Rangetops Comparison

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DCS CPU486GDL		Dacor EG486SCHLP

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 DCS CPU486GDL and Dacor EG486SCHLP, 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.

Rangetops DCS CPU486GDL and Dacor EG486SCHLP use liquid propane during the operation, what ensures efficient and high-end running. In comparison with natural gas, liquid propane produces more power (1 cu. ft. is equal to 2500 BTU) and the temperature of burning is a bit higher, 3614 F. As a result the dishes are cooked faster.

Continuous grates in DCS CPU486GDL and Dacor EG486SCHLP 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 DCS CPU486GDL and Dacor EG486SCHLP with 6 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).

Large rangetops are widely used for commercial purposes. This type of appliances offers extra-large cooking surface, high-end features and convenient operation. DCS CPU486GDL and Dacor EG486SCHLP with 47.875 inches in width are good choices for large families, professional chefs and those, who cook at home often and a lot.

Other Features

DCS CPU486GDL includes a griddle attachment that provides you with more cooking options and opportunities. It lets you cook everything, from pancakes to steaks. Such rangetops ensure fast heat up, even heat distribution and excellent cooking results.