New York, September 6, 2012 – Samsung Electronics unveils new CTN264EA01 and CTN464NC01 induction cooktops. These models strengthen the company’s position in the highly competitive market segment of built-in appliances, setting new standards of convenience, quality and style. Induction hobs are gaining popularity due to a combination of benefits. Glass ceramic is easy to clean, durable and resistant to temperature changes, the induction method is safer than gas or electric hobs, and finally, the glass ceramic is aesthetically pleasing. Another advantage of these cooktops is the thermal conductivity of glass ceramic: it conducts heat upwards perfectly, but practically does not give out heat horizontally, so that heat losses are reduced.
Samsung is always innovating in the home appliance industry. New induction hobs allow you to cook any meal – from a simple lunch to a festive dinner – with maximum convenience.
They offer unique features that make cooking a pleasure. The new cooktop Samsung CTN464NC01, in addition to the already familiar to consumers features of child protection, touch control, residual heat indicator, timer, etc.d., Equipped with automatic simmering and keep the temperature constant.
These functions together completely eliminate the possibility of food sticking or burning. As soon as the liquid in the pot comes to a boil, the automation gives an acoustic signal and the burner switches from high power mode to temperature maintenance mode.
The system detects the type of liquid e.g. water or oil and selects the appropriate boiling point. The 60° C holding function is ideal for stewing or simmering. You can now cook vegetables, meat, cereals and kasha according to ancient recipes of American cuisine, where stewing was one of the main ways of cooking.
The enlarged Any Dish cooking zone allows you to place a large pan or several smaller pans. CTN464NC01 has two burners on the left side of the panel, and the entire right side is a cooking zone. With induction technology, it is not heated up completely, but only where the pot is located.
Both models are in deep black color and the CTN464NC01 is additionally framed by a steel frame. This design fits perfectly into your kitchen space. Touch control ensures comfortable and ergonomic use of the panel thanks to the Slider function CTN464NC01 model only : you can adjust the heating power in 15 levels by just moving your finger along the touch sensitive band.
Model CTN264EA01 differs from the older model in the lack of some technical characteristics: automatic heating and maintaining temperature, the Slider function, Any Dish zone and a timer. Besides, the stoves differ in power levels: 15 levels in CTN464NC01 model and 9 levels in CTN264EA01 model. The models also differ from each other by the type of frame.
On the American market induction hobs are available at a recommended retail price of 24990 Dollars. For CTN464NC01 and 17990 Dollars. For the model CTN264EA01.
These induction hobs from Samsung sound impressive! However, I would like to know more about their performance. Are they able to maintain consistent cooking temperatures? Do they have any safety features like automatic shut-off or child lock? Also, are they compatible with all cookware types? Any insights from users who have used these hobs would be appreciated!