Spring USA induction ranges can be used for buffets, demonstrations, suite service, and more; with durable hosting and other great features, these items guarantee that you can cook and warm extremely fast and efficiently, cleaner, safer, and less expensively than using alternative heat sources.
In order to get an idea about induction cooktops used as warmers and to purchase what it is the best for you, here you have the possibility to notice the similarities and differences between Spring USA SM-181C MAX Induction 1800 Watt Induction Range and Spring USA SM-651C-T 110V MAX Induction Countertop Range.
1. Spring USA SM-181C MAX Induction 1800 Watt Induction Range
This portable induction cooktop is a great product for cooking and hold buffets and kiosks: it has a brushed satin stainless steel body with a tempered smoked glass faceplate, black plastic knob and footing to protect counters and thermostatic controls.
The control touch pad is for operating in ‘Cook’ or ‘Temp’ modes: you have a “Cook” mode for high-speed heating, especially for sautéing, omelet stations, pasta bars or some demonstration cooking.
“Temp” Mode is perfect in case you want thermostatically controlled holding temperatures that you need while preparing soups, sauces, buffets or pastry work. With the LED display, you will enjoy more accurate temperature selection.
As a safety precaution, if you do not put any cookware on the induction range plate after 2-1/2 minutes, the unit will turn off.
Also, make sure you have at least 4” of space at the back of the Induction range as induction ranges need ventilation in order to operate efficiently.
The LED panel will display a two – or three-digit number indicating the temperature setting.
To increase the temperature setting, you have to turn the dial clockwise. To decrease the setting, you need to turn the dial to the counter-clockwise.
The induction range will continue to warm the food until the set temperature has been reached.
Once the temperature has been reached, the range will maintain that pre-selected temperature setting.
This range is under a one year warranty; it is rated at 110-120 volts, 50-60 Hz and 15 amps 5-15 NEMA plug.
The maximum power is 1800 watts with built-in air deflector which means that it works nicely for breakfast omelet station in a hotel, but also in restaurants, catering companies, etc.
3. Spring USA SM-651C-T 110V MAX Induction Countertop Range
Being designed to blend seamlessly with tabletop or buffet, Spring USA SM-651C-T 110V MAX Induction Countertop Range has titanium colored stainless steel body that will help you forget about fingerprints.
It is a hold-only and is ideal for keeping a variety of foods warm for serving and has one-year parts and labor warranty.
It is a 650 watts model, a hold-only range and a perfect warmer for almost any venue.
With titanium coated body, it works perfectly for a portable tabletop buffet, appetizers at the check-in counter, or for use in suites/lounges.
What it is interesting is the fact that it is provided with reinforced, tempered glass surface and SmartScan technology with increased efficiency.
Spring USA MAX Induction Ranges will not automatically default, or reset their temperature once a pan is moved or removed as other ranges on the market.
For optimal performance, you need to allow 4’’ rear and side clearance for good air circulation. Your induction warmer must have proper ventilation at all times.
Take into consideration the fact that the actual range temperature may vary due to a number of variables such as content and volume of food being heated or cooked, ambient temperature in the immediate surrounding area, or whether or not you are using a lid on the serving vessel.
As all the induction cooktops, this induction warmer works only with induction-ready cookware.
4. Differences
As you probably have noticed, Spring USA SM-181C MAX is more powerful than Spring USA SM-651C-T that has a maximum power of 650 watts.
While the body of SM-181C is made of brushed satin stainless steel, SM-651C-T has titanium colored stainless steel body. You should try SM-651C-T and forget about fingerprints: the body will not show fingerprints.
Spring USA SM-651C-T 110V MAX Induction Countertop Range is designed especially for keeping foods warm for serving, but you can use Spring USA SM-181C MAX Induction 1800 Watt Induction Range for your daily cooking, for warming and serving, for preparing special meals in restaurants, buffets, kiosks, etc.
With SM-181C, you have dual functionality provided by the modes “Cook” and “Temp”, and with SM-651C-T, you are going to adjust the temperature level as you want: Weak, Low, Med and High.
SM-181C has a LED panel that indicates the temperature setting and thermostatic controls, while SM-651C-T can be operated using the touch controls.
5. Conclusion
If you are looking for an induction warmer for your food with an exciting look, you need to try SM-651C-T: it is great for your business in case you own a restaurant, a buffet, a small cooking place and assures you warm food for your guests and customers.
With SM-181C, you can cook whatever you like, and cannot only be used for warming and serving.
The two items are durable, stick-resistant and easy to clean: they will blend seamlessly with your tabletop or buffet.
So, what do you say about this opportunity to use your induction cooktops as a cooking range or for a hold-only application?
SM-181C |
SM-651C-T |
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Destination Use |
Home/Commercial |
Home/Commercial |
Design |
brushed satin stainless steel body, tempered smoked glass faceplate and black plastic knob & footing |
titanium colored stainless steel body that will not show fingerprints |
Power Source |
110/120 volts, 50-60 Hz, 15 amps |
N/A |
Output Power |
1800 watts |
650 watts |
Power Levels |
Cook mode shows: levels 1-20 |
N/A |
Temperature Levels |
from 90°F to 440°F |
150, 160, 170, 180°F |
Programmable Timer |
No |
No |
Function Lock |
N/A |
N/A |
Warranty |
1 year |
1-year parts and labor warranty |
Acoustic Warnings |
N/A |
N/A |
Weight |
13 pounds |
12 pounds |
Dimensions |
Width: 16″ Depth: 13″ Height: 3.5″ |
19 x 15.8 x 5.2 inches |
Cord Length |
6 foot three-prong cord |
N/A |
Glass Cooktop Size |
5mm thick tempered glass cook top |
N/A |
Safety Sensors |
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Induction Cookware Sensor |
Yes, pan size and pan type recognition |
Yes |
Induction Overheat Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
Glass Cooktop Overheat |
Yes, Pan Overheat Protection |
Yes |
Free pan |
N/A |
N/A |
Price |
