In addition to boiling water, electric kettles can also be used for a variety of purposes, giving full play to their function of heating water and bringing convenience to our lives. Although electric kettles are the most common small household appliances in the family, they are also one of the products with the most accidents and hidden dangers. Because there are many brands of electric kettles (also known as electric kettles, kettles), the quality of electric kettles on the market is different, and some inferior electric kettles may contain heavy metals on the inner wall, and long-term exposure to heavy metals may have a negative impact on our body, and there is a serious risk of cancer. As a small household appliance evaluator, I have studied most of the electric kettles on the market, and today I will analyze the electric kettle with you.
Here are some of the electric kettles I've recently reviewed:
1. Is an electric kettle good?
One of the most common uses of an electric kettle is to brew drinks such as tea, coffee, hot cocoa, etc. It was born by reforming the design of traditional kettles. The operation process is based on the heating wire that heats the base so that the water temperature reaches a boiling state. When the water begins to boil, the resulting steam will deform the temperature sensing element of the bimetal sheet, which in turn will trigger the power switch to disconnect using the lever principle. This disconnect mechanism is non-self-reset, so once disconnected, the kettle will no longer heat itself. Electric kettles achieve the goal of convenience and safety with their fast boiling and automatic power-off characteristics, and at the same time, they are affordable and relatively affordable to use.
With the growing consumer demand for multi-functional boiling water, many brands have launched diversified products such as thermostatic kettles, multi-functional health kettles, instant hot water dispensers, and electric kettles. Among them, electric kettles are particularly favored by consumers. Here are five common benefits of a good electric kettle:
1. The boiling efficiency is faster and the temperature control accuracy is high
The electric kettle is heated by an electric heating element, which has high thermal efficiency and a boiling speed far exceeding the traditional way of boiling water. At the same time, electric kettles are usually equipped with a precise temperature control system, which can set different water temperatures according to demand to meet different drinking and cooking needs.
2. Rich functions and faster to use
Modern electric kettles are more than just a tool for boiling water, they also integrate a variety of functions. For example, it has a heat preservation function that can keep the water temperature for a long time, and it also has an automatic power-off function after boiling to prevent dry boiling, and some electric kettles also support intelligent control, which can be controlled remotely through a mobile phone APP.
3. It is not easy to produce scale, less odor, and is healthier
The inside of the electric kettle is made of food-grade stainless steel or glass, which is not easy to rust, and the surface is smooth and not easy to adhere to scale. At the same time, the electric kettle is heated by a sealed type, which avoids the production of peculiar smell and ensures the health and hygiene of drinking water.
4. The appearance is better and more exquisite
The exterior design of electric kettles is becoming more and more exquisite, from simple and modern to retro and elegant, with a variety of styles. Electric kettles are no longer just kitchen tools, they have become part of home decoration and enhance the overall beauty of the home.
5. Better security
The electric kettle adopts multiple safety protection measures, such as anti-dry boiling, automatic power-off, anti-scalding handle, etc., to ensure the safety of use. In addition, the power cord of electric kettles is usually made of high-temperature resistant materials to prevent overheating and fire.
Second, the four major hazards caused by inferior electric kettles:
Electric kettle is the most common small household appliance, and it is also one of the products with the most accidents and hidden dangers. The electric kettle can provide us with convenient and fast hot water, whether it is making tea, making coffee, making noodles, or boiling eggs, it is inseparable from hot water. However, long-term use of inferior products may have adverse health effects. So what are the negative effects of using an electric kettle of unqualified quality? Regarding the hidden dangers and hazards of using an electric kettle, I have summarized the following four aspects:
Hazard 1: The irritating odor of the electric kettle is large, and it emits toxic and harmful substances
Low-quality electric kettles tend to emit pungent odors during use, which mainly come from the decomposition of inferior plastics, coatings, or other materials in the inner tank of electric kettles. These odors not only affect the taste of drinking water, but may also cause harm to human health.
Hazard 2: Produces thousands of boiling water, high nitrate content
Boiling water refers to water that has been boiled many times. The nitrate content in the water is high. Nitrate itself is non-toxic, but after entering the human body, it will be converted into nitrite, nitrite is carcinogenic, and long-term drinking of thousands of boiling water may increase the risk of stomach cancer, esophageal cancer and other cancers.
Hazard 3: Inferior products are prone to residual heavy metals
Inferior electric kettle liners, bases, or other parts may be made of low-quality metal materials that may contain heavy metals such as lead and cadmium. Heavy metals are toxic and can cause serious harm to human health if ingested for a long time.
Hazard 4: There may be a safety hazard
Inferior electric kettles often have safety hazards in terms of design, manufacturing, and materials. For example, the wires of electric kettles may be made of inferior materials, which are prone to aging and breakage, and there is a risk of leakage. The connection between the base and the body of the pot may not be strong, and it is easy to fall off, causing scalding accidents. The temperature control system of an inferior electric kettle may be insensitive or malfunctioning, resulting in continuous heating of the electric kettle and causing safety incidents such as fires.
3. Analysis of the four causes of the harm of electric kettles
Is the electric kettle good? Is the electric kettle good to use? After the above summary, the use of inferior products will indeed be harmful, in order to ensure the safety and health of water, parents should choose high-quality electric kettles, so what are the reasons for the harm of inferior products? The following figure is the main reason for the public complaints about electric kettles sorted out by professional research institutions, and the following are the 4 main reasons for the potential harm of electric kettles:
1. Many people mistakenly choose products with too much power
Many consumers are prone to ignore the power of the product when buying an electric kettle and blindly pursue high-power products. Electric kettles with excessive power will produce large heat when working, and if there is no proper heat dissipation design, it is easy to cause excessive heating of electric kettles and even cause safety accidents. Therefore, when buying an electric kettle, consumers should choose the appropriate power according to their own needs to avoid the harm caused by excessive power.
2. Internet celebrities bring goods and celebrities endorse products
In e-commerce platforms and traditional retail channels, many Internet celebrities and celebrities endorse electric kettle product advertisements are overwhelming, and consumers are easily attracted by them. However, not all products brought by influencers or endorsed by celebrities are of high quality and reliable, and some products may only rely on the aura of celebrities to attract consumers, and the quality and safety are not reliable.
3. There are many three-no products
There are a large number of three-no products on the market, and the quality of these products can not be guaranteed, and there are great potential safety hazards. Consumers should pay attention to choosing branded and quality-assured products when buying electric kettles to avoid the risks brought by buying three-no products.
4. Low-priced and inferior products that fight price wars are popular
Low-cost and low-quality products occupy a certain proportion of the electric kettle market, and these products have lowered their quality standards in pursuit of low cost, resulting in some safety hazards. These low-cost and low-quality products may be manufactured using inferior materials, which are prone to problems such as leakage and uneven heating, which have certain potential safety hazards and bring potential harm to users.
With high-precision temperature control and multi-function gears, electric kettles have become one of the indispensable small appliances in modern homes. However, there are many inferior products on the market, and in order to earn more profits, businesses will advertise that their home appliance kettles are safe and easy to use, but there will always be various problems when using them, so how to choose a good electric kettle?
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Fourth, eight practical tips for buying an electric kettle
Electric kettle can not only boil water, but also can be used for a variety of purposes, bringing convenience and comfort to our lives. Electric kettle is a small household appliance that is used every day, be sure to buy one that is safe and non-toxic, has good high temperature resistance and corrosion resistance, even if it is more expensive! So how to choose a good electric kettle? The following 8 purchase tips can help you choose a good product:
1. Choose a brand with strong professional and technical strength, safety and non-toxicity
When buying an electric kettle, it is wise to choose those products with strong professional and technical strength and good brand reputation. These brands usually strictly control the quality of products in the R&D and production process of electric kettles to ensure that the products are safe and non-toxic.
2. Do not buy products with poor temperature control, which are easy to produce toxic and harmful substances
When buying an electric kettle, temperature control performance is a very important indicator. Products with poor temperature control can lead to high water temperatures, which can produce toxic and harmful substances and pose potential health risks. Therefore, when choosing an electric kettle, we should carefully understand the temperature control technology of the product to ensure that it can accurately control the water temperature and avoid the production of harmful substances.
3. Choose a high-quality style of coupler to prevent air fire, etc
The coupler is an important part of the electric kettle, which can control the linkage of the heating plate and the switch. A high-quality coupler can better protect the electric kettle from an empty fire. Therefore, when buying an electric kettle, we should choose those models with high-quality couplers to prevent potential safety hazards.
4. The material of the cup wall needs to be paid attention to
The material of the cup body of the electric kettle is directly related to the quality and safety of the product. It is recommended to choose heat-resistant and high-temperature resistant materials, such as borosilicate glass, stainless steel, etc. These materials have high heat and corrosion resistance, are less prone to limescale and odors, and are safer to use.
5. Be wary of products with false standard parameters, poor performance and safety
In order to pursue market competitiveness, some unscrupulous manufacturers may falsely label the performance indicators of products, such as heating speed, capacity, etc. In the process of purchasing, we must be wary of this phenomenon of false standards, and choose those brands with high credibility and good reputation through multi-party comparison and understanding. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the safety of the product and ensure that the electric kettle purchased meets the safety standards.
6. The product must be equipped with a high-quality heating plate, which is more safe and reliable
The heating plate is the core component of the electric kettle, which directly affects the heating effect and safety. A high-quality heating plate can charge up the kettle more evenly and provide better heating results. Therefore, when purchasing an electric kettle, we should carefully understand the quality of the heating plate of the product, and choose a style equipped with a high-quality heating plate to ensure the heating effect and safety and reliability of the product.
7. Don't buy low-cost and low-quality products, as there are big safety hazards
Price is an important consideration when buying an electric kettle, but low-cost and low-quality products often have problems such as poor manufacturing process and poor material quality, and there are great potential safety hazards. Therefore, do not buy low-cost and low-quality products for the sake of cheapness, and choose products with higher cost performance to ensure the quality and safety of products.
8. Do not blindly pursue high power to avoid the hidden danger of fire and explosion
When some consumers buy an electric kettle, they tend to blindly pursue high power, thinking that the more power, the better. However, high power also means that the heating is fast and the internal temperature rises quickly, and there is a risk of fire and explosion. Therefore, when we buy an electric kettle, we should rationally choose the power that suits our needs to avoid potential safety hazards.
Many electric kettles on the market have poor quality and workmanship, potential safety hazards, easy to pollute water quality, irritating odor, emitting toxic and harmful substances, etc., it is recommended that we do not blindly follow the trend to buy unprofessional Internet celebrities, etc., to avoid causing harm to our body. Pay attention to choosing brands and products with professional strength and safety protection measures.