I want to use this with a castiron skillet... would that be ok?
1510537
Cast iron + simmer mat = A True Simmer!!! This works so good with cast iron, that I have more cast iron pots and pans on my Christmas list this year!!
1510538
Yes, it has two sides that work depending on whether you have gas, electric or ceramic....
1510539
I don't see any reason why you couldn't, but if you are starting the cast iron directly on the diffuser it may take quite a while to heat up.
353339
I've done it and it works just fine, the only negative factors are the size (ie, I don't have a 14-inch skillet) , and it's a little unwieldy when the pan handle is flush against the level of the oven rack. The two handles on this pan are nice.
2006524
Hmm, never thought of that. My first thought was to say it would not be good for the smooth top, but I have a smooth top range and cook high temperatures in my regular cast iron skillets as well as my enameled cast iron cookware. Given that, I think it would be okay up to medium high. I wouldn't push it until you tried it out first!
1692935
Probably not. I have a large cast iron skillet and I wouldn't try hanging it on the pot rack. Anything aluminum is ok.
1856760
Yes. I'm using a Lodge 10" skillet. The screen's diameter extends well over the edges.
2257528
I have two very large (14" and 12") very heavy stainless pans hanging from one hook without any stress whatsoever. I'm sure a large cast iron would be ok.
1078591
I used a 12-inch cast iron skillet with no problems, after ensuring the support post was securely in the ground.
617535
I almost exclusively use cast iron and have had no problem. I love my cast iron and they work great on this.
2204074
it might, its very well built, but I don't have cast iron skillets. I opted to buy toggle bolts with a 75 pound capacity, but I would ask the make of this unit to see if he thinks it would. Good luck
2018697
It should work fine. Mine is a 1250 watt Faberware and it works like a new skillet.
2083674
Sorry I can't help you. I bought it to go with a salad master elec. skillet. Best of luck to you.
1892676
I believe it should work just fine. Just watch your temp at first until you very familiar with the pan
1382278
The first thing I would do is to get a wire brush attachment for your drill, and use it to remove all the stuff on the inside of the pan. After you do that, you will need to re-season the pan- Google "how to reseason a cast iron skillet" and follow the instructions. Now your skillet is ready to use! After you cook with your refurbished skillet, you will use the chain mail scrubber to keep it clean. It is a great scrubber and you will be glad you bought it.
585143
I wouldn't suggest it. There is a small ridge on the bottom and this is a very large skillet! I would be afraid of dropping it and cracking the glass.
1104099
I wouldn't. The total weight of that cast iron might bend the shaft. Plus the shank isn't deep enough and it might topple over. I love this item but it's not meant for a Dutch oven.
1439122
I am not 100% sure but, I would think you can. If you can pick up a HOT rack, I'm sure a cast iron pot wouldn't harm it.
595503
You can, but there is no lip so grease would just run off the sides. I use cast iron skillets on my grill for meat.