Vollrath often has Z, S, and H models (different nonstick coatings?) which one is most durable for scratching, dishwasher, acidic foods etc.?
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Mine is ceramic coated black maybe z. I hand wash and use wood/plastic tools and it is still non stick enough for eggs and fish for a year after that I then start using them for harder things like caramelizing onions and with acids and they usually last another few years as a mostly non stick surface. I would highly rate them!
1473908
I don't remember which model I had. I got rid of the pan soon after I got because maple syrup stuck to the surface and I could not remove it. I definitely would not recommend this brand.
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Vollrath has 4 commercial coatings. CeramiGuard II, SteelCoat X3, PowerCoat2, and Hardcoat II. There are no Z,S, or H models. The newest, longest lasting, and best performing is the CeramiGuard II coating. Any commercial nonstick pan is dishwasher safe as long as the aluminum is not hard anodized.
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I didn't realize there were different coatings, so I can't really answer your question. But, I've used this pan probably 4-6 times a week for 3 months. I stack it with other pans on top and I can say even though I use non-metallic tools, my husband is not as good about it and the coating still looks pristine.
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The nonstick surface appears to be much more durable than the earlier Teflon, but I wouldn't recommend using metal. Use wood or plastic.
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This pan is ceramic. It is the hardest ceramic coating Volrath make, they make two lesser coatings, plus a Teflon one and some metal ones. Go to this source for more info on Volrath pans. http://www.webstaurantstore.com/search/volrath-4010.html The Z4010 is ceramic the S4010 is Teflon. You could not use metal utensils as the description on this pan allows if it was Teflon. I have several of these CeramiGard II Volrath skillets from Webstaurantsrore.com and love them. I always get the CeramiGard II due to its better performance, and the rivets are also coated on riveted pans. For what it's worth the handle is oven safe to 450 degrees. Tom This pan is ceramic. It is the hardest ceramic coating Volrath make, they make two lesser coatings, plus a Teflon one and some metal ones. Go to this source for more info on Volrath pans. http://www.webstaurantstore.com/search/volrath-4010.html The Z4010 is ceramic the S4010 is Teflon. You could not use metal utensils as the description on this pan allows if it was Teflon. I have several of these CeramiGard II Volrath skillets from Webstaurantsrore.com and love them. I always get the CeramiGard II due to its better performance, and the rivets are also coated on riveted pans. For what... » Read More This pan is ceramic. It is the hardest ceramic coating Volrath make, they make two lesser coatings, plus a Teflon one and some metal ones. Go to this source for more info on Volrath pans. http://www.webstaurantstore.com/search/volrath-4010.html The Z4010 is ceramic the S4010 is Teflon. You could not use metal utensils as the description on this pan allows if it was Teflon. I have several of these CeramiGard II Volrath skillets from Webstaurantsrore.com and love them. I always get the CeramiGard II due to its better performance, and the rivets are also coated on riveted pans. For what it's worth the handle is oven safe to 450 degrees. Tom « Show Less
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The correct answer is yes. From the item description on the Vollrath site - "S5220 coated with non-stick SteelCoat X3™ (made without PFOA) for easy food release and cleaning".
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I thought I had read somewhere else also that it is aluminized steel but I can't find that reference. At first Cuisenart customer service, when I complained about the persistent burn-off smell told me it was because the ovens are coated with a nonstick Teflon-like material, but when I mentioned that I heard that model used aluminized steel he said he forgot, that model does. But it is highly suspicious. They claim anything that touches the food is BPA-free, but that would not include the nonstick interior. The question of the nature of the interior coatng was asked on a website for a large retail chain that seems to pride itself on offering ptfe/pfoa free cookware. Four days ago their customer service staff posted the following answer to the question which was posted three weeks prior (it's interesting that 3 different previous questions were answered directly by Cuisinart, but this one was from the retailer's customer service staff): "This Cuisinart Chef's Convection Toaster Oven's interior has a non-toxic heat resistance Xylan coating that meets and exceeds food safety regulations. STAFF" Xylan is similar to Teflon. Here is an interesting website that describes various coatings and their manufactures. There are nonstick coatings that are at least twice as good as Xylan, but is seems they are used for the better cookware. http://www.thecookwareadvisor.com/what-do-you-mean-its-not-teflon/ 7. Manufacturer: Whitford Brand name of non-stick coating: Xylan Popular Brands that use it: Joyce Chen woks, Helen Chen woks About the coating: For the budget cookware. Company gives it a 4-6 out of 10 rating.
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I have had mine for years as well and the markings have held up too. Mine have been in dishwasher and microwave. We have lived in the country with very hard water that we treated with a professional water softener. We just moved back to the city and are now on city water. Still holding up well. AH measure cups pour great compared to Pyrex which always dribble out.
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I've had mine for 16 years! I cook every day and I've never put them in the dishwasher. I am now looking for a replacement. The coating disappeared from the bottom of my favorite used ones..probably had something stick and left on for too many days (scrubbed the heck out of it).... the coating wore out in about 10 years (but I still use.) Still cooks great, but I want some new ones for the non-stick coating.
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I have pieces from both lines, and love them both! The insides are about identical, with a super smooth stainless finish that nothing (and I mean nothing!) has ever stuck to for me. These are great for sauce. The Unlimited has a darker (non-stainless) exterior that does not show water spots, fingerprints, etc. But that is about the only difference I've found. They both cook the same, with no hot spots. And both go through the dishwasher just fine.
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Manufacturer: DuPontBrand name of non-stick coating: Autograph 2Popular Brands that use it: Circulon Hard Anodized, Anolon Hard Anodized About the coating: DuPont's top of the line non-stick coating, designed for ultra durable performance and non-stick release.
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light weight compared to my other pans. Durable and I really use them frequently
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I haven't found them to be any more durable than other non-stick pans. Although they advertise that you can use metal utensils, I found that they scratched easily, and then lost their non-stick surface. I think we were conned into thinking that they are better quality because they are Danish, but I definitely haven't found that to be the case!
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Yes, Scan Pan makes the best nonstick cookware I've ever used, I have had several different sizes for 5+ years and they are all still unscarred and nonstick. I mostly use plastic utensils to help maintain the finish, but they are tougher than average nonstick finishes.
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I've had it for 3 years and use it about once a week. No problems with the non stick coating.
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FULL LIFETIME WARRANTY! I actually had to test that when a new pan arrived with defective coating. I paid for shipping it to them, then received a new replacement about 2 weeks later. I was impressed. Good cookware for the price. Use a dish sponge esp made for non-stick pads ( the blue ones).
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Stainless steel needs no coating. Hard surface keeps stuff from sticking. Unlike PTFE(Teflon) surfaces, no odd chemicals leach into food. More durable but slightly less nonstick than PTFE
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The nonstick has been durable for the time we have used it. Not sure what it is but the pans are a good quzlity
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We've been using Scanpan for years and they are definitely scratch resistant and non-stick. We have been so pleased that we've added to our Scanpan collection!