A plate that absolutely supportsset temperature, does not burn the skin upon contact and consumes little electricity - fiction or reality? Such a stove already exists, but is everything as wonderful as it seems at first glance? An interesting novelty that simply cannot be ignored seemed to us to be an induction cooker. At first glance, it resembles its electric counterparts, but with the same attractiveness and wide application in design solutions, it has a number of advantages over the former. Powered by electricity, the burner itself does not heat up, but the cookware itself heats up. This is possible due to the induced eddy current, which is created by a high-frequency magnetic field (often, metal is smelted in metallurgy according to the same principle).
Like everything in our world, induction cookers have both advantages and disadvantages, but first the good:
1. Safe use
Due to the lack of fire and hot burnerIt is quite difficult to burn yourself on an induction cooker, because it is hot directly under the cookware. If the pan is empty or there is none at all, the burner automatically switches off. In addition, such cookers are equipped with overheating protection and a switch-off timer. All this increases the safety of cooking, especially if there are small children in the family.
2. Saving in everything
Due to its innovative internalThe induction cooker consumes much less electricity than conventional electric ones. In new models, the burners themselves adjust to the size of the bottom of the cookware, and this reduces the heating area to the optimum. High power ensures fast cooking, and automatic shutdown modes save not only energy, but also cold from air conditioners, which is especially important on hot summer days. As you can see, the savings in electricity and time are obvious.
3. Easy to care for
The induction hob cools down very quickly, sothat it can be wiped literally a few minutes after removing the dishes. Due to the smooth surface, dirt does not accumulate on it, and wiping it is a pleasure - just wipe it with a damp sponge with a drop of detergent. If food gets on the stove, it will not start to burn, which means there will be no burning smell.
4. Intuitive control
The stove is easy to operate andis carried out using touch buttons or controls on the front panel, and the information is usually displayed on a digital display. Setting the exact temperature, power and required time are included in the standard set of functions. Plus, more expensive models have a whole range of cooking programs, which greatly simplifies the cooking process.
Well, as they say, first the good news, and now let's talk about the downsides:
1. High demands on dishes
For cooking on an induction hobNot all cookware will do, only those with ferromagnetic properties. Despite the intriguing name, it is quite easy to check for them: bring a magnet to the bottom of the cookware. If it is magnetized, then it is suitable; if not, look for other pans. Cast iron, enameled and magnetic stainless steel cookware are perfect. But if you like extreme sports and decide to take a risk by using unsuitable cookware, we dare to disappoint you - the built-in protection sensor simply will not allow the oven to turn on if the cookware does not meet the standards. Our opinion: - The most durable and environmentally friendly cookware is cast iron. Its only drawback is that due to the weight of such pots and pans, you will have to handle the stove carefully so as not to damage it.
2. Fragility
The surfaces of induction cookers are mainlyare made of glass ceramics and are relatively fragile. Therefore, if you handle them carelessly or drop something heavy, the probability of damaging them is very high. It is best to entrust the installation of such a stove to a specialist.
3. Unpleasant Neighborhood
Electromagnetic radiation emitted by the stove,may have a negative impact on nearby electrical appliances. Therefore, it is highly recommended not to install induction cookers above ovens or dishwashers, or close to the refrigerator. But such troubles can be avoided by studying the relevant documentation for your devices in advance. Our opinion: - There is an opinion that a high-frequency magnetic field affects human health. But manufacturers assure that induction cookers do not pose any threat to the body, even for those who wear pacemakers. And the products cooked on them do not change their properties and are not saturated with harmful radiation.
4. Price
New items on the home appliance market are always in demand,especially if they have absorbed only the best from previous analogues. As you already understood, you will have to pay for such pleasure, and if you choose a high-quality and durable model, you will have to pay a lot. But over time, due to its economical properties, the stove will pay for itself. In general, the price of induction stoves varies from several thousand for compact models to hundreds of thousands of rubles for a designer exclusive.
Having studied all the above information, you canconclude that induction cookers have many more advantages than disadvantages, and the advantages will appear more and more with the development of this technology. But to buy such a device or not - everyone will decide for themselves, because, as we know, there is no accounting for taste. pinterest.com, miele.com, electrolux.com, gorenje.com, ikea.com, whirlpool.com, smeg50style.com
