How to Choose Stainless Steel Cookware

Stainless steel, not only has strong chemical stability, but also sufficient strength and plasticity, and has stable mechanical properties at certain high or low temperatures.

With the increasing development of the national economy and the continuous improvement of people’s living standards, stainless steel daily products have also penetrated into thousands of households. Many people prefer to use stainless steel cookware, but how do you choose a stainless steel cookware that suits you?

Choosing the Best Material Of Stainless Steel Cookware

1.It’s recommended to choose high-quality stainless steel materials (304, 316).

2.Choose a stainless steel pot with a smooth surface for easy cleaning.

3.Choose triply stainless steel material such as magnetic steel + aluminum + steel, which is currently the most practical pot bottom material.

4.Purchase a stainless steel pot with all stainless steel and phenolic resin handles so that it can enter the dishwasher.

5.If you want to use it for an induction cooker, try to choose one with a larger bottom area. High magnetic flux, energy-saving and food boils faster.

Choose Stainless Steel Cookware With Composite Steel Bottom

It is best to choose stainless steel cookware with composite bottom.Composite steel is the combination of three layers of steel, aluminum, and steel. Its function: fast thermal conductivity, enhanced uniformity, less prone to sticking to the bottom, and the composite bottom has the function of preventing the deformation of the pot body. Some composite bottoms even reach 5 layers, but more is not better.Stainless steel cookware with 3-layer composite bottom is a more suitable choice. Compared with ordinary stainless steel cookware, it will greatly improve your cooking efficiency and the price will not be too expensive.

Pay Attention To The Appearance Details

Good sealing, combined with a thick lid, allows food to be evenly heated, retaining moisture and nutrients.The handle, ear, and stem of the pot are made of heat-resistant material and equipped with fire-resistant steel rings to prevent hot hands and accelerate aging.The design of the pot edge is reasonable, ensuring that the poured soup does not contaminate the pot body.

Is The Stainless Steel Pot Magnetic or Not?

Firstly, 201 stainless steel itself does not have magnetism, but it can be adsorbed (magnetized) by a magnet. 430 stainless steel have magnetic conductivity.

Secondly, 304 and 316, which have excellent quality in austenitic stainless steel, are absolutely non-magnetic and cannot be used in induction cookers. So it is necessary to make a composite bottom.
304 stainless steel pot (food grade): Daily purchase of 304 stainless steel (labeled as food grade stainless steel or SUS304 stainless steel) is sufficient.

316 stainless steel pot (medical grade): The biggest difference between 304 and 316 stainless steel is their acid resistance. Relatively speaking, 316 stainless steel has stronger acid resistance and is more durable.

In daily life, when choosing a stainless steel cookware, except the above mentioned points, it’s also necessary to choose the appropriate size based on the number and needs of the family. Strive for a balance between price and quality, choose well-known brands to ensure quality and after-sales service.