Induction Range top ??

One of the Moderators on the "Class C" forum put an induction unit in his motorhome and loves it from what I understand.

It's my understanding that if you have a two burner 1600 watt unit, that the two burners have to "share" that 1600 watts. In other words, if you want full power, you can only use one burner. If you use two burners, then they split the 1600 watts so that the two power setting will equal 1600 watts. So if you have the front burner using 900 watts, the back burner can only use 700 watts.

Also, I've heard that some of these induction units have a hard time "simmering".

Is any of this correct?

Ron

Yep, numerous High End 5ers are offering Induction Cook Tops as an option. We're actually looking at new units and it's high on our priority list along with Residential Fridge. Needless to say, we're not big BoonDockers.

Ropdoc wrote:
Does anyone know if they make that for RVs? :h

Almost all high-end diesel pushers are now coming in 'All Electric' versions as the standard - induction cooktop - two burners. (No propane at all - AquaHot, and residential fridge)

I saw two 5ers at two state samboree's this fall with 'All Electric' also.

They are coming to the trailer market - you might be a little ahead of the curve on wanting one.

Saw a fellow in a Casita last month who had replaced his cooktop with an induction unit like the one linked above.

My understanding is that there is no 'RV model' - that the regular units work just fine if the wiring will support them. The real question is do you want to replace your counter top for an inset model two burner, or purchase a 'hot plate' type unit which will sit on your existing counter.

As for where to buy - Amazon Clicky is a great source, but Camping World also carries a few 'hot plate' style units.

The TrueInduction units list a requirement for a dedicated 15 amp 120VAC circuit - the single burner is listed as 1,600 watts, the two burner models as 1,800 watts.

We ordered our Suites with the True Induction two burner counter inset cook top and after two years of full time use we find it to be much better than any propane cook top that normally come with an RV. You can see this model on their web site at True Induction
You may need to buy different cook ware since only those with ferrous metals can be used.

Hi,

I use a NuWave induction "cook top". It is a single pot type. I love it. The latest iteration of the unit has 92 cooking levels that jump by 5 F for each. There are six presets for commonly used temperatures (375 for steak, for example).

NuWave

The only draw back is that if you choose to run it via battery/inverter the inverter must be pure sine wave.

laknox wrote:
That's "induction", not "convection". A convection oven uses circulating hot air to cook. An induction =stove= uses electromagnetic radiation to heat a metal pan without making the cook top hot. If you're in a camp ground, you can buy stand-alone induction cookers that run on 110v.

Lyle

Thank you. That is why I am having trouble finding info. Thank you

I use a Max Burton induction cook top and love it. You can find induction cook tops on Amazon. I rarely use my gas stove.

Ropdoc wrote:
Hello all, I was watching a home remodel show the other day and saw a range top the is convection only. You turn it to the heat setting you want and when you place an iron pan on it heats up. Take the pan off and the top is cool to the touch. I have searched but can not find anything. Does anyone know if they make that for RVs? :h

That's "induction", not "convection". A convection oven uses circulating hot air to cook. An induction =stove= uses electromagnetic radiation to heat a metal pan without making the cook top hot. If you're in a camp ground, you can buy stand-alone induction cookers that run on 110v.

Lyle