The main difference between the induction cooker and the conventional one is that the heat generated, which is necessary for the preparation of the products, is formed in the dishes, which contributes to considerable energy savings, as well as more efficient and rapid heating.
There is a wide range of induction panels on the market and in order to not make a mistake with the choice, it is necessary to have some idea of their some differences.
Before buying an induction cooker, it is important to know the following:
- the principle of operation is the same everywhere, the main difference lies in reliability, design and additional functions;
- when buying is better to choose European brands that have proven themselves in years of successful work. The best are German manufacturers;
- read reviews and advice from familiar people who purchased induction panels;
- for a small family of one or two people it will be enough to have two heating zones, and for a larger one you will need a four-zone panel( recently there were models with three and five heating zones);
- in the presence of small children in the house it is desirable to buy a panel with the function "protection from children" and "auto-boiling";
- the "timer" function sets the desired cooking temperature for a given period of time;
- in most modern models there is the possibility of changing the intensity of the heating zones( sometimes their number reaches 20).Think, how many do you need them? After all, the more zones, the higher the cost;
- there is a touch, magnetic control, and in earlier models and manual control with switches( the most expensive touch).
Any manufacturer in every new model tries to "shove" some other know-how, often useless, but significantly affecting the cost of the induction panel. When buying a surface, you need to carefully approach the study of the functions of the device and choose a model that really satisfies your needs, and not just an expensive novelty with a bunch of unnecessary "bells and whistles".
Features of using
There are some important nuances that must be considered when installing an induction cooker.
- the panel may interfere with the operation of radio equipment;
- cookware on the stove can be heated to very high temperatures;
- next to the plate it is undesirable to leave credit cards, bank cards, omissions and other documents with magnetic cover;
- it is undesirable to leave metal dishes next to the panel because of the possibility of heating it.
Induction panel and interior
Thanks to its magnificent and modern design, the hob perfectly fits into the interior of almost any apartment, but, nevertheless, when buying an induction surface, you must follow certain rules.
- The lion's share of panels is produced in dark colors, so they will fit almost any interior;
- in some models of the heating zone are separated by circles of different colors of larger or smaller diameter, and sometimes they are not indicated at all;
- has recently become popular with panels with original background pictures on various topics, which does not always fit the interior of the apartment.
For more strictly interior in the style of hi-tech, traditional models made in classic dark colors are perfect, and for a more colorful youth design of an apartment or house, a panel with an original design will be a good option.
To properly select an induction panel, you need to have some idea of the features of this technique. As with any device, the hob has its advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages of
- significant energy savings and higher efficiency( heating efficiency in the induction panel is 90%, which is much higher than in gas, glass and electric stoves);
- cooking begins almost immediately;
- the surface of the hob is practically not heated;
- easy care( since the fallen food particles do not burn, then only a damp sponge or napkin is sufficient to clean it);
- safety( after the dishes are removed from the surface of the plate, the heating stops);
- easy control;
- the air in the kitchen does not heat up, which does not lead to a rise in temperature and stifling indoors.
Disadvantages of the
- Even the simplest induction panel is distinguished by its high cost, and the availability of additional programs leads to an even higher price increase;
- requires a certain type of dishes( preferably with a ferromagnetic surface);
- inability to use together with metal surfaces.
When buying an induction cooker, please note that reliability, performance, rationality, practicality should be the main parameters of the right choice, and not the pursuit of various technical solutions, original design and high cost as a guarantee of quality purchase.