Copper

Copper has twise the thermal conductivity of aluminium and 10 times that of stainless steel. It can however contaminate the flavour of food being cooked in it, so copper usually has a lining either "tinned" or stainless steel.

ADVANTAGES:

• Rapid and uniform heat conduction
• Good corrosion resistance

DISADVANTAGES:

• Unless lined will react with acid in foods to cause discolouration
• Expensive
• Soft metal - will dent easily

USED FOR:

• Sugar Boilers, Saucepans, Fry Pans, Omelette Pans, Fish Poachers, Crepe Pans, Butter Warmers, Baking Mould

USED ON:

• Gas, Ceramic, Electric, Electric and Solid Heat sources NOT induction