As a common equipment in modern kitchens, induction cookers have been loved by consumers for their efficient, safe and clean characteristics. However, not all pots and pans are suitable for induction cooktops. Knowing which cooktops are not supported is essential for us to use the cooktop correctly, and to ensure cooking effectiveness and safety.
The working principle of the induction cooker is to use electromagnetic induction to generate eddy currents, so that the bottom of the pot quickly heats up. Therefore, pots and pans suitable for induction cooktops must have good magnetic conductivity. So, which pots and pans are not suitable for induction cooktops?
First of all, non-magnetic pots and pans cannot be used on induction cooktops. These pots cannot be heated on an induction cooktop because they cannot generate vortex currents. For example, aluminum pots, copper pots, and some stainless steel pots (such as 304 stainless steel) fall into this category. Although these pots and pans are beautiful to look at, they are not suitable for use on induction cooktops.
Secondly, pots and pans with too small or uneven bottoms are not suitable for induction cookers. If the bottom of the pot is too small, the heating area of the induction cooker will be insufficient, which will affect the heating effect, while the uneven bottom of the pot will lead to uneven contact between the pot and the induction cooker, which will easily cause local overheating or insufficient heating.
In addition, some pots and pans made of special materials, such as ceramic pots and glass pots, although beautiful and have good thermal insulation effect, cannot be used on induction cookers because they do not have magnetic conductivity.
Generally speaking, iron pots, some stainless steel pots (such as 430 stainless steel) and special pots for induction cookers are all good choices. Not only are these pots and pans magnetically conductive, but they also heat evenly and are resistant to high temperatures, making them suitable for a variety of cooking needs.
It should be noted that even if the pot is suitable for an induction cooker, it is necessary to pay attention to how to use it. For example, before heating, make sure that the pot is placed in the center of the induction cooker to avoid offset, observe the food status in the pot at any time during the heating process to prevent it from drying out or burning, and turn off the induction cooker and unplug the power plug in time after use to ensure safety.
In conclusion, knowing which types of cooktops are not supported and why is essential for us to use them correctly and ensure cooking results and safety. When choosing a pot, we should pay attention to its magnetic permeability, the size and flatness of the pot base, and when using an induction cooker, we must follow the correct operation method to ensure the cooking effect and personal safety. Only in this way can we fully enjoy the convenience and efficiency brought by induction cooker.