The range and variety of household appliances offered by various manufacturers poses a difficult choice problem for consumers. The choice of hobs and stoves is no exception. Agree that the availability of this equipment is relevant for those who move into new buildings, and for owners of private housing construction, and for those who are not satisfied with existing devices. When choosing the best option should take into account many nuances. As an example, it is proposed to analyze the advantages and disadvantages of already familiar gas stoves and, relatively recently, induction stoves.
Comparison of the characteristics of induction and gas stove
The main purpose of any stove - gas or induction, the formation and transfer of heat to the dishes and its contents, for heating or cooking. But when choosing the necessary consumer model, only a few characteristics are of interest:
- cooking speed;
- ease of use of installed equipment;
- safety during operation;
- profitability (energy consumption);
- cost.
Let's consider in more detail. The principle of operation of gas devices is known to all. The flame temperature is transferred to the surface of the cookware installed on the burner, and already from it the contents of the cookware are heated. High flame temperature allows you to quickly carry out this process.
The induction panel operates on a different principle based on physical laws. It is known that exposure to high-frequency magnetic fields leads to heating of an object placed in this field. The role of the heating element is played by induction coils, with the passage of current, along the turns of which eddy currents arise, interacting directly with the bottom of the dishes mounted on the stove. In this, the principle of heating gas stoves and induction is somewhat similar. But there is a difference. A gas stove heats the bottom as much as possible only at the point of contact with the flame, while an induction stove carries out simultaneous heating of the entire area.
Conclusion, heating on a gas stove takes a little longer.
REFERENCE! For example, one liter of water on a gas stove can be brought to a boil in about 5 minutes. The induction cooker can handle a maximum of 3 minutes. This is due to the fact that on gas stoves, heating is carried out gradually. The high-frequency field provides almost instantaneous achievement of the temperature necessary for boiling water, and already in this mode it is heated.
Ease of use of one kind or another also vary significantly. The ease of operation of gas units is known to all. Ignited the gas burner and the device performs its functions. True, in this case, it is necessary to ensure that something does not boil away or burn out. It is not possible to control the flame temperature.
In induction panels, everything is different. The installed additional equipment (control sensors, electronic control systems) allows you to set the required operating mode, temperature mode. The electronic control system provides the possibility of recognizing the presence of cookware on the burner. When it is removed at the end of cooking, the burner switches off automatically.
The safety of each of these types of hobs directly depends on the owner. But the negative consequences from malfunctions of gas stoves are much greater and almost all of them pose a danger to life and health (poisoning due to gas leakage, fire, explosion). An induction device is much safer in this regard. Of course, there may be problems with the wiring, if it was not designed to connect the device, which can also lead to a fire. But such cases are rare. The existing protection and connection of the induction panel by a specialist who knows the intricacies of electricians will help to avoid problems with its operation.
REFERENCE! In terms of efficiency, in terms of energy consumption, gas stoves are more economical than induction panels. But here there are some nuances.
The only significant difference affecting the choice of a particular type of equipment is their cost. Induction cookers, a product of modern technology are significantly more expensive than gas stoves.
Pros and cons of a gas stove
In addition to the above qualities of gas units, there are several more parameters that influence the choice. As already noted, the financial costs of operating gas stoves are less. But this is only if there is a connection to centralized gas pipelines. Another advantage in favor of gas devices is the ability to use almost any metal utensil. Ease of use also affects consumer choice.
The disadvantages include low efficiency, the constant presence of a gas odor in the absence of an extract, the resulting carbon deposits on the dishes and a rather unpleasant leaving process (cleaning the grill, burners).
Pros and cons of induction panel
The advantages of induction panels have been described above. Here you can add a more modern management system. All processes are monitored electronically, indicators are displayed. The low temperature of the heating elements themselves protects against thermal burns. A plus can be called the ease of care for the induction device - just the usual wet wiping the panel. In addition, the complete absence of carbon deposits on the dishes used is also pleasing.
The cons are still the high cost and the need to purchase cookware, specially designed for induction panels. This is a dish with ferromagnetic properties.
IMPORTANT! Glass, ceramic and non-ferrous metal utensils for induction panels are strictly prohibited.
How to choose a plate
In principle, it is difficult to definitely advise which plate is better to choose. If there is a centralized supply of natural gas and budgetary opportunities are somewhat limited, then the choice in favor of gas units is obvious. If financial opportunities allow, then a more comfortable atmosphere in the house or apartment will provide induction panels. Many housewives have probably appreciated this.
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