I purchased this cooktop over a year ago on amazon, but for various reasons, never used it until recently. We are in the middle of a major renovation, and have had no range for a month. This cooktop has saved our lives. I have cooked every meal on it and really given it a workout.
I use my cast iron and cast enamel Le Creuset cookware and everything works beautifully. When you plug item in, it beeps but does not come on until you hit a button on whichever side you are using. Be aware that level 10 is the top level, but I have never had to go above 5 for a quick boil. Also, level 10 is the max for the entire cooktop: if one burner is on level 6, the max you can use on the other burner is 4. I start a burner on 5 and then adjust down after the pan is fully heated. I usually cook most items at 2 or 3 (except true frying). I just love this cooktop and now know that, even when my new range is installed, I will make room for this wonderful cooktop often.
You can use this anywhere you have power, and it can be set to the exact temperature required in your recipe, i.e. 325; and, you have a timer up to 150 minutes so that you do not have to monitor cooking as often. Any pot which will hold a magnet will work with this cooktop - I happen to have inherited some wonderful cast iron cookware that is over 60 years old - every time I use them, I think lovingly of my grandmother. I cannot answer question about cast iron with ridges, but I am sure the company could address that. I have used a large griddle across both burners with success and ease. When you remove your pan, the unit automatically shuts off - lots of safety features.
It is easy to clean, a dream to use, keeps my kitchen cool, and would be a wonderful addition for anyone who does entertaining and wants extra serving/warming/cooking options. And, this baby will be wonderful for the holidays, giving you so many extra options when you really need them. As you can tell, I LOVE this double cooktop, and NO, I do not work for the company (glad amazon confirms regular customers who have actually purchased a reviewed item). Hope this helps other people thinking of induction.
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| Material | Cast Iron |
| Special Feature | Electric |
| Brand | True Induction |
| Heating Elements | 4 |
| Product Dimensions | 2.5"D x 23.5"W x 14"H |
| Wattage | 1800 watts |
| Controls Type | Touch |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Burner type | Radiant |
| Included Components | Induction Cooktop and manual |
| Power Source | induction |
| Item Weight | 11.2 Pounds |
| Item Weight | 11.2 pounds |
| Manufacturer | True Induction |
| ASIN | B004BFVWKW |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | TI-2C |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | November 9, 2010 |
