is the heat generated to the pan placed on the ceramic surface Only and Not to any other stainless steel things around but not in touch with it?
341436
Yes, the heat will only transfer to the pan that is placed on the unit. There has to be direct contact for the heat to transefer.
2227043
Haven't done that...the entire pan's going to get pretty hot, I think. Seems if you could control the heat some, it could work. Just don't know.
1348455
No there is a special coating on the ceramic on the cook side of the pan. It has failed us already in not even a year of ownership. Do not buy.
1384863
I used it quite a few times on a ceramic top with no issues. It seems to take a lot of heating, so the stove does get hot, but no issues.
1814844
Not exactly sure of the question. The surface is somewhat uneven but it does not affect the cooking aspect for the griddle.
694686
I have used it mostly on my stainless steel but I have only tried it once on my anonized cookware and it did no damaged as a matter of fact on that type of cookware it acted like Ajax does when it cleans. It did not scratch or do damage. Hope this helps
805806
yes, like many others hotter in the circumferential area - but I find this does not affect cooking or browning meats- recommend all stainless versus the non stick - I bought the non stick and the coating peeled
1017878
Like any pan, it will be hotter where the heat source is, it does disperse pretty well though. I would recommend the lodge cast iron griddle instead. I have both and the lodge is easily my favorite
1093710
not particularly hot at all. i keep a couple of utensils on the top of the oven and heat has never been an issue
1441956
It is not a flat solid all the way across. The pan is cast iron and holds heat very well. I use it on a ceramic top & I've had great success.
1821233
My pan sits perfectly on my ceramic stove top, in fact, it sits in place better than other pans I have that tend to easily slide on the surface. I really like this pan even though it is more shallow than I though when I purchased it. It has worked out well and I recommend it.
2081241
It does seem to distribute the heat pretty well. The heating element is a sideways U, so in the middle gets heat from 3 sides and the material conducts well. The only spot that may be a little less hot would be where the two sides meet, because of the grease drain, but not enough to unevenly cook something.
929953
No, it is not made of granite. That is the trade name as it wears like granite. It is made of carbon steel encapsulated by ceramic. Please go to Lodge Cast Iron's website to learn about carbon steel. I have several carbon steel pans which are practically indestructible and cook wonderfully. The ceramic coating does not require seasoning as does cast iron or carbon steel. The "heating rack" does not generate heat. It is merely a rack to keep food raised and allowing the juices to collect in the pan. If you prefer to cook your food in the juices you may remove it. It is made of stainless steel. The entire pan is made in the USA. There are several high end manufacturers who produce ceramic encapsulated cast iron. It is a preferred baking and roasting vessel. The only difference is carbon steel is lighter than cast iron.
1902689
It is a standard non-stick surface, but not ceramic or like Calphalon.Mine cleans easily when cool, and I have no scratches or chips after several uses.Since the temperature cannot exceed 400 degrees, there is little danger of overheating it and damaging it as with Teflon or other surfaces.
444915
I have a ceramic cooktop and it didn't affect the cooktop. However, anything above medium heat did sage the pot. There is now fine cracking along the bottom edge, about an half inch above the bottom along the side. Not a huge visual blemish, but noticeable. I had contacted the manufacturer and asked if it would be safe and they said it would. I'm considering a return if the problem worsens at the next use. I will say they were very helpful the first contact and i don't anticipate problems. Might just be my unit? Hope this helps!
877570
Relatively speaking, it certainly does. As an example, I heat the pan for 5 mins first, then heat oil in it for another 4 mins or so. Then cook a fried egg in it, which is probably about another 3 mins. The handle will warm up slightly near the pan, but where you grab it, it stays perfectly cool enough for normal use. (Should point out that my 'prep time' is for the all stainless, not the 'non stick')
2205330
The aluminum base is on the outside of the cookware and therefore the aluminum rests on the heating surface. The cooking side, where the food will be cooked, is the stainless steel. We have been very pleased with the cookware but learned not to cook on a "high" setting. Keep a container of "Barkeepers Friend" on hand as it seems this with a touch of warm water is about the only way it cleans up. But it does clean up and looks as new as when we took it out the box. Hope this helps.