Is this set magnetic to use with an induction cook top? just bought a stainless steel one and it is not magnetic.
1067240
I got rid of the set because it wasn't easy to clean. Also, you have to use a lot of oil to keep food from sticking.
1067241
I do not believe this set is magnetic. I saw nothing to that effect in the literature that came with it. I have only used it on the stove top, although I believe it can go in the oven up to 350 degrees.
1067242
Check the set offered at Bed bath and Beyond. I believe that Farberware set gas induction ready pieces = not the fry pans, though.
1935584
I can stick a fridge magnet to the bottom of mine. Also, I have used it on an induction burner. Of course, that's the bottom, not the inner. The inner isn't the cooking part that needs to be magnetic for induction. The inner is surgical stainless steel.
501297
No, induction cookware only works with iron cookware...and maybe some stainless steel. I purchased several pieces of ceramic coated iron cookware to use with my induction cooktop.
1249137
I don't think so. I believe a magnet must stick to the bottom in order to work on an induction cooktop. A magnet does not stick to my Paula Deen cookware. However it is very nice cookware for conventional stoves.
814061
It's stainless steel which is magnetic and induction cooking uses magnetism, though I don't know exactly how that works. Other stainless steel pots would probably work, but I bought these because I knew they were made to work with induction, and that the metal wouldn't be mixed or layered with something that wouldn't work as well. You could sure try your regular stainless steel pots first, though, if you have them. If the pot isn't pure stainless steel it wouldn't work, either not at all or not as well, depending on its composition. The answer below is a more scientific answer!
138630
Yes, magnets will stick to the bottom of these pans. They're not remarkably firm sticking, but they hold their own weight. I have not tried it on an induction cooktop, but it should theoretically work. ;)
1317212
The post states that it is Stainless Steel. Stainless is NOT magnetic, I just checked it myself with a magnet on my cookware marked stainless steel. good luck
910352
Wikipedia says that stainless steel pans will work on an induction cooking surface if the base of the pan is a magnetic grade of stainless steel. I tested this pot with a refrigerator magnet and it did not stick. Based on that, I think that this pot is not usable on an induction cooktop. None of the literature that came with the pot made mention of an induction cooktop.
1177784
I use it on my GE radiant cooktop which is different from an induction. I went to a GE site where it said the pan would need to have some iron in the bottom to work on an induction cooktop. This pan will not let a magnet stick to it (the test for iron content). http://www.geappliances.com/products/introductions/induction_cooktops/how.htm
890658
I just checked and magnets do NOT stick to this pot. Unfortunately I don't have an induction stove to check if it works. But, as others have noted, it is designed to pour water into it anyway.EDIT: Some of the comments made me look it up. Stainless steel can be magnetic or non-magnetic; it depends on the exact composition of the steel.
844826
Hmmm-- I don't know if it can be used on an induction cooker, whatever that is. The bottom is not magnetic though. I bought it because it was non teflon. I had to bite the bullet because of the price, but am glad I did. It is sturdy enough and I use it all the time, but only for poached eggs. I found it disappointing that there were so few similar offerings in stainless steel.
550085
No, no, no. Most stainless cookware will not work on induction ranges that require pans to be magnetic. If a magnet sticks to the bottom of the pan it indicates induction compatibility. All cast iron qualifies. If a stainless steel, ceramic or other pan qualifies, the manufacturer will surely proclaim that feature.
1584851
they are not magnetic. and the commercials on tv about the induction cook top mentions their pots being magnetic. so I wouldn't think they are. I just noticed them mentioning magnetic bottoms on the last commercial I saw.
1524836
Must use stainless that is magnetic.most stainless is not. 18/12 stainless (most common) is not 20/14? Is. Most cookware is not usable on induction. Those that are are usually clearly noted. When shopping take a magnet. If it sticks to the cookware it will work
1575114
No, this cookware is not compatible with induction cooking. A magnet will not help. There is a symbol on the bottom on the cookware that looks like loops that is exclusive to cookware made for induction cooking. You can go on line to see what this symbol looks like. If the symbol is not there, then the cookware is not made for induction cooking.
2026429
dear amazonian: i have no idea if this set is compatible with other induction cook tops since the only one i've ever owned is the nu wave pic. magnet does stick strongly to the bottom. there are lids to fit all but the frying pan. the sautee pan top will fit but sinks down in the large fry pan. the lid for the bigger sauce pan also fits the small fry pan. hope this helps.
1536595
The only cookware that can be used on an Induction cook top is ones that can be magnetized. Get a small magnet and test the bottom of the ones you already have. If you don't have enough, take the magnet with you when you shop. Some pans already say induction ready on the bottom. Hope this helps.