel, with All-Clad's electric induction burner. Using an attractive stainless steel body and a black ceramic glass cooking surface, the burner is durable and looks great wherever you may use it. The temperature ranges from low to high on a 1-10 setting scale, and specific cooking functions can be specified through the menu options. In addition, a timer and residual heat indicator help you to cook for just the right amount of time, and store the unit safely after use.
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Electrolux : EW30IS65JS 30 Slide-In Induction Range 4.2 cu. ft. Self-Clean Convection Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)This is just a review of the stove itself, I didn't buy it here.
If you're looking for an induction stove, this is the probably the best looking and sleekest stove you can buy (in slide-in range configuration). I love the all black sleek look. The control panel only lights up when you first touch the panel to "wake" it up. The stove top and control panel is all black except for the clock which looks really sleek. It has a power boil feature which boils a quart of water in 90 seconds (I tested it). All of the other thoughtful touches like ball bearing smooth gliding oven racks, built in temperature probe (for cooking turkeys), and soft fading oven light (after you shut the door - I know big woop, but it looks cool), makes you wonder why no one else thought of these things. Most other stove oven's have the racks still grinding against the oven wall. The oven racks on the Electrolux (except for one rack) have the "luxury" glide racks which glide like nice cabinet drawers. Overall, I love this stove. I never thought I would be excited about a stove.
The only troubles I ran into with the stove was during installation.
There didn't seem like an easy way to get the stove off the wood crate. My kitchen is relatively small and there aren't very many places to grab the stove to lift it off the wood crate.
Most stores only sell 6' 50 amp range cords. If you buy this stove, I would recommend looking for a 4' 50 amp range cord because 6' (plus the size of the wires for 50 amps) is very stiff. I had some trouble getting the stove pushed up against the wall all the way no matter how much I tried to tie up with zip ties excess wire before pushing it back. Four feet 50 amp cords are a little harder to find so you may have to look around.
The back panel where the cord plugs in is flimsy. I'm guessing they don't expect you to open and close the back panel very often. The back panel door which covers the nuts to connect the cord is simply a piece of sheet metal you bend (yes BEND) backwards to expose the nuts. If you bend it back shut and then back open again, it's noticeably looser. One more bend back and forth and it breaks off. So why was I opening and closing it so many times, you ask? See the previous paragraph. I originally bought a 6' cord and had trouble getting the stove up against the wall. So I had to swap out the cord for a shorter one.If you're on the fence about induction technology, read below:
Originally I had an old GE electric coil range and I wanted switch over to gas because of all the advantages (instant heat, and instant on/off (plus my wife hated electric). I came across induction stove tops which I thought was intriguing.
Induction cooking:
Pros:
- Boils water (or heats anything) faster than any gas or reg electric stove.
- Smooth glass surface is easy to clean, especially since it doesn't get hot (only heat radiating back from cookware to stove).
- Probably safer with young kids since the surface doesn't get hot (less chance of fires and burns).
- Stove only heats cookware when cookware is placed on the stove.
- Induction is 70% more efficient than gas, and 20% more than reg electric (so they claim). I'm guessing that's because all the heat goes straight to the cookware and the only wasted heat is the heat radiating off the cookware not going to your food. Think of it as microwave for your cookware. Microwaves heat the food and not the cookware. Induction stoves, heats only the cookware. There's no heat wasted coming off the side of an open flame or electric coil.
Cons:
- Need magnetic pans. So if you have aluminum or copper bottom pot/pan, it won't work. Test your cookware by using a magnet on the bottom. If the magnet sticks, it will work.
- Glass surface might scratch if you drag cookware across it or drop something on it.
Do searches for induction stove on youtube.com for demo of induction stoves.


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Fagor Induction-Ready Cast Aluminum 23.5 Inch Griddle Review

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(More customer reviews)I would strongly recommend looking elsewhere, unless you are only looking to cook in the middle 9" circle of this griddle. There is absolutely no heat transfer outside this area. We eventually bought the All-Clad electric griddle from W-S. We are very happy with that. It's an excellent product, but way more expensive...

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Fagor's New Cast Aluminum cookware is induction ready, allowing for a high level of efficiency and savings when used on an induction cooktop. Cast aluminum's superior heat conductivity provides uniform heating and cooking on any type of cooktop, preserving the nutritious qualities and flavors of the prepared food while reducing energy consumption. Champion breakfast by preparing a complete menu of scrambled eggs, bacon and home fries for your family with this large griddle. The non-stick surface will make cleaning up a breeze!This cookware is guaranteed to never warp thanks to its single piece casting process and extra thick base. The double layer high-grade nonstick coating is scratch resistant and ensures durability: no peeling, blistering or cracking, and long lasting luster.The simple yet modern design offers versatility and convenience in any kitchen; use it as a vessel to cook or even as a stylish serving dish! Exceptional design with elevated handles for easier and safer gripping from the stove top.The elegant design allows the cookware to be used as a cooking vessel or as a stylish serving dish providing maximum versatility and convenience.

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