Induction Stoves

Jules

Jules

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If I ever have to replace my stove, I thought I’d like induction. They’re supposed to be clean, fast and really safe. Amusing myself in the hardware store, I was looking at one. It was more than twice the price of a really nice flat top electric.

Anyone have one?
 

yes, i've had a couple different induction stoves and found them a joy to cook on.
 

Expect to replace all cookware, these need special type of metal,

No glass or ceramic, ferrous and non freeous act differently.

The electronic power supply is made in China very cheaply.

As kilowatts are converted, these often fail after a few years, costly repair.

An ordinary glass top infrared or conventional cooktop is not particualt for the cookware and much cheaper and more reliable. My 36" Dacor was from 1999 and still perfect.



Jon
 
Jean-Paul said:
Expect to replace all cookware, these need special type of metal,

No glass or ceramic, ferrous and non freeous act differently.

The electronic power supply is made in China very cheaply.

As kilowatts are converted, these often fail after a few years, costly repair.

An ordinary glass top infrared or conventional cooktop is not particualt for the cookware and much cheaper and more reliable. My 36" Dacor was from 1999 and still perfect.



Jon
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I used cast iron cookware on mine until they got too heavy for me. I have used several of the original pieces of cookware that I already had. I recently bought a set of nonstick skillets on Amazon and found a lot of the new stuff is now made for the induction as well as other types. Just carry a magnet with you when shopping in a store for cookware. If it sticks it cooks.

I used my cooktop every day and I cook a lot. Never had a problem with it. If it ever fails I will just buy another one just like it. It sells for about seventy-five bucks.
 
After writing this I was listening to a podcast and at the end he was talking about induction stoves. I was drifting off to sleep so I’ll listen to that part again. Apparently they’re more popular in Europe and chefs really like them.

The Adam Ragusa Podcast #40. The topic was gas stoves. As he says, the science is not settled.
 
Jean-Paul said:
No glass or ceramic, ferrous and non freeous act differently.
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you can cook with a variety of cookware by placing a metal disk between the surface and the vessel. not ideal but a handy work around when you entertain potluck.

Jean-Paul said:
The electronic power supply is made in China very cheaply.
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very true on many of the less expensive variety, but there are ones of quality if you shop around. or out comes the screwdriver.
 
Jules said:
After writing this I was listening to a podcast and at the end he was talking about induction stoves. I was drifting off to sleep so I’ll listen to that part again. Apparently they’re more popular in Europe and chefs really like them.

The Adam Ragusa Podcast #40. The topic was gas stoves. As he says, the science is not settled.
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i've consulted for large outfits during their initial stages of development and have been a vehement proponent for this change.
 
When it comes to appliances, I believe "simple is better". Awhile back, one of our daughters bought an expensive induction stove/oven, and about 6 months after the warranty expired, the "digital" control panel quit working. I checked it out, and the cheapest control panel was well over $600. I could have replaced it, but for that price they decided to go with a more basic electric stove. The more "technology" that is included in these items, the more likely that it will fail....and cost a bunch to repair.
 
Hopefully my electric stove will last for a few more years. I’ll do more research then.

One thing I’m doing is cleaning the oven manually rather than using the auto clean. Those high temperatures can put too much stress on an older oven. It’s 18 years now.
 
Is it true that induction stoves need a higher amp circuit than most other electric stoves made for home use?

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cookers are rated in KW at the mains, most electric, infrared or induction cook tops are 240V 50A circuit. Thus the induction cook top uses the existing breaker and wiring.

See the specification of the induction or other cook top for the circuit rating.

For safety use a liscenced electrician.



Just the ramblings of an old retired EE



Jon
 
I've been using induction for 14 years and it's far superior to anything else I've used including commercial gas stoves. I had one issue in that time and it was a $10 US fuse. The newest models have some brilliant features that make cooking easier than ever.

Most of the pots and pans I had were compatible and I can understand the reluctance to swap those out for new. However those new pans (I use all-clad) will also improve your food or at least make it easier not to burn the food if you get slightly distracted. ;)

I think the nicest thing about induction is the lack of heat produced so your kitchen stays cool even during the warmer months of the year. Of course the ease of clean-up is right up there too.
 
Jules said:
If I ever have to replace my stove, I thought I’d like induction. They’re supposed to be clean, fast and really safe. Amusing myself in the hardware store, I was looking at one. It was more than twice the price of a really nice flat top electric.

Anyone have one?
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We use a gas oven. Much cheaper in the UK than electricity. We do have two induction hobs which we have used in the past and they are very fast and efficient.

If you have a heart pacemaker, apparently you should not use induction hobs because the powerful magnetism they use to work can affect the pacemaker adversely.
 

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