Why Choose and How to Install Induction Hobs

Find out why buy an induction hob. What advantages does an electromagnetic induction cooker have over a traditional gas cooker? How does magnetic induction cooking work? Tips and tricks for choosing and installing a magnetic induction hob without problems.

Induction cooking it is the most modern and innovative way to cook currently on the market. Cook using a magnetic induction cooker It has numerous advantages compared to the traditional gas stove, the first of which is certainly the affordability which derives from no longer using gas as a "fuel" and choosing electricity instead, which has become increasingly convenient in recent years, especially for those who have chosen to equip themselves, for example, with a photovoltaic system.

How does induction cooking work?

The magnetic induction cooker cooks food without using flames; using the electric current that flows in the coil located inside the glass-ceramic hob, it develops a magnetic field which, transferred to the pan thanks to the special magnetic bottom, generates the heat that cooks the food. Already since very principle of operation of the induction hob is evident a first advantage: the heat is generated directly on the pot or pan without any dispersion, indeed, in the absence of a pot it is not possible for induction to be generated, consequently induction hobs have among the highest yields: up to 92%.
 

Other advantages of magnetic induction hobs.

What other advantages do magnetic induction cookers have? The advantages are truly many:

• Ease of cleaning of glass ceramic tops. As already mentioned, the heat is generated directly on the pan thanks to the special magnetic bottom, this means that if food falls on the glass-ceramic hob, even on the stove, it does not burn, consequently cleaning is obviously very easy: simply wipe with a microfibre cloth slightly moistened, the surface is shiny.
• Finally you will be able to smell the real aroma of the food you are cooking. Always used to cooking with traditional gas stoves, in reality we ignore the true scent of the foods we cook, as the burning gas produces an odor that covers all the others at least in part. Finally, thanks to cooking without combustion and flame, we will be able to enjoy the true aroma of food. This noIt's not just an "olfactory" advantage, so to speak. but it also allows us to notice immediately if some food is burning: as soon as we smell a bad smell we will be sure that it is the food in the pans (and not the food on the hob) that is burning.
• It's a much less dangerous way of cooking. Induction hobs are perfectly flat, without additional grills, as a result the pans are perfectly balanced and stable. Furthermore, if your gas system is old, and perhaps not up to standard, eliminating it from the kitchen, where there may also be a stove, protects us from unpleasant and very dangerous inconveniences ( Explosions ). If your gas system is old or has leaks, have it checked by a professional immediately.
   
  An induction cooker is perfectly flat
• Eliminating the gas connection: dream or reality? If you eliminate methane gas entirely from your home, in addition to the numerous advantages, including safety, listed previously, there is also the possibility of achieving completely eliminate the gas supply for your home and save the fixed portion of the utility bill, which is part of the so-called network services which constitute approximately the 20% of each bill. If you still use gas for heating, find out why choose a pellet stove.

Installation and purchase of an induction hob: some advice.

When purchasing an induction hob it is advisable to inform yourself and ask the right information in order to buy the right product, suited to our needs. Here is a list of information and technical data which is worth knowing beforehand buy an induction hob:

• The dimensions: if you are replacing your old stove or installing a new one, make sure that the built-in dimensions of the hob you are about to buy are compatible with the space you have available.
  Check that the dimensions of the induction hob fit into the space available
• Nutrition: it's obvious and you've certainly already thought about it, but it's good to remember: an induction hob needs electricity, make sure it's present near the installation point. Not all plans are sold with a power cord, make sure yours comes with one or make sure you get one in time.
• Power Management. Typically houses and apartments have an electricity contract that guarantees 3kW, modern induction hobs are equipped with Power Management which allow you to limit the maximum consumption of the hob, so as not to trigger the circuit breaker.
• Installation. In these cases it is appropriate forget about do it yourself, and rely on industry professionals for installation, however it is important to know some "tricks" so you get to have a good job done; for example it is advisable to install a dedicated circuit breaker on the line that powers the hob, this is to prevent sudden changes from ruining the electronics of the hob and a malfunction of the hob from irreversibly damaging the entire electrical system; if there is also an electric oven or other household appliance, it could also be connected to the dedicated line a great idea.

Do I have to throw away all my old pots and pans?

It's not for sure. To work with the induction cooker, a pan must have a metal, magnetic bottom.