Can it be used on induction cooktops? Does it have a stainless steel bottom?
343016
No, it can't. I read "stainless steel" in the description and mistakenly assumed both pots were stainless and bought it. If I had seen it in a store I would have read the, "Suitable for all heat sources except induction" on the packaging. Just in case, I put a magnet to the base of the bottom pot and then confirmed it would not stick.
2253446
Unless I am mistaken, cookware needs to be metallic in order to work on an induction cooktop. This item is ceramic, so no.
197343
Induction cooking is supposed to work with Stainless steel. I have not, however, confirmed it with this pot. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Induction_cooking
2081715
No...I have the Cuisinart Stainless cookware for the induction cooktop and thought I would get this to match my cookware. Ordered it, and it didn't work. I thought maybe it was defective and returned it and reordered. Again it didn't work on my induction cooktop. This pot has an aluminum encapuslate bottom. It must have a hard adnoized stainless bottom to work with an induction cooktop. Sorry, but it doesn't work.
586064
Yes, it does. The stainless steel outer coating is designed (partially) for this purpose...it's a bit complicated but it has to do with magnetism (that's how an induction burner "cooks"), but, yes, this pan works on induction.
631500
Sorry, but I really don't have any knowledge of induction cooktops. The outside surface of the pan is stainless steel. Hope that helps...
260548
Brian, since this is a single wall stainless steel with no magnetic bottom, it will not perform well on an induction stove. Recommend you find a pot with dual bottom construction.
1803718
Stainless steel normally won't work on induction plate since it has no iron bottom core.
1686067
Induction cook tops require the bottom of any pot or pan to be magnetic. This cookware has an aluminum base infused between two layers of stainless steel. Using a magnet I personally Checked for magnetic properties. The bottom of the pan is non magnetic therefore, it probably will not work on an induction type range.
1994778
Yes. It has a layer of stainless steel on the bottom of the pans. Not magnetic grade, which is best for induction burners, but is enough to compliment the aluminum body, which retains heat quite evenly. I think for $20, it's a good deal. That being said, you get what you pay for. Even if you end up not liking it as much in the long run, it works well on other cooktops, someone would appreciate the gift. **(if you're ever at a shop browsing for pans, bring a small fridge magnet with you and test the bottom of the pans to see if it sticks. if it does, chances are, it's a high quality metal for induction compatibilty.)
2223452
Yes, I use it soley on an induction stove. Works great and keeps the bottom sparkling clean. This cookware is like a piece of jewelry to be kept nice and shiny!
550914
i had to research what an induction cooktop is. this pot is stainless steel so it should ok to use.
1058636
I haven't used it on induction cooktop. But pan is right balance of heavy weight without being clumsy and easy to clean. Cooks evenly on regular electric burner. Hope that helps.
1304215
Most Calphalon stainless steel, as well as all Calphalon pre-seasoned cast iron and enamel cast iron cookware, will work on induction cooktops. If you're not sure if your stainless steel cookware is induction capable, turn it over and check the bottom. Induction-capable Calphalon cookware is clearly marked. You can also check compatibility with a simple magnet; if it sticks to the bottom of the pan, you can use it to cook on an induction cooktop.
1110665
It is stainless steel construction. It will only work if a magnet will stick well to the bottom of the pan which indicates a substantial amount of iron content. I just checked and the magnet sticks real well so the answer is yes it will work on an induction cook top stove. I do not have an induction cook stove but I looked up the answer on Google and I gave the Bayou Pot the magnet test and it passed.
62737
I don't personally have an induction cooktop, so I can't say how well this pot would work with one. However, according to the literature, it is induction cooking ready with a built-in iron disc on the bottom. I can confirm the presence of a nicely flat, heavy disc on the bottom of the pot.
1033213
I do not know what an induction stove is, so I won't be of any help to you. I do know that this pot does not have a magnetic bottom. It is ceramic over steel.