Polished V-guard Vic 06 (1600 W) Induction Cooktop (Black, Push Button)

An induction cooktop is a kitchen appliance that uses electromagnetic induction to heat cookware. It consists of a flat, glass-ceramic surface with one or more induction heating elements embedded beneath it.

Here's how an induction cooktop works:

Induction Heating: When you turn on an induction cooktop and place an induction-compatible pot or pan on the cooking surface, an alternating current (AC) is passed through a copper coil beneath the glass-ceramic surface. This creates a fluctuating magnetic field.

Magnetic Field Interaction: The fluctuating magnetic field induces an electric current in the base of the induction-compatible cookware. This electric current produces resistive heating, causing the cookware to heat up.

Heat Transfer: The heat generated in the cookware is directly transferred to the food inside it. The cooktop itself remains relatively cool since it is not the source of heat. The glass-ceramic surface may get warm due to residual heat from the cookware, but it is designed to cool down quickly after use.

Advantages of Induction Cooktops:

Faster Cooking: Induction cooktops heat up cookware much faster than traditional gas or electric cooktops. They provide rapid and precise heating control, allowing you to adjust the temperature quickly.

Energy Efficiency: Induction cooktops are highly efficient as they transfer heat directly to the cookware, minimizing heat loss. They can heat up food faster while using less energy compared to other cooktop types.

Safety: Induction cooktops are generally considered safer because the cooking surface itself does not get as hot as with gas or electric cooktops. The risk of burns is reduced, and there is no open flame or gas leakage hazard.

Easy to Clean: The smooth, flat surface of an induction cooktop is easy to clean since it doesn't have any crevices or burners. Spills and splatters are less likely to stick to the surface since it doesn't get as hot.

Precise Temperature Control: Induction cooktops offer precise temperature control, allowing you to adjust the heat with great accuracy. This makes them suitable for delicate cooking techniques that require specific temperatures.

It's important to note that not all cookware is compatible with induction cooktops. To work on an induction cooktop, the cookware must have a magnetic base made of ferrous materials such as cast iron or stainless steel. Non-magnetic cookware, such as aluminum or copper, will not heat up on an induction cooktop unless it has a magnetic base or an induction-compatible disc attached to it.