Does anyone know what the temperature limit of this product is? I wanted to use it on a cast iron stove, but don't want it to just melt off. Thank you
1890212
I am not sure. I have used it to paint the drip pans under my stove burners, but that doesn't get as hot as the oven. Although I did paint a BBQ and it peeled off after a couple of uses. I know they make a product for cars - look into that one.
1890213
http://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/industrial-brands/high-performance/spray-paint/v2100-system-rust-reformer/
1879217
I do not believe this is safe to use on a very hot surface. this is just a cover to put over burners when NOT in use.
228450
It's very safe at 350, which is the only temp I've used it at. Sorry if this doesn't help, you might try the manufacturer.
678581
Possibly ask the manufacturer? I know this is months late and I apologize for neglecting the email. I don't think it is a terribly high temp, but I wouldn't touch it with bare skin. It melted the stencil material that I bought to use with it just fine; I'm thinking it's in the ballpark temperature of a wood-burning pen, but I don't know how many degrees that is.
312447
This is supposed to be good for up to 450 degrees so my guess is it would stand up fine to heat. Also, since it is to touch up a stove or other appliance, it should be fine for washing.
1750016
I put it on the stove on low till it melts, just test it first make sure it's not too hot,
280613
Don't have the exact temperature but remember that it is close to 500 degrees (I have used it on items heated to 450 and it was fine).
976237
Lodge cast iron can handle a sustained 500 Fahrenheit degrees and more. The melting point of cast iron is 2150 degrees Fahrenheit. What are you cooking that needs this temperature?
21417
That's probably ok. I ended up ruining mine be repeatedly heating it without anything in it (I kept getting the burner knobs mixed up). Eventually the enamel coating popped off the iron core. So there is some temperature sensitivity in the enamel coating. Granted, I was stupid. I should have been more careful. :(
1739559
I don't know if you have purchased already but my overheated so much I don't use it. I called to have it replaced which they did and still generates so much heat I don't use this one either. I have a cover that comes down to cover my burners in the stove and that is the only place I can use it with confidence that it will not burn anything around it. Be careful. jfkflyguy-Dan
1074462
Cast iron can withstand temperatures to 500 degrees easily. However, any metal that hot has a degree of expansion; therefore, when you remove it from the oven, place it on the stovetop or a rack and allow to cool a while before placing in water. Otherwise you run the risk of cracking the pan by forcing it to contract too quickly. (Hardly ever happens, but you don't want it to happen to yours.) Also, before you use your pan, season it. Give it a wash in warm water with a small bit of dish soap. then towl dry. Add 1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil and place in a preheated 275 oven for 30 minutes. Remove to stovetop and allow to cool before you discard the oil. Finally, wipe out oil with a lint-free cloth and return to oven for 10 minutes more. then, each time you use it, clean it by swishing with warm soapy water and then rinse well. Wipe dry then finish the drying process by heating on burner for 30 seconds. This way your pan will last forever. Every once in a while I will rub a tablespoon of oil into it before I finish dry it on the stove. Helps prevent sticking. I bake, broil, saute, and grill in mine. I even make soups and sauces in them. My kids especially remember the "Pilgrim Cake" I would bake in my 10" pan. I use a basic two-egg cake recipe and pour the batter into a butter-coated skillet and bake it for 35-40 min at 350. [Also, invest in thick pot holders: this pan gets hot.]
1186690
I've used mine for several batches on a glass top, which I felt were successes. Just don't slide it around and keep a close eye on the temperature (once it gets hot it's too hot and needs turned down). I suspect the temperature thing is with the cast iron, though, and not the cooktop.
1536810
Well if we are talking just flame, probably. I use a gas stove. Sitting on coals I'd worry a bit. The inner pan is pretty thin so over a very hot fire it will probably scortch the food. The outer pot has a heat sink in the bottom not sure what the melting temp is etc. I'd contact the company and ask them to be sure it can be used that way, but I don't see why over a small fire it would pose any problems.
2027753
I don't know about 500 degrees? We have only put into over about 400 max! It's cast iron, but maybe should call maker?
1566022
I think it is rated by Pyrex to be safe up to 500* Fahrenheit. Check with Pyrex website to be sure. Just be sure not to remove from oven & set down on granite countertop. It will explode!
169789
I'm no expert, but I think it would melt if it were close to the heat source, such as on a wall heater. It is made of very thin plastic. I wouldn't risk it.
1314848
Hi John,I use this on a very hot (650 degrees) gas grill. Absolutely no problem. Make sure you preheat for 20 minutes or more. This stone is so thick, hence its strength and heat retention, that it takes a while to heat all the way through. I would not cool it down rapidly however, after using it. Just leave it in the grill or oven and allow it to cool as the temperature loweres on its own. I hope this helps.Frank