Rangetops Comparison

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Dacor DRT304SNG		Thermador PCG304G

General features

Depending on the type of the burners and exterior design, rangetops are divided into several styles, like grill, wok, open burner and sealed burner.

Rangetops with sealed burners, like Dacor DRT304SNG and Thermador PCG304G, are widely-used for residential and commercial purposes. They are easier to clean than their open burner counterparts and besides they provide you with accurate temperature control and even distribution of heat, while cooking.

Technical Details

Gas rangetops can run on different gas types, like liquid propane or natural gas. The type of gas depends on the primary source of power that is used in your living area.

Despite the fact that propane is hotter (1 cu. ft. of propane is equal to 2500 BTU, while natural gas produces only 1030 BTU of power), natural gas is still considered to be an effective and cost-efficient source of energy. Rangetop with this gas type, like Dacor DRT304SNG, will provide you with flexible and affordable operation. From low simmering to robust flame, this type of items offers precise and convenient temperature control.

Continuous grates in Dacor DRT304SNG and Thermador PCG304G let you slide pots and pans from one burner to another, without lifting them. With this feature the usage of a rangetop becomes more convenient and easy.

General features

The number of burners in rangetops varies from model to model. According to this criterion the items are divided into: compact (1 – 3), standard (4 – 6) and large (7 – 10).

Standard rangetops Dacor DRT304SNG and Thermador PCG304G with 4 burners are worthy options for traditional families of 3 or 4. This type of appliances offers accurate and flexible operation, attractive design and high-end options.

Dimensions

Width of rangetops is measured in inches and it is one of the main criteria during the selection. According to this parameter, rangetops are divided into: compact (15 – 24 inches), medium (25 – 36 inches) and large (37 – 60 inches).

Medium rangetops (with 25 – 36 inches in width) are commonly used for residential purposes. If you wish to have “pro-look” kitchen, with enough space for cooking, then Dacor DRT304SNG with 29.875 burners and Thermador PCG304G with 29.9375 inches in width will definitely meet your needs. High-end performance, precise temperature control and convenient operation are guaranteed.

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