The Nesco DB-02 Double Electric Burner is great for simmering, boiling, frying or sauteing for preparing meals when camping, boating or to use in college dorms! The electric burner has two high quality cast iron plates, 7.4-inches and 6.1-inches in diameter. There are separate temperature dials so you can use one or two burners at a time. The burner can be used with all flat bottom cookware, including metal, glass, ceramic, woks and teakettles. The unit features stainless steel housing, automatic safety shut-off, and thermostat control knob with pilot light. The thermal fuse helps protect from overheating. 1800 Watts.