Electric Burners

Durable single and double electric burners easily fit inside compact spaces, such as studio apartments, and are handy units when extra burners are required to cook a large meal or host a party. Staples® carries many types of small electric stovetop ranges and other cooking accessories like cooktops to use in the home, workplace cafeteria, or on the next camping trip.

Consider Electric Burners for Work, School, and Travel
Compact, portable stovetops are versatile appliances. Stainless steel stove tops give a classic aesthetic to a small kitchen or dorm room and the units are easy to clean. A double-burner cook top makes a convenient back-up unit to use at buffet luncheons when extra serving items need to remain warm. The lightweight units are easy to move from one area to the next, which makes them excellent for catering. A single burner unit is easy to carry and fits inside a backpack. Take a stove on your next camping trip and make gourmet meals outdoors.

Electric Burners Have Many Benefits
Electric burners offer a number of features to choose from. Coil, smooth-top, and induction burners are all available. Coils are cost-effective and reliable. Smooth-top units are easy to clean and offer a large cooking surface. Induction burners work with magnetic cookware to quickly heat foods. Adjustable heat control knobs allow you to easily set the proper temperature. The burners have flat, even surfaces, so cookware remains balanced and the heat is evenly dispersed. An indicator light alerts you when the unit is turned on and ready to use. A unit with skid-resistant rubber feet secures the burner in place for a stable cooking space. A drip-pan feature catches any liquid overflow, so the food area remains clean whether you cook in the office break room or home kitchen. An automatic shut-off ensures you won't ever leave the burners turned on for too long, which helps prevent scorching the bottoms of pans.

Are Replacement Parts Available for Electric Burners?
Yes. Replacement parts are available, like knobs and burners, but check the unit type to ensure you get the proper parts. Purchase parts from a local dealer, such as Staples, or through the manufacturer.

Are Electric Burners Easy to Clean?
Yes. Always unplug the unit. Use a solution of water and baking soda to make a thick paste and then scrub the solution into the grime with a sponge. Let the solution sit for several minutes before wiping clean with a damp, warm rag. Some coil burners are removable, so it's simple to pop off the burners and then soak in warm water. Keep all electrical parts away from water to prevent damage and always make sure the burners are dry before use.

How Do Electric Burners Work?
Electric burners use electricity for power, versus a gas burner which requires gas. The electricity for a coil burner goes to a wire inside the burner coils. A smooth-top burner has a coil underneath the surface and electricity heats the internal coil that gets the burner hot. Both types of burners provide an even distribution of heat. Staples also carries gas burners, electric cooktops, and other breakroom appliances.