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What type of cookware can I use on Induction?
Since Induction is based on magnetic principles, the cookware used on it must have a
ferrous (iron-based, magnetic) bottom. Some types of cookware are made of naturally
magnetic metals (such as pure iron), while others are made to be magnetic by “sand-
wiching” a thin layer of a ferrous metal in the base. This layer in the base is what will be
affected by the magnetic fi eld of the induction cooktop and distribute the heat. Gener-
ally speaking, tri-ply, high-quality stainless steel and cast iron cookware will work on
induction cooktops. Copper, glass and aluminum cookware will not work unless they
have a sandwiched magnetic base.
The easiest way to check whether your cookware is compatible with an induction
cooktop or not, is to take a magnet and try to stick it to the bottom of your pot. If it
sticks, your pot will work on induction. You can use even the simplest decorative
fridge magnet for this test. Note that the magnet has to stick only to the bottom of the
pot, not necessarily the sides. If the sides are not magnetic but the bottom is, your pot
will still work perfectly well on induction.
The pots that work best on induction are medium- to heavy-gauge.
Induction compatible cookware*
• Stainless Steel with a magnetic base
• Enameled iron and steel
• Cast iron
• All FAGOR cookware and pressure cookers
Non-induction compatible
• Copper
• Glass
• Aluminum
• Pottery type vessels
*Always check your cookware with a magnet before attempting to use it on an induction.
ATTENTION:
The cookware used on your Fagor Portable Induction Cooktop has to have a
diameter between 5 and 10 inches and a fl at bottom.