What is better, the copper core or aluminum core?
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Though I'm not an expert on the physical properties of various metals, I would guess that the aluminum core radiator works more efficiently, explaining its prevalent use(not considering cost of materials of course), in auto, auto-racing, aircraft, and air-conditioning industries.
1746456
Aluminum cools better than copper/steel but generally costs a lot more and copper/steel is stronger.Originally I had an aluminum radiator from China but returned it because of manufacturing defects.
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Copper cools better and is more durable but is more expensive , which is why you see more aluminium radiators .
1746458
Aluminum cools better than copper/steel but generally costs a lot more and copper/steel is stronger. Originally I had an aluminum radiator from China but returned it because of manufacturing defects.
1746459
Aluminum core ia always better. But I couldn't afford aluminum. I have the 3 row full metal and it does a good job on my 92 cherokee
2093092
Yes it is, for more information go to their website. http://www.all-clad.com/Pages/Collections/COPPER%20CORE.aspx
1577564
It's copper coated aluminum. Bad miss leading advertisement. It's ok for the short run, but I wouldn't recommend for the performance use.
1004317
I can't give a definitive answer, but as a machinist, I'd have to agree with Thomas E. Ruddick on his guess that aluminum is easier to machine, ie drilling & tapping holes for screws to attach to assembly.
394172
If you read the description then you would know. Its copper clad aluminium. 90% aluminium and 10% copper.
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i forgot to mention its best if you use stainless steel cookware, not just aluminum. as long as the bottoms are either copper or stainless they will cook well on an induction unit. my cookware is stainless..
317139
get the aluminum version which can deliver enough power. This one is more for SSD drives.
104445
I'm looking to purchase this and solid core copper is the only way to go, in their picture it shows that the wires are solid core and not stranded. So is the picture wrong or does someone not know the difference between stranded and solid core?
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I believe the aluminum layer is the inside core in the bottom of the both pans. There is nothing but stainless steel touching your food.
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Stainless is always better but this is high quality aluminum. You can't go wrong by buying this product.
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I have both. I use the cast iron at home and the aluminum for tailgating. The former is heavier and works better. The aluminum grate works fine but is showing signs of wear and won't last as long as the cast iron. I'd say the cast iron is better.
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Aluminum core bottom, clad in stainless steel. Not used for induction glass cooktops. See item description. No aluminum touches food.
1577563
It is all copper. Aluminum would be completely unsuitable... This is very good speaker wire and I am very satisfied with it.....
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Definitely more copper. It's a nice piece. If you are using it outdoors make sure to drill holes for drainage it the bottom.
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I would say not aluminum because I was rough with mine a couple of times and it started to rust.
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It's hard to say if it's better or not... That's very subjective. This is a high quality aluminum stock pot; fairly thick and durable. Much cheaper than a comparable size SS pot, and aluminum conducts heat better.Is it better? I wouldn't say one is better than the other, but for the price, you can't go wrong. This is a great pot for 5 gallon full boils.
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Copper conducts heat more evenly. There are no hot spots on the inside of the pan.