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Color | Black |
Material | Glass, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene |
Special Feature | Electric |
Brand | duxtop |
Heating Elements | 1 |
Product Dimensions | 12.7"D x 16.3"W x 3.8"H |
Wattage | 2100 watts |
Controls Type | Push Button |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Burner type | Induction |
About this item
- PORTABLE INDUCTION BURNER Duxtop induction cooktop uses 120V 15 amp electrical outlet–standard in all North American homes. ETL listed and built to North American electrical standards. Lightweight, portable induction cooktop makes handling and storage easy. Perfect for dorm rooms, home kitchens, backyard cooking, RVs, boats, etc.
- HIGH EFFICIENCY Choose from 15 preset power levels 200W to 1800W and 15 preset temperature level settings 140 F to 460 F. With an 83 percentage energy efficiency rating, induction cooker is more efficient than traditional gas or electric stoves yet provides quick heat-up and faster cooking times
- EASY TO CLEAN & VIEW With no open flame or heating element, food does not burn on the oversized glass cooktop, making the induction burner easy to clean just wipe with a damp towel. The angle control panel with a large display screen, providing easy viewing, even from a distance.
- REQUIRES INDUCTION READY COOKWARE Induction stoves rely on cookware to heat, so it’s essential to choose magnetic bottom cookware with a minimum diameter of 5 inches. The auto-pan detection will shut the unit off automatically after 60 seconds if no cookware, or the incorrect cookware is detected.
- 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Please allow the induction hot plate to cool down before cleaning. If you have any questions with our product, please feel free to contact our customer service.
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Product Description
Induction cooktop - 1800-Watt Portable Countertop Burner
Features:
• Digital control panel and LED display for easy control and viewing.
• Built-in count-down digital timer up to 170 minutes.
• 15 power levels from 200 to 1800 Watts; 15 temperature settings from 140℉ to 460℉.
• Lightweight and compact for easy handling and storage.
• Safety features include auto-pan detection, over-heat protection w/diagnostic error message system, low and high voltage warning system.
• 120V/60Hz 15 amps - standard in all homes.
• Compatible with Duxtop and other induction ready cookware such as: enameled iron, stainless steel with a magnetic bottom, or cast iron.
Why do you choose Duxtop induction cooktop?
✔Elegant and modern design complements any decor and adds style to any kitchen.
✔Built-in digital timer shuts off automatically compared with gas stoves.
✔With an 83% energy efficiency and 1800 watts, duxtop cooktop are almost 50% more powerful than gas stoves.
✔With no open flame or hot cooking element, spills will not burn or stick to the cooktop surface. Easy to clean.
✔The induction process produces heat only within the cookware, it is more energy-efficient and safer than electric or gas burners.
Tips: The rule of thumb for selecting cookware is, if a magnet sticks to the cookware bottom, the cookware will work on your duxtop induction cooktop. Please ensure your cookware bottom is made of a ferrous magnetic material, otherwise the cooktop may not operate(displays “E0” error code).
About Secura
SECURA is one of the leading North American small appliance manufacturer. Our products are sold under the SECURA and Duxtop brands. We have sold well over 8,000,000 units in the USA and continue to add our product line at an aggressive pace.
SECURA is proud to bring you high quality products in the kitchen, health and beauty and fitness areas. Our products are focused on ease of use, high quality material, ergonomic design and affordability.
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Power Levels | 15 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Temperature Levels | 15 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Temperature Range | 140℉~460℉ | 140℉~460℉ | 140℉~460℉ | 100℉~460℉ | 100℉~460℉ | 100℉~460℉ |
Output Power | 1800 Watts | 1800 Watts | 1800 Watts | 1800 Watts | 1800 Watts | 1800 Watts |
Timer | Up to 170 Minutes | Up to 170 Minutes | Up to 170 Minutes | Up to 170 Minutes | Up to 10 Hours | Up to 10 Hours |
Lock Function | X | X | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Control Ways | Button Control | Button Control | Sensor Touch | Sensor Touch | Sensor Touch | Sensor Touch |
Boil & Keep Warm Button | X | X | X | X | ✓ | ✓ |
Dimensions | 11.4" X 14" X 2.5" | 11.4" X 13" X 2.5" | 11" X 14.2" X 2.8" | 11.6" X 14.7" X 2.2" | 11.4" X 14" X 2.5" | 12.9" X 16.5" X 4" |
Weight | 6.2 lbs | 5.8 lbs | 5.9 lbs | 8.4 lbs | 6.2 lbs | 12.4 lbs |
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Color | Black |
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Material | Glass, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene |
Special Feature | Electric |
Brand | duxtop |
Heating Elements | 1 |
Product Dimensions | 12.7"D x 16.3"W x 3.8"H |
Wattage | 2100 watts |
Controls Type | Push Button |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Burner type | Induction |
Included Components | User Manual, Induction Cooktop |
Power Source | Induction |
Item Weight | 6.2 Pounds |
Item Weight | 6.2 pounds |
Manufacturer | Duxtop |
ASIN | B00GMCAM2G |
Item model number | BT-M20B |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #10,827 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #22 in Countertop Burners |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 12, 2013 |
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Temperature Control | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Easy to clean | — | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.8 | 4.7 |
Easy to use | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Sold By | Lafraise | THE LAST STORE | Amazon.com | Pasapair Appliance US | ChangBERT-US | Amazon.com |
heating element type | Induction | Open | Induction | Radiant | Radiant | Induction |
heating elements | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
controls type | Push Button | Touch | Push Button | Touch | — | Push Button |
material | Glass, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene | Stainless Steel | Ceramic Glass | Glass | Stainless Steel, Plastic | Ceramic Glass |
power source | Induction | induction | induction | Electric | Induction | induction |
weight | 6.2 pounds | 5.91 pounds | — | 2.89 kilograms | 6.1 pounds | 6.45 pounds |
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Customers like the performance, quality and temperature control of the countertop burner. They mention that it works well, it boils water faster than a gas burner and that it's easy to use. They also appreciate the versatility, portability, ease of use, and ease of cleaning. That said, some complain about the noise level.
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Customers like the quality of the countertop burner. They say it works well for deep frying, boiling water, and stir-frying. They also say it's safe and user-friendly. Customers also mention that the power control controls work great.
"...Induction cooking, once mastered, makes it very difficult to accidentally burn food, and opens up slower/lower-temp dynamic/interactive cooking as a..." Read more
"...The item itself is very well made. Solid. Feels substantial and rugged, yet not so heavy as to be burdensome in its capacity as a portable unit...." Read more
"...In summary, these cook food great and are super user friendly...." Read more
"...It really does get the job done and it's very safe, I leave the wooden spoon on the skillet at times and I have no worry that the flames will toast..." Read more
Customers like the temperature control of the countertop burner. They mention that it heats things up fast and doesn't put off heat. They appreciate the even heating, and the ability to change the temperature without warm up. Some say that the burner produces less heat overall. They also appreciate the wide range of temperatures and the fast response time.
"...9100MC on top of any steel surface, I've found that there are no EM/RF heating effects below the 9100MC when the unit is sitting directly on top of..." Read more
"...I'm used to cooking with gas and have grown accustomed to its wide range of temperatures and fast response time...." Read more
"...That understood, these work great. They heat up fast, are easy to use, easy to clean up, and are as efficient as was our GE induction range cook top..." Read more
"...and the bread comes out very nice with a golden tan and again no scorching, unless you set the temperature too high and don't flip it regularly...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the countertop burner. They say it's much faster to cook their food, has fabulous results, and is much superior to traditional hot plates. They also appreciate the speed, even heating, and predictable heating. Some mention that thicker is better.
"...and have grown accustomed to its wide range of temperatures and fast response time...." Read more
"...The speed is nice, especially in the morning when we are struggling to get down our first cups of coffee and tea...." Read more
"...Temp changes are much faster. Only complaint is the warning you get when you lift the pan to stir the contents...." Read more
"...This is far more versatile than those, heats water as fast or faster, and lets you use your own preferred kettle/pan VS having to use the one that..." Read more
Customers like the portability of the countertop burner. They say it's easy to use and convenient for multitasking in the kitchen. They also mention that it works well and is surprisingly effective for a portable model. The unit is very light and can be taken anywhere.
"...That understood, these work great. They heat up fast, are easy to use, easy to clean up, and are as efficient as was our GE induction range cook top..." Read more
"...The unit is very light and you can take it anywhere...." Read more
"The only issue I have is the noise. It’s easy to use and has great flexibility for different cooking situations but it sounds like a freight train." Read more
"...Not to mention it's easy to use. Now I can get back on schedule with my pressure canning." Read more
Customers find the countertop burner easy to clean. They mention the smooth surfaces are easy to wipe clean, and the burner has only one small surface to clean up. Some say that the burner is fast and easy to transport.
"...They heat up fast, are easy to use, easy to clean up, and are as efficient as was our GE induction range cook top...." Read more
"...Cleanup is very simple as the top is a tempered glass and very nice done up in black...." Read more
"...The fact that it stays clean with almost no effort counts for a lot. There are smaller, lower powered units, BTW...." Read more
"...I am very grateful for the neat cleanup. It was much faster to cook my food, it didn't smell up the entire cabin and it was very easy to clean up...." Read more
Customers find the countertop burner easy to use. They say the controls are simple to use, the 1 through 10 levels are easy to handle, and the clear instructions make for quick and easy meal preparation. They also say the temperature steps are easy work with and give a lot of control. Customers also say that the timer is easy to set and helps them not burn the sausage.
"...The controls are very simple to use: select HEAT or TEMP and then the "+" or "-" keys to set either:..." Read more
"...In summary, these cook food great and are super user friendly...." Read more
"...It's simple. One button and the cooker is on...." Read more
"...The 1 through 10 levels were easy to handle, and I knew what level was appropriate for different items...." Read more
Customers find the countertop burner useful to extend their cooktop capabilities for specific tasks. They say it's easy to use and has great flexibility for different cooking situations. Some customers also say it serves as a quasi-grill and that the features are great.
"...A batch of hot water takes maybe 3 minutes. There are other functions, including temperature and a timer. They do what they are supposed to do...." Read more
"...Compatible with many cookware; just be sure to check if yours are compatible with induction...." Read more
"...Heats the water quickly.Likes- Versatile product - can certainly heat more than water with it... especially with temperature hold..." Read more
"...It’s easy to use and has great flexibility for different cooking situations but it sounds like a freight train." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the noise produced by the countertop burner. They mention that it makes a high pitched weird noise, the fan is really loud, and it emits a buzzing/whining sound. Some say that it sounds like a freight train.
"...between the metal layers, at certain power/temp settings, producing a high pitched whine that may or may not annoy you during cooking...." Read more
"...It is very quiet. There is a slight humming sound as the induction cooktop cycles on and off...." Read more
"...CONS: The fans on these things are LOUD. Again, we were used to induction, and so were used to the fans coming on with use of the oven and burners...." Read more
"...There is a little noise. I think it's louder than the microwave, and it runs for a minute or so after you turn it off...." Read more
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In order to maintain temperature control, in temperature mode operation, induction cookers have to cycle on and off in order to "hover" around any target temperature. One difference between lesser & better induction cooktops is how much power (actual Watts) is being cycled for any given temperature target. 5 seconds of 1800 Watts/pulse is going to be more energy violent (to whatever is being heated) than 30 seconds of 300 Watts/pulse, even though these two pulses represent the same amount of total power.
The 9100MC uses a wider range of Watts/pulse across the range of supported temperature targets than other induction cooktops, so cooking should be gentler across the lower temperature targets. there's a table in the printed manual breaking this all out.
In power level mode, I did not notice much power cycling above power level 2.5 (=500W) per power setting, indicating that the 9100MC is providing a more even/continuous flow of power to the induction coils, at each power setting, rather than pulsing fewer fixed power flows across a range of given power settings. I did not test this with an ammeter, but rather by using an IR temperature gun, aimed inside the cookware in use, and observing how water heats at different power levels.
The type and quality of induction cookware is going to make a big difference in how any induction cooktop is going to perform. Aside from the magnet test, pure steel is a relatively poor conductor of heat, such that cheap steel pans are going to experience high initial temperature overshoots, in target temperature mode, and actual ring shaped hotspots on the cooking surface side over the course of any prolonged cooking, whether by power level or target temperature.
The initial target temperature overshoots occur inside the cookware because the cooktop's temperature sensor is beneath the cooktop's glass surface and NOT inside the actual cookware. There is always going to be a time lag before the heat, reflecting back from the bottom of the cookware, registers with the cooktop's temperature sensor. It is during that initial temp sensor time lag that temperature overshoots can happen INSIDE the cookware (sometimes momentarily exceeding 500F, depending on the pot/pan). Any induction cookware that exhibits ringed hotspots while cooking is going to be VERY PROBLEMATIC for target temperature cooking on ANY induction cooktop, not just the 9100MC.
Cast iron cookware can tend to even out the ringed hotspot effect seen with cheap pure steel cookware, but cast iron is generally on the heavy side and can present other cooking issues.
What I've chosen to begin collecting for induction cooking is fully bonded, "tri-clad," 18-0 stainless steel (exterior)/full-core 3004 aluminum/18-8 stainless steel(interior) cookware. The 18-0 steel exterior is the induction layer, delivering heat directly to the aluminum core. The 3004 aluminum core rapidly distributes the heat all across the bottom and sides of the cookware, eliminating the ringed hotspot problem. The 18-8 stainless steel interior provides the non-chemically reactive cooking surface. I've really come to admire Vollrath's Tribute line of pots and pans as a result. These Vollrath post/pans have completely flat bottoms, which is also a huge plus for induction cooking. High quality, tri-clad cookware, with excellent heat distribution across the entire cook surface, is a must for accurate, target-temperature-based cooking.
Even slightly warped induction cookware, no matter what its composition, is going to produce very uneven heating/cooking performance (which you may or may not want).
Partially or non-fully bonded tri-clad cookware can vibrate, between the metal layers, at certain power/temp settings, producing a high pitched whine that may or may not annoy you during cooking. That's because the different metal layers are vibrating against one another, as a direct consequence of the induction process, and ANY air gaps/hollows between layers can then generate audible noise, which will vary from pan to pan. Generally speaking, the higher the power level, the more vibration and the greater chance that there will be a high-pitched whine.
I will never use any external steel heat diffusers in an attempt to "adapt" non-magnetic cookware for induction cooking. First, an all-steel diffuser is guaranteed to create ringed hotspots, because steel is a poor conductor of heat, making target temp cooking very problematic. Any induction diffuser essentially turns the highly power efficient induction cooktop, back into a far less efficient, radiant heat hotplate. If I wanted to cook on a hot plate, I would've used a hot plate to begin with. Induction diffusers make no sense to me, but you can always find someone who'll sell one to you.
I also took the following dB sound measurements, 3' from the front of each appliance while running:
DUXTOP 9100MC = 46-48dB
Panasonic 1100W microwave oven = 48-55dB
Kenmore refrigerator = 40-43dB
ambient kitchen = 7-13dB (from the center of kitchen, with no motors running)
So, the 9100MC is louder than the fridge, but quieter than the microwave. Subjectively, the 9100MC is not too noisy for me. but your own dB readings may vary (depending on the physical condition of your cooling fan/appliances) and everyone is entitled to their sonic preferences.
I like the fact that the 9100MC gives audible and visual cues that it is energized and/or cooking. Total silence in operation would be an unwelcomed and dangerous way to go.
When not in use, I completely unplug the 9100MC from AC power. When the 9100MC is in use, I make sure that no other appliances on the same circuit (not just the same plug) are ever in concurrent use, 1800W is 1800W.
One thing that surprised me when using my older cookware from gas cooking days, on the 9100MC, was the amount of white, waxy build-up that would suddenly appear on the 9100MC's glass cooktop. It turns out that thin oil residue/skin, that builds up over time from radiant heat cooking, on the outside/bottom of cookware (no matter how "clean" it may look to the eye), gets literally boiled off of the cookware, by induction heating, depositing a cloudy "wax" on the cooktop's glass. In order to remove this waxy boil-off and restore the original beauty of the 9100MC cooktop, I used a fish-oil based, light machine oil, as a solvent, a microfiber cloth and the requisite elbow grease.
Even though the printed manual says not to place the 9100MC on top of any steel surface, I've found that there are no EM/RF heating effects below the 9100MC when the unit is sitting directly on top of a steel cooking cart or on top of a steel wire rack.
The angled control panel is a big plus. There is no way for a pot/pan to damage the panel from direct "hot" contact while on the cooktop surface. I also have faith that the plastic-film covered blister-style control buttons are durable enough for my needs and actually prefer them over "touch" sensor controls. I want the tactile sense that a button has been pressed.
The two things most likely to fail, IMO, are the induction coil cooling fan and the glass cooktop. While I have no intention of abusing my 9100MC, I have no idea what kind of bearing system the fan uses (ball bearings=best, sleeve bearing=worst). The printed manual also says the unit cannot support more than 25lbs total load. So, I bit the bullet and purchased a multi-year asurion/Canopy protection policy, as either of these failures would be total showstoppers.
The only modification that I made to the 9100MC is to add an air intake filter to the exterior of the case opening for the induction coil cooling fan. I did this to reduce the odds that lint/dust/oil vapor will be sucked inside the case by the fan, without impeding airflow. The filter is made from soft screen material designed for use with overhead cooking exhaust fans and is held in place by a frame of painter's tape.
Induction cooking has it's own learning curve. I'm finding that power-level cooking is more useful and successful than target temperature cooking for dynamic, hands on cooking. I never start a "cold" pan in target temperature mode, in order to reduce the risk of initial temperature overshoots. I use an IR temp gun to learn how different pots/pans perform on the induction cooktop. I find the 9100MC's wider variety of power and target temp settings, in the low and medium ranges, are very useful and sufficiently granular for my cooking needs -- along with understanding how my different pots/pans actually perform.
I have no need for the 9100MC to have a 212F target temp setting. I live at sea level. If I want 212F, then I cook in boiling water or with atmospheric steam and let the water/steam control 212F. Or, I will use a convection oven set to 212F. I do want very even heating/energy delivery at whatever setting I pick and the 9100MC delivers that in spades. Induction cooking, once mastered, makes it very difficult to accidentally burn food, and opens up slower/lower-temp dynamic/interactive cooking as a whole new world to explore.
As far as Lafraise is concerned, I have no complaints. I will say that Amazon shipping did not do a first class job of packaging the retail 9100MC box for shipping. The Amazon box was holed in transit and there was inadequate padding inside the Amazon box, such that the retail packaging suffered a minor puncture. My 9100MC arrived undamaged and fully functional, but Amazon needs to do a better job to protect Lafraise's good reputation in the Marketplace by shipping more promptly, with better protective packaging.
I'm used to cooking with gas and have grown accustomed to its wide range of temperatures and fast response time. I'm please to say this induction cooktop meets - or even exceeds - my experience with cooking with gas.
The order was quickly and efficiently handled and I received the product far sooner than I had anticipated (your results may vary, of course). The product was indeed new in its original packaging and was well and securely packaged for shipping.
The item itself is very well made. Solid. Feels substantial and rugged, yet not so heavy as to be burdensome in its capacity as a portable unit. The bubble-membrane interface is angled nicely both for viewing and access as well as not being on the same plane as the cooking surface - I was concerned that large pots would overhang this interface, but I quickly discovered that that is not a concern. My largest stockpot is 12 qt and it sits very comfortably on the cooking surface with no overhang.
The controls are very simple to use: select HEAT or TEMP and then the "+" or "-" keys to set either:
- HEAT is on a scale from 1 to 10 in 0.5 increments. Just like the knob on a traditional gas or electric cooktop
- TEMP is on a range (seems to be in Fahrenheit only) from about 240 to 320. From what I recall from the instructions, this approximates the cooking temp inside the pot. I experimented with this for only a few minutes so I can't say with any certainty how well it works or how accurate it is.
Once you've set the heat/temp settings, you can optionally use the TIMER feature to set (in minutes) how long the unit will run. It will remain at that HEAT or TEMP setting for the duration of the timer, at which point it will shut off automatically. You can certainly change the HEAT and TEMP settings while the TIMER is running without interrupting the timer function.
I experimented with this also by bringing a large (12 qt) stock pot of water to a boil - it seemed a lot faster than my electric cooktop - putting in a whole chicken, and then simmering on low (2.0) for three hours.
At the end of the three hours, the timer shut off the unit, and beeped pleasantly to notify me. (I then immersed the chicken in cold water to stop the cooking process. It was the best poached chicken I've made).
Not having used an induction cooktop before, I was really impressed with how responsive it was to changing temperature. It is - in my estimation - at least a responsive as gas, if not a bit more responsive.
The unit does have an internal fan that remains on during most of its operation. It is very quiet. There is a slight humming sound as the induction cooktop cycles on and off. It's not loud and it's not annoying, but the unit is not completely silent.
I'm considering getting a second one and putting both onto a mobile cart for full-fledged outdoor cooking.
I would definitely recommend this product.