Three-burner electric hob

Today, in the kitchens of typical apartments, one can no longer meet the bulky equipment of past years, because the new settlers purchased built-in panels of various modifications and installed an oven separately. For a small room, the three-burner hob may be the best option: it takes up less space than the standard 4-burner hob, and its functionality is practically no different.

Many users have never heard of the existence of such models, but they have a modern, rather stylish look and have shown themselves perfectly in everyday life. To find out the technical parameters, the pros and cons, as well as the individual nuances of using such a technique, you need to read our article.

Individual traits

Electric panels for 3 burners are distinguished by a peculiar design: the burners here are arranged in a triangle, and in some cases the designers installed them in a row along the long side. The shape of the panel can be very diverse: a square, a rectangle or a perfect circle, as well as an oval, in the form of an elongated drop.

The burners can be made of cast iron in the form of pancakes of various diameters, however, this is already out of date - they are now used rapid or of the Hi-Light class, because they heat up within a few seconds, so the user does not need to wait long until the surface heats up to the optimum temperature . They cool down almost as quickly, however, residual heat is still present, but they are superior to previous products in safety.

Newly designed heaters are capable of generating more thermal energy, so they are much more efficient to use, have a longer service life. The dishes used are the same as on the gas version, this induction panels require a special approach. On burners of this class, it is better to cook dishes that require a long heat treatment: stewing, languishing, for example, porridge or vegetable stew.

The recessed electrical panel has higher fire safety than its gas friends. Due to the very quick cooling of the burners, the risk of burns is reduced, and the control panel is blocked from child intervention.

Advantages and disadvantages

A standard electric stove with an oven is already the history of the development of household appliances, today hobs are in great demand, because they have the following objective advantages:

1. Aesthetics of appearance - no coarse grilles and switches, everything is thought out and concise. Compact models are available with a width of only 45 cm.
2. Hot plates heat up quickly and evenly distribute heat along the bottom of the cookware.
3. With a glass-ceramic coating, marking of the heating zones is applied on top, which experts call the highlight of the products.
4. During non-use, the panel can be used as a work surface.
5. Simple and convenient use in everyday life.
6. High fire safety and ecology: there is no burning waste, oxygen is not burned.

Among the negative qualities we note:

• cost in comparison with gas analogues;
• fragility of the glass-ceramic coating;
• burners withstand no more than 5 kg of weight, which is very small for a large family;
• the power of the heating elements is 1-3 kW, which contributes to the large consumption of electric energy;
• induction panels are very expensive, and halogen burners are short-lived.

In addition, to install some models of electric panels, you need a professional electrician - laying a separate cable, installing a three-phase outlet and grounding.

Selection options

When purchasing new household appliances, consumers are based on standard criteria, which include: the type of heating element, the material of the working part, the type of control, design, as well as the color palette, but there are other aspects that you need to pay attention to in order to choose a decent option:

1. The shape and size of the hob, which should be in harmony with the interior of your kitchen.
2. Style and aesthetics of appearance bring a peculiar charm to the room.
3. The original arrangement of burners contributes to the convenience of cooking.
4. The size of the heating devices must correspond to large-volume cookware
5. Product functionality - do not overpay for options that you will use extremely rarely.

In addition to the above parameters, specialists in the maintenance of integrated panels advise:

• plan the placement of outlets for connecting the panel;
• Cookware can only be used with a perfectly flat bottom and a suitable diameter corresponding to the size of the burner;
• the product is not purchased for one year, so do not save - buy a model of only high quality and great functionality.

If you follow all the wishes, then the built-in panel will delight you with the quality of cooking dishes of varying complexity.

List of models by category

This is not a rating, but a list where only the best representatives among the plates and panels with three rings are assembled.

Panels

Kuppersberg SA45VT02

The cost is 26.99 thousand ₽, dimensions 450x510 mm, weight 10 kg, independent integration, glass ceramics, Hi Light type ceramic burners, one double-circuit, total power 4.7 kW. 9 modes, electronic control, residual heat indicator, automatic boiling of liquids, protection against a sudden power surge in the home network.
A good ratio of cost and German build quality, easy to use, quick heating of burners, many modes. Effective touch-type control, compact dimensions, modern design. No flaws were found.

MAUNFELD MVCE 45.3HL.SZ WH

The price is from 23.95 thousand rubles, the original white color of the glass-ceramic panel, dimensions 450x510x62 mm, ceramic burners, diameter - 2x180 and one 190 mm, total power 4.8 kW. 9 levels, there is a surface lock from child intervention. 12 months warranty, production France.
The unique white color creates harmony with the refrigerator and kitchen, affordable pricing, excellent materials: glass ceramics and ceramic burners. High safety: the residual heat indicator warns of the possibility of burns, effective protection against overheating and a reliable lock for children. During the year of operation, no defects were found.

Zigmund & Shtain CNS 139.45 BX

The average cost is 21.46 thousand ₽, the working surface is glass-ceramic, black, ceramic hobs, two have a double circuit, power 4.6 kW, dimensions 450x510x40 mm, weight 8.5 kg. The number of modes, as in previous models. Management: sensors and sliders, there is a timer. Child lock, indication of residual heat.
Pluses: compact size, great functionality, automatic heating and maintaining the optimum temperature, excellent food quality, a timer allows you to cook dishes offline, intuitive controls, 2 burners with different diameters for any dishes (expanding the heating zone if necessary). No cons revealed.

Title	Kuppersberg SA45VT02	MAUNFELD MVCE 45.3HL.SZ WH	Zigmund & Shtain CNS 139.45 BX
Installation	independent	independent	independent
Dimensions (WxD)	45 x 51 cm	45 x 52 cm	45 x 51 cm
Panel Material	glass ceramic	glass ceramic	glass ceramic
Total burners	3	3	3
Switches	sensory	sensory	sensory
Price	from 21990 rub.	from 23930 rub.	from 19190 rub.

Slabs

GEFEST 5140 0001

The average price of 10.98 thousand.rubles, mechanical control, rotary switches, dimensions 500x585x850 mm, weight 39.1 kg, work surface made of enamel, the overall color is brown, burners 3 pieces. Power 5.5 kW, 52 liter oven, backlight, traditional cleaning, double safety glass, telescopic rails. Production of the Republic of Belarus.
A standard budget-type stove, instead of the missing burner, a table for dishes was made - it’s very convenient, set the pan aside and cook further, the quality-price ratio is acceptable, the oven is convenient, large, it bakes perfectly, the door closes tightly, but the lighting is dim, there’s not much you can do through glass make out.

De Luxe 506003.04es

The average cost in St. Petersburg is 13.73 thousand ₽, the hob is glass-ceramic, mechanical control, three rings: 2x1.7 and one 1.2 kW, energy class A, dimensions 500x600x870 mm, weight 35 kg. Multifunctional oven with a volume of 54 liters, there is a high-quality backlight, standard equipment: grid, two baking sheets. One year warranty, Russia production.
Decent quality of materials, the case is made of durable enameled steel, the glass-ceramic hob surprised, the burners heat up quite quickly, but heating only occurs in the designated place, and the panel is cold next to it. Great oven, good visibility from the outside, bakes for five plus. There are no comments.

BEKO CSS 48100 GW

The average price is 16.4 thousand rubles, dimensions 500x500x850 mm, weight 44.7 kg, worktop - glass ceramics, modern burners, control - rotary switches. Oven at 49 L, energy class B, grill, lights. 24 months warranty, Turkey production.
The hobs quickly heat up and cool down, the appearance is a classic of black and white harmony, compact size, coating quality, especially the working area. Disadvantages: Turks constantly save on metal, so the flimsy bottom, be careful when moving - just rearrange, otherwise bend the legs and deform the bottom.

Title	GEFEST 5140 0001	De Luxe 506003.04es	BEKO CSS 48100 GW
Control	mechanical, switches: rotary	mechanical, switches: rotary	mechanical, switches: rotary
Dimensions (WxDxH)	50x58.5x85 cm	50x60x87 cm	50x50x85 cm
Oven volume	52 l	54 l	49 l
Grill	no	no	there is an electric
Convection	no	no	no
Price	from 10190 rub.	from 12500 rub.	from 14 900 rub.

findings

The verdict is short: among the built-in panels there are better models from France, and their cost is affordable. Three-burner stoves are better to buy Hephaestus or domestic - excellent quality, affordable price, there will be no problems in operation with components.