"Jean B." > wrote in message
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> Wayne Boatwright wrote:
>> On Mon 30 Jun 2008 06:37:43p, Janet Wilder told us...
>>
>>> hahabogus wrote:
>>>> If you want good heat distribution get an induction range.
>>>>
>>> Question: What makes an induction range different from the glass top
>>> electric range I have. They look alike in the pictures.
>>
>> An induction range actually produces no heat of its own. Each "burner"
>> element is a controlled electromagnet which, when in close proximity to a
>> ferrous based metal pot, causes the pot itself to get hot. This is also
>> why it does not work with aluminum or glass. Even some stainless steel
>> pots do not work well with it. However, if you have the right cookware,
>> the heat generated in the pot is extremely good and easily controlled.
>> It is also virtually "instant on, instant off". The glass surface does
>> get warm from being in contact with the hot pot, but not nearly so hot as
>> a conventional glass top range with heating elements underneath. I wish
>> the technology was as widespread in the US as it is in Europe.
>>
>> HTH
>>
> Oh good! I was hoping someone would come up with a nice explanation. I'm
> just a user--and my range predates the availability of better units in the
> United States. For all *I* know, those units (e.g., by Wolf, IIRC) have
> come and gone.
>
> --
> Jean B.

That's very interesting. My step-son and DIL are in the process of building
a new home and the cooktop is going to be on the island. It's going to be a
Kenmore Elite induction cooktop.