Professional induction cookers: advantages and disadvantages. Manufacturers review and reviews

Have you ever imagined that by touching an electric stove, avoid a burn? With "clever" induction hobs, this is possible. But this is not the only reason why preference is given to such electric stoves as in domestic conditions and in professional activity. Why? Let's understand.

The principle of functioning of the induction hob

The principle of the induction plate is based on electromagnetic induction. An electric current arises in a confined space as a result of a change in the magnetic flux that passes through the circuit. Electromagnetic induction was applied since 1831 thanks to the English physicist M. Faraday. The built in induction cooker is similar in principle to the transformers, which are currently used almost everywhere and everywhere. The surface of the plate is made of glass ceramics. Under it is an induction coil, under which flows an electric current with a frequency of 20 to 60 kHz. As the primary winding stands coil induction type, and as a secondary - dishes that are put on an electric stove. Initially, a pan is heated, a frying pan, and already from it a surface of glass ceramics is heated. The latter acts as a link between the kitchen utensils and the heating element.

Induction Cooker: Advantages

Advantages include:

• Efficiency of heating. It is achieved due to the fact that the bottom of the dishes is heated, and not the entire cooking surface.
• Economical. It is manifested in reducing the costs associated with paying for electricity at the expense of lower energy consumption compared to traditional plates.
• Security. Professional induction cookers are absolutely safe - the probability of a fire or a burn is reduced "to no." The equipment is switched off immediately after the dishes are put back, and the place where it stood immediately becomes warm.
• Full automation. The presence of dishes on the plate is recognized automatically, in fact, as well as the diameter of its bottom.
• Multifunctionality. It is reached thanks to the supported programs for cooking.
• Easy to clean. Has something fallen on the hob or something? Do not worry, there will be no stink, no burnt residue. It is enough to take the lip and wipe the surface with a slight movement of the hand.

Are there any downsides?

The disadvantages are as follows:

• The impossibility of using aluminum or glassware.
• Induction cookers of professional use are expensive, which narrows the circle of consumers. But, despite this, such equipment is increasingly found not only in restaurants, but also in the usual home kitchen.

Induction cookers: what kind of dishes to use

Dishes for induction cookers should have ferromagnetic properties. But do not be frightened by this condition, since it will not be difficult to find such dishes, but for human health it is absolutely not harmful. There is quite a logical question: "What is this ferromagnetic dish?" These are all the same enamelled, cast iron or "stainless" pots and pans that attract a magnet. It is strictly forbidden to use dishes for cooking on an induction cooker from aluminum, copper, ceramics, porcelain, glass.

Ferromagnetic features of kitchen utensils, as a rule, are identified by the manufacturer using the method of applying special marking.

A sufficient area of contact with the burner is achieved when using dishes with a bottom diameter of 12 cm or more. In this case, the thickness of the bottom can vary within 2-6 mm.

The dishes for induction cookers can be identical to the dishes used on traditional electric cookers. This question becomes relevant when preference is given to combined cooking surfaces that have both standard and induction burners at the same time.

Features of choosing the main assistant in the kitchen: a review of manufacturers and reviews

In places of public catering use exclusively professional models of induction hobs, because these are the plates are highly productive and provide a long and continuous process of cooking a large number of dishes at the same time.

Acquisition of a plate is a serious matter. Before choosing an induction cooker, first of all you should pay attention to the manufacturer. And then it is already determined with the design of the kitchen unit, its functionality, cost, etc. Many restaurateurs advise when choosing an induction cooker to seek advice from an experienced chef.

The Russian market can not boast a wide range of induction cookers. The most acceptable in the ratio of price and quality are professional induction cookers Bertos (Italy). The Bertos E7P2M / IND model is an electric stove of a stand-alone version 70 cm wide, the design of which consists of two main elements: a two-burner hob and an open base.

The case is made of high-strength stainless steel. The maximum power is 7 kW. The possibility of determining the residual heating of the burners is supported, the central part of which can be heated up to 100 degrees at cooking, and the edges - up to 40 degrees.

Induction surfaces of TM Hendi

The Dutch TM Hendi presented the world with professional induction cookers. These surfaces have a different design and can differ in the number of heating zones. The assortment range includes table induction cookers, the most popular among them are Profi Line 3500 23971, Profi Line 3100 with a frying pan 239681, Hendi Kitchen Line 3500 239780.

Separately, I would like to mention the hob Hendi Kitchen Line 3500 239780. The desktop unit, which is based on a single disk for an induction cooker - one burner. It is intended for preparation of simple dishes and every possible sauces. The ability to automatically detect the presence of dishes and their sizes is supported. By the way, this clever device is still able to regulate the power supplied, depending on the size of the dishes in order to reduce the cost of electricity. The case is made of stainless steel. Touch control, digital heating indication, electronic power adjustment has an induction cooker. Price Hendi Kitchen Line 3500 239780 is about 15 thousand rubles.

Built-in cooker TM Bartscher

One of the most affordable models of "smart" hobs TM Bartscher is the built-in panel IK 30S-EB 105936S. The design is based on two induction-type burners, which have individual control panels. The maximum possible power is 3.0 kW, so these professional induction cookers can be used in cafes and restaurants with wiring "not the first freshness". The hob is made of Schott Ceran glass-ceramic. Supports the lock function, which allows you to use the equipment for its intended purpose and not worry about "childish pranks." The model is equipped with an eight-level heating system and is able to determine the presence of dishes and its dimensions. The induction cooker is equipped with a built-in timer. The price is about 18 thousand rubles. Users note such advantages as mobility, compactness, functionality, the possibility of choosing a temperature regime.

Electric cookers TM SARO

The greatest demand in places of public catering is enjoyed by professional induction cookers for restaurants of the German brand SARO. The built-in CB-70A SARO model is based on two burners. Supports the possibility of self-adjustment of the required degree of heating, which can vary from 1 to 9. The touch panel control panel. There is also a function of blocking the control panel, the function of automatic shutdown in case of overheating. Connection method three-phase.

What if the induction cooker does not work?

The most common malfunction that an induction-type cooking surface user may encounter is the non-functioning of the electric stove in general or the dysfunction of one of the burners in the presence of food. Induction plate repair In this case is reduced to performing the following step-by-step actions:

1. Check the power source and make sure that the outlet provides the required voltage.
2. Check the cord and plug for mechanical damage. If they are found, the cord should be replaced with a whole, and the induction plate repair will be completed.
3. To dismantle the built-in electrical panel from the countertop, disconnect all wires and unscrew the fastening elements in the form of laths.
4. Check thermal fuse and transformer. To do this, you should use a special device - a multimeter, which measures the resistance. The element of the chain that will have resistance that is not nominal or does not have it at all, needs to be replaced.
5. Verify that there is no violation in the wiring. The wiring connections on the control unit, thermostat, switches are checked, and the disk for the induction cooker (burner) is checked. Initially, try visually to find the malfunction, and if you do not find it, use the multimeter and ring all the sections of the chain.