Cooking with an induction cooktop is extremely fast and extremely safe. With the push of a button the temperature changes instantly, just like cooking with gas, but without the open flame. The cook top stays cool except where it comes in contact with the pan, making this stove safer and keeps the kitchen cooler. Great for use in a busy restaurant kitchen, but may also be used in culinary schools, catered events, buffets, college dorms, assisted living facilities, or in the home. ETL listed 10 temperature settings from 150-450 degrees 10 power levels 180 minute timer 120 volts 1800 watts Safe for young and old Requires induction rated cookware. Because induction cooking uses and electromatic force, your cookware must contain ferrous metal. In other words, your cookware must be magnetic. Use a simple magnet to determine if your cookware will work. Appropriate cookware includes cast iron, carbon steel, magnetic stainless steel 18/0. Other grades of stainless steel may work if they have other magnetic quality layers. Aluminum, glass, 18/8 stainless steel (see above), and copper will not work. Options: The Induction Interface Disk #6010 (sold separately below)is an accessory that allows you to use cookware that is not induction rated. http://theinductionsite.com/ For more information on Induction Cooking, click on this LINK. Use your browser's BACK button to return here to continue your purchase. Max Burton Induction Cooktop 6000$79.95 Induction Interface DiskAccessory that allows you to use cookware that is not induction rated. 6010A$30.00 Need more information? Please feel free to contact us at 1-800-592-6940 - Ask for Extension 547 or Internet Sales.