Is the underside of this pan solid? I have an induction stove which can't detect my hollow-bottomed pan. Is this a solid bottom or hollow?
1441956
It is not a flat solid all the way across. The pan is cast iron and holds heat very well. I use it on a ceramic top & I've had great success.
1441957
The underside is hollow, only the edge would come into contact with the surface of the range.
1441958
The one I have is not a solid bottom. It works well on my gas stove, but I think it would not work as well on an electric or induction cooktop.
1441959
Sorry I'm late responding. This one is a hollow-bottom, and the pockets don't go deep enough to touch the surface below when it's flush... works pretty well on my electric, but I don't think it has enough contact to work on induction.
1441960
It is not a flat solid all the way across.The pan is cast iron and holds heat very well. I use it on a ceramic top & I've had great success.
2000649
My stove is a gas one - so my answer would be moreof a supposition--there is ever so slightridging on the bottom-yet the bottom is virtually flat--andit's the best griddle we have ever owned. We use it formaking pancakes and french toast and it's a dream!
290397
The bottoms are indeed magnetic. I tested this by just taking a kitchen magnet off the fridge and it sticks to the bottom readily. Don't know what this means for an induction cooktop; but the unit works just great.
373176
Robert, the bottom is slightly rounded. Not completely flat or rounded. The bottom section of my pot got pitted and discolored from just regular use. I personally don't care for this item but I don't use it that often so I haven't replaced it and most likely will continue to use it.
180611
Both top and bottom have a thick base but I have a gas burner. I don't know anything about induction stove tops. Sorry
1008688
I tested the bottoms by applying a magnet and the magnet stuck, so it has iron in it. I did this test to make sure they would work with an induction stovetop, as I am buying an induction stove. These pots are the best I've ever had. Foods do not stick, even when cooking without oil.
686413
The bottom is flat and smooth. It should work with induction cook tops but I haven't tried it myself.
1226020
The bottom stays flat. I think that my pans that get concave do so because they are cheaper or lower quality. I throw away concave pans.
1181687
The funny thing is, there are no markings or stamped anything on the bottom of the pot or anywhere else. No country of manufacture or even the induction symbol that is supposed be on any product that is advertised as being induction cooking ready. But, it is very solid and heavy and it does work on my Induction cooker.
774459
The bottom is flat so it sets evenly on an electric stove, but the inside bottom is fairly rounded. Not as rounded as a saucier pan, but not as flat as a sauce pan.
2081264
The bottom is not magnetic. I am not sure about induction stove top, seems to me must be OK. I did not try. Best wishes :)
1144410
Yes, the bottom flat. I'm using mine with a gas stove but I'm sure it will work with an induction stove as well. Either way, great product!
5120
Not sure it's a really thick bottom. I'm an executive chef we use induction burners at work, but this is at my house. It's a heavy this bottom pot it's beautiful
1171
The bottom is a hunk of metal. I have gas and it works great on those burners. I can think of no reason it wouldn't work on an induction coil.
260548
Brian, since this is a single wall stainless steel with no magnetic bottom, it will not perform well on an induction stove. Recommend you find a pot with dual bottom construction.
1420092
I don't know if the bottom is magnetic or not. My induction cooktop is not fancy, just your run of the mill white one that is impossible to keep clean! Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
1556515
From the Review listed from Amazon Shopper for this item ... I contacted T-Fal, who were extremely friendly and helpful, to make sure this has an encapsulated bottom since it's not specified in the product details. They reassured me it did (directly from the label: "Stainless steel base encapsulates a thick-gauge aluminum core to deliver optimal heat distribution, eliminate hot spots and prevent warping. Induction safe.").