Traditional gas stoves, which dominated the kitchens for many years, are gradually losing relevance, as more and more housewives prefer to purchase separate ovens and cooking surfaces. Increasingly widespread in recent years are induction cooktops, which have a number of advantages over surfaces with the usual gas and electric burners.
How the induction hob works
The principle of operation of such surfaces is based on the effect of electromagnetic induction, thanks to which the heating of the bottom of the dishes directly, in which food is cooked, occurs. So, under the glass-ceramic coating there are magnetic coils. An alternating current flows through them, forming a magnetic field, which carries out the heating of the dishes. In order for the principle to work and food to be prepared, it is necessary to purchase special dishes: pots, bowls and pans for an induction hob , which has ferromagnetic properties. This fact should not deter potential consumers - it is easy to purchase such dishes, it is produced by the majority of authoritative manufacturers and is suitable for all other types of plates and cooking surfaces.
Advantages of electric induction hob
- High heating speed due to the fact that the bottom of the cooker is heated directly and heat is not wasted on heating the panel.
- Ecological - the maximum of useful heat is allocated, due to what the emission of burning gases and gases into the atmosphere decreases. The kitchen will maintain a comfortable temperature.
- Economical - the electric current is used not to heat a thick spiral, as in conventional electric plates, but only to create a magnetic field. In addition, the induction hob itself regulates the heating temperature - at the beginning of the process it is as high as possible, and when the bottom of the cookware reaches the required temperature, the burners are switched on as needed.
- Safety - the surface of the hob does not heat up, therefore the possibility of burns is excluded.
- Ease of cleaning - because the coating does not heat up, the food leaking out on it does not burn and does not leave badly washable
traces.
How to choose an induction hob?
The choice of the model and the brand of induction hob depends on the design of the kitchen, the area provided in it for cooking, the habits of the hostess. Built-in hobs - the best option for a thoughtful interior and space saving.
Induction cooking surfaces combined - include induction burners and electric or gas in various combinations. This is convenient for those who for some reason do not want to completely abandon the usual cooking on gas or electric comfort.