The Nesco SB-01 Electric Burner is great for simmering, boiling, frying or sautéing for preparing meals when camping, boating or to use in college dorms! The electric burner has a high quality cast iron plate, 7.4-Inch in diameter. 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. 1500 Watts.