Empura Countertop Induction Range

What should you look for in countertop induction ranges?

Check the electrical rating, pan-size requirements, load limits, controls, and ventilation space around the unit. Match the cooking position to your menu and counter space. Even a compact range needs a stable surface and the clearances in its instructions.

Empura's ECI1800 is a 17-inch single-hob model with sensor touch controls and a listed temperature-setting range of 120°F to 450°F. It has a black micro-crystal ceramic glass top, stainless steel body, timer, pan sensor, safety lock, and overheating and overvoltage protection. Use a food thermometer to check food temperatures. An electric griddle cooks directly on a heated plate, while countertop food warmers hold prepared food. Induction heats food through compatible cookware.

Who uses countertop induction ranges?

• Restaurants
• Hotels
• Bars
• Catering Operations
• Schools
• Healthcare Facilities
• Cafeterias

Frequently asked questions about countertop induction ranges

What cookware works on an induction range?
Cookware with a magnetic, flat base. NYSERDA's induction guide says induction works with cookware a magnet sticks to. Also check the pan dimensions the range manufacturer allows.

Is induction the same as a conventional electric hot plate?
They heat differently. A hot plate passes heat from a heated element into the pan, while induction generates heat in compatible cookware through an electromagnetic field.

Does the glass top stay cool during cooking?
A hot pan transfers heat back to the glass, so the surface can be hot even after induction heating stops. Let it cool before cleaning.

Does a countertop induction range remove the need for a hood?
Grease, smoke, and vapor from cooking can still call for exhaust. Requirements depend on the menu, the appliance listing, the installation, and local rules.

What power does the ECI1800 need?
The voltage, amperage, plug type, and circuit requirements are printed on its rating plate and in the product documentation. Match those to your outlet and circuit before installing, rather than assuming a standard household outlet will do.