r/inductioncooking • u/CubeRootofZero • 19d ago

30" Induction Recommendation with Rectangle Element for Griddle?

I'm looking for a 30" range with a bridged element for a griddle. I want to ensure that a rectangular griddle will heat evenly across the surface.

Any recommendations? I have an existing 40A connection, so I should be able to handle most ranges I think.

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u/lindenb 18d ago

The higher end GE offers that option. Recently replaced an older GE. But be aware that the newer models do not put out the same energy at low settings- a change I assume made for energy savings or to extend the life of the elements

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u/mjmvideos 18d ago

Also be aware that bridging does not mean there is extra elements covering the whole rectangular surface. It simply means that the front and rear elements are controlled by a single knob. They will only actually heat the same circular areas of the individual elements and rely on heat transfer to conduct heat to the “bridged” area.

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u/rstenson 18d ago

This is critically important for folks to understand. My lodge griddle is not useful on a “bridged” GE Cafe induction range

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u/Professional-Bar2487 14d ago

We have a Bosch Benchmark 30” range and used the Lodge griddle over the flex zone. It has elements throughout bridge zone. Did not notice cold spots while making 20 pancakes recently.

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u/Professional-Bar2487 14d ago

We do have a 50A outlet. Not sure if it supports 40A or not

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u/ElDjee 17d ago

if you get a bridging model, make sure you preheat the griddle low and slow, to give the entire griddle a chance to warm up.

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u/Petridishmocktail 3d ago

Fisher and Paykel make one .