Is this set 18/10 Stainless Steel? And, What is the difference between 'INDUCTION READY' and induction cookware?
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I don't know the technical specs, but these pans all work great on my Nuwave induction cooktop. It's really great how quickly you can cook food with this method.
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I ordered this set and used it on my induction cooktop. All of the pots/pans worked fine.
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Yes stainless. Manufacturers now mark the bottom of the cookware with an icon to indicate that it is induction ready. Any pot or pan that will hold a magnet on the bottom is suitable. Some stainles steel is ferrous (magnetic) and some is not.
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18/10 weight refers to the nickel content of the stainless steel. 18/10 will not rust unlike 18/0 stainless that will rust if not cared for properly. 18/10 is not magnetic, whole 18/0 is. Induction cooking refers to cooking without heating the pan or pot, only the contents. Since aluminum cookware does not contain any steel, they will not work, the unit will shut down,
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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.
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If it's magnetic, then it's NOT 18/10 stainless, as the description claims. According to metallurgists, only lesser grades of stainless are magnetic, due to the percentage of chromium,nickel, and molybdenum that makes up 18/10 Stainless Steel.
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Short answer: No. Longer answer/reason: Induction cooking requires "ferromagnetic" (iron-based magnetic) cookware. Stainless steel 18/10 is iron-based, because the alloy is based on steel, but the numbers "18/10" refer to 18% chromium and 10% nickel in the alloy. Adding chromium makes it "stainless" and adding nickel makes it nonmagnetic. "Stainless steel 18/0" is magnetic (because it contains no nickel) and will work on an induction cooktop, but 18/10 is a much better grade of stainless steel. Some cookware is "stainless steel clad," meaning the stainless steel covers both sides of a different metal on the bottom. The bottom of this pot has an aluminum "core," which means the stainless steel is "clad" over a disk of aluminum. Aluminum is used on the bottom because it transfers heat much better than stainless steel, but since it is also nonmagnetic, it will not make it "induction ready." Some stainless steel clad cookware has a "core" of regular steel, which is magnetic, and those would be able to be used on an induction cooktop. For example, this one specifically states "induction ready": http://www.webstaurantstore.com/8-qt-stainless-steel-clad-double-boiler/922SDB8.html?utm_source=Amazon In general, if a magnet sticks to the bottom of a pot, it can be used on an induction cooktop; if it doesn't, it can't. Comment on other responses: Why are people who don't know the answer to a question compelled to "answer" the question with "I don't know" or worse, "I have no idea what you're talking about"? MILLIONS of people don't know the answer to the question, but you don't see them all of THEM chiming in with "I don't know," do you? Clue: If you don't know the answer to a question, simply DON'T RESPOND. Posting a nonsensical response does not help the questioner, and you're only broadcasting to the world how ignorant you are!
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Sorry, but I just tested this set with a magnet and it is NOT induction friendly. Cuisinart's fully clad pans may be, but this wedge-bottom set is not.
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I believe it is 18/10 gauge. It is heavy stainless steel the aluminum clad bottom for even heat disbursement while cooking. It is very nice stainless cookware for the price.
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If I understand it correctly, induction cookware must be able to "stick" with magnets. I just went and stuck a magnet on it and it "stuck" so if that is what you are asking then, yes, it is induction. I hope this answers your question.
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No it is not. The pan is all aluminum and so will not work for induction cooking.
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These are 100% stainless steel, does that qualify as induction ready? Just in case you didn't check back, 8 psi.
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I have no idea what an induction cooktop is, I have a gas range, I have always had a gas range. The set works fine on my range.
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It is NOT! Keep in mind 18/0 will rust almost immediately.. hense why so cheap. Always get 18/10 in whatever silverware you get!!
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The larger 20-qt stock pot by this same manufacturer and sold under the same "Professional Commercial Grade" description (http://www.amazon.com/Professional-Commercial-Stainless-Induction-Certified/dp/B003HMH60K/ref=pd_bxgy_k_img_y) is noted as being 18/8 stainless. While not proof that this one is, perhaps it's a safe bet for your purposes.
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No they are not, the base of the pans from the set are thicker, this just have a thinner coating. I havent gotten my induction cooktop yet, so cant tell if they work
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I believe the outer layer is 18/0 and the inner is 18/10. Using a magnet, you can feel the difference. The 18/0 is needed to allow induction use.
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I contacted Farberware about product 70755 and here is their answer:"Yes we manufacture are stainless steel to be 18/0 so it can be induction stovetop suitable."
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There are different types of 304 Stainless and they are usually 18/8 type but can be found in higher grades but most "commercial grade"cookware is this or better. For induction cooking purposes simply determine if a magnet will be attracted to it . . The better the stainless the less effective it is as induction cookware but as far as it being "stainless" or not....I find that the term really means .. Stain less..... Not stain free....no matter how high the grade! For the most part, only a welder would care about the grade to determine the kind of filler rod to be making his weld with. There are different types of 304 Stainless and they are usually 18/8 type but can be found in higher grades but most "commercial grade"cookware is this or better. For induction cooking purposes simply determine if a magnet will be attracted to it . . The better the stainless the less effective it is as induction cookware but as far as it being "stainless" or not....I find that the term really means .. Stain less..... Not stain free....no matter how high the grade! For the most part, only a welder would care about the grade to determine the kind of filler rod to be making... » Read More There are different types of 304 Stainless and they are usually 18/8 type but can be found in higher grades but most "commercial grade"cookware is this or better. For induction cooking purposes simply determine if a magnet will be attracted to it . . The better the stainless the less effective it is as induction cookware but as far as it being "stainless" or not....I find that the term really means .. Stain less..... Not stain free....no matter how high the grade! For the most part, only a welder would care about the grade to determine the kind of filler rod to be making his weld with. « Show Less