Induction Heating Vs. Natural Gas Heating

The Blue Flame of a Natural Gas Stove

The blue flame of natural gas is simple, dependable, and familiar, but there are times when other methods of heating are better. One alternative is induction heating. It's based on the effects of electricity and magnetism on metals. It's safe, efficient, and precise, affecting only metal parts.

Induction Heating

A strong, confined field of radio waves creates heat in metallic objects. The heat energy starts directly in the metal from the inside out.

Natural Gas Heating

To heat with natural gas, you ignite it in a burner. Its combustion gives off a heat that warms everything nearby from the outside in.

Versatility

Since it heats all materials equally, natural gas lends itself to a wider variety of uses. Induction is mostly used for industrial heat-treating of metal parts and cooking in metal containers.

Safety

When properly used, an induction heater stays cool to the touch. It doesn't affect human tissue. A natural gas flame can burn you.

Efficiency

Only the metal parts heated in an induction system consume energy. No energy is wasted on unintentional heating.

References

• Induction Atmospheres: Induction Heating Definition
• Induction Cooking: Pros and Cons