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Why is the Tools of the Trade Belgique stainless steel more expensive than the copper bottom Belgique at Macy's?
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∙ 16y ago
The copper bottom pieces are easier to make than the stainless steel ones. The stainless steel pieces actually have a copper bottom, but it's clad on the bottom and a stainless steel skin is welded over it. Notice how there is a little "pedestal" on the bottom of the stainless pieces? Yup. That's the copper insert sandwiched on the bottom. And you know the difference as far as cleaning them, yes? Copper always seems to take a little more work. But gosh, doesn't it look nice! Belgique makes some good looking pieces. Yes, indeedy. Best of luck making your choice. Bon appétit!
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Are copper pans all right to cook in if there is a copper tint to the stainless steel?
To manufacture the stainless steel copper bottom utensils with 3% of copper deposit at the bottom of utensil & the grade of stainless steel is J -5 of 22 gauge. What would be the manufacturing cost per kg ? Shall I get the costing analysis of manufacturing process to know this process better.What kind of stainless steel grade have to be used to get best resuts? Ravikumar
Is copper cheaper than stainless steel?
Yes, brass is cheaper than copper.
How much is 7grams of copper worth?
This depends on the quality of copper; analytical grade copper is more expensive; but generally speaking the cost of 7 g copper is not significant.
Why is gold not used as an electrical wiring?
Too expensive, it would be stolen (as it is there are people stealing copper electrical wiring, and copper is much cheaper than gold).
What metals are award metals primarily made of?
usually cheap metal that was painted, like brass and copper, or stainless steal
Are copper pans all right to cook in if there is a copper tint to the stainless steel?
To manufacture the stainless steel copper bottom utensils with 3% of copper deposit at the bottom of utensil & the grade of stainless steel is J -5 of 22 gauge. What would be the manufacturing cost per kg ? Shall I get the costing analysis of manufacturing process to know this process better.What kind of stainless steel grade have to be used to get best resuts? Ravikumar
What is a tri ply bottom cookware?
In most cases, tri-ply bottom cookware means just that - three ply material is used on the bottom of the cookware. Let's look at a pan and check it out. An aluminum pan is usually one ply. It's all aluminum. It's a good conductor of heat, and it works well. Some pans are copper on the bottom but have a stainless steel body (and interior). The copper and stainless make a two-ply construction. The copper conducts heat well (several tens of times better than stainless), and the stainless makes for an inert and long-wearing cooking surface. In try-ply, we usually see a stainless pan, a fat copper "disk" on the bottom, and another layer of stainless over the copper (which "seals it in" there). These pans are all stainless on the outside and inside. Stainless steel is extremely tough and resistant to corrosion. They wear forever. But stainless isn't a good conductor of heat. That little disk of copper sandwiched in between the stainless layers on the tri-plybottom makes the pan heat more quickly and cook more evenly.
What is a tri-ply bottom cookware?
In most cases, tri-ply bottom cookware means just that - three ply material is used on the bottom of the cookware. Let's look at a pan and check it out. An aluminum pan is usually one ply. It's all aluminum. It's a good conductor of heat, and it works well. Some pans are copper on the bottom but have a stainless steel body (and interior). The copper and stainless make a two-ply construction. The copper conducts heat well (several tens of times better than stainless), and the stainless makes for an inert and long-wearing cooking surface. In try-ply, we usually see a stainless pan, a fat copper "disk" on the bottom, and another layer of stainless over the copper (which "seals it in" there). These pans are all stainless on the outside and inside. Stainless steel is extremely tough and resistant to corrosion. They wear forever. But stainless isn't a good conductor of heat. That little disk of copper sandwiched in between the stainless layers on the tri-plybottom makes the pan heat more quickly and cook more evenly.
What is better stainless or anodized cookware?
Stainless steel would be your best option, preferably with a copper encapsulated bottom, for even distribution of heat.
Do copper-clad stainless cookware contain any aluminum?
Maybe, but probably not. Copper clad stainless ware is often plated or inlaid with copper. If it has a heating core on the bottom, this internal core would probably be copper but might be aluminum. Ask the manufacturer.
Will copper scratch stainless steel?
It shouldn't as stainless is harder than copper.
Is a copper faucet better than stainless steal?
No, it's just a matter for preference for looks. Although it is more expensive.
Why is copper used for frying pan handles?
It's a good conductor of heat and doesn't melt easily.
Is belgique cookware a good brand?
There are many good brands of pots and pans on the market. If you ask 10 people which is best, you'll likely get 10 different answers. What is right for them, might not necessarily be right for you. You should look for pots and pans made of stainless steel or heavy-gauge aluminum with non oxidizing surfaces. I would go with stainless steel. Stainless steel alone is a poor conductor of heat, but most stainless steel pans have a copper or aluminum core to provide even heat distribution along the bottom of the pan.
Are Stainless steel cokware with cooper bottam is better?
Copper conducts heat better than stainless steel. If you can afford the copper, go for it. If not, stainless steel will work fine for just about anything. Also, bare stainless conducts heat much better than non-stick. So for browning food, non-stick pans should be avoided (and copper bottom bare pans would be best).
Why stainless steel cookware have a layer of copper and aluminium on the bottom?
The layers at the bottom of stainless steel cookware provides better heat conduction (heat spread evenly) and durability. Aluminium-base takes longer time to heat up but retains cooking temperature longer while copper-base is quickly in heating up and cooling down.
What is the bottom of a cooking pot made of?
Saucepans do not necessarily have any one specific metal coating their bottom, however, stainless steel works quite well. Aluminum, copper, and cast iron can all be used successfully for saucepans. I prefer stainless steel.
