A compact single-zone hob and two dual-zone models, with different layouts: CAN expands its induction range to offer new options for those seeking a more practical, safe and functional on-board kitchen.
CAN, a brand of the
Airxcel group, is expanding its induction range by introducing three different configurations with the PI1001, PI1002 and PI1022 models, to offer greater choice to those wishing to switch to electric cooking.
Three configurations for organising the space in different ways
The main new feature of the range is the possibility of choosing not only the number of cooking zones, but also their arrangement. A particularly interesting feature on board, where the shape of the worktop can be just as decisive as its surface area.
PI1001: one cooking zone for more compact spaces
The PI1001 model is a single-zone induction hob, measuring 350 × 350 mm with a height of 60 mm. The square configuration makes it a proposal worth considering when you wish to dedicate a limited surface to cooking, while keeping space on the worktop for other activities. The power is adjustable over nine levels, from 100 to 1,500 W nominal, with a Boost function up to 1,600 W. The model also has functions that are particularly useful in everyday use, such as keep warm and pause, which allows you to temporarily interrupt cooking and resume it with the previous settings. An interesting solution for those who mainly use one pot at a time or prefer a minimal cooking zone.
PI1002: two side-by-side zones for cooking simultaneously
For those who wish to prepare several dishes at the same time, CAN offers the PI1002, an induction hob with two side-by-side cooking zones. Measuring 525 × 350 mm with a height of 60 mm, it has a predominantly horizontal layout. An arrangement that can be of interest in kitchens with a sufficiently wide worktop. The two zones, of 210 and 160 mm, allow pots of different sizes to be used simultaneously, for example to prepare a first course and its accompanying sauce.
PI1022: two zones in depth for a different kitchen layout
The third model, PI1022, retains the possibility of cooking on two zones, but offers a different configuration: the burners are arranged one in front of the other. The dimensions are 290 × 520 mm, with a height of 60 mm. Compared with the PI1002, therefore, the hob extends more in depth rather than in width. This difference can make all the difference in an on-board kitchen: where it is not possible to fit two side-by-side zones, a longitudinal arrangement may prove more suitable.
Not just dimensions: more control over cooking and electrical consumption
The choice of an induction hob does not depend solely on the space it occupies. On board, the simplicity of the controls and the ability to manage cooking without complications also count. All three new CAN models are equipped with touch controls, power adjustment and a Boost function, useful when you wish to reach a high temperature quickly. For the dual-zone models, the control also extends to the management of electrical draw, a particularly important aspect when cooking in a motorhome. The two-zone hobs are factory-set with a draw limit of 10 A (2300 W), so as to adapt to the available electrical mains. However, exclusively for the 2-zone versions, the user has the possibility of increasing or decreasing this limit according to the power available on their electrical mains, making use, if necessary, of the full power of the induction elements. Completing the functionality, there is also a timer, which can be used to monitor the duration of preparations and programme the switch-off of the cooking zone. On the PI1001 it can be set up to 120 minutes, while on the dual-zone models up to 99 minutes. The PI1001 adds two specific functions: pause, to momentarily interrupt the preparation, and keep warm, to manage meal timings with greater flexibility.
Safety: control lock, pot detection and automatic switch-off
The new CAN induction hobs are equipped with a control lock, a particularly useful function in a shared space such as that of a motorhome, because it allows accidental activation to be prevented, for example by children. To this are added further safety systems, such as pot detection, which stops heating when the pot is removed, overheating protection and automatic switch-off functions.
More choice for the on-board kitchen
With the PI1001, PI1002 and PI1022, CAN broadens the range of choices for those seeking a more practical, safe and functional on-board kitchen. The new configurations confirm the attention paid by CAN and
Airxcel to solutions capable of adapting to different space and usage requirements, combining versatility, safety and comfort on board.
For those considering switching to induction, these new offerings represent a further opportunity to identify the hob best suited to their kitchen.
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