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Did you know there is a microwave without a turntable? But the first microwaves did not have any rotating elements inside the chamber. Later, a rotating circle appeared to ensure that the microwave waves generated by the magnetron were evenly distributed and quickly penetrated into the products.
There are such stoves today, but this does not mean that they are so “ancient” – on the contrary, these are improved options. What are their features and benefits, read on.
Principle of operation
Today, a small number of firms have begun to produce microwaves without a turntable. With its disappearance, microwaves began to enter the products not from the side, but from below. It is not the table that rotates (it is absent at all), but the distributor of microwave waves, and this process takes place in a place inaccessible to the eye. The rotation of the distributor is necessary for uniform penetration of microwaves into the products.
The technical development made it possible to speed up cooking by 13%, and increase the defrosting speed by 12%.
On a note! In many microwave ovens without a rotating plate, the magnetron is located at the bottom.
However, there is another option in which there is no rotation anywhere: neither in the chamber nor in the internal structure. This is a system of triple distribution of microwave waves. The essence of the technology is as follows: along with the main antenna through which the microwaves generated by the magnetron pass, there are two more – this provides a wide range of action.
Benefits of microwave ovens without a turntable
The turntable is the weak point of the oven. Therefore, with its absence, the technology added pluses:
- The absence of a circle provides a perfectly flat surface. This makes maintenance as simple as possible, there is nowhere for dirt and grease to accumulate.
- No breakage of the rotating mechanism. Replacing an electric motor in conventional models is a frequent malfunction that requires investment.
- Even less breakdowns: often the wheels bounce off the “plates”.
- If there is no plate, it will not work to break it – you won’t have to look for a new one and spend money.
- There is even more space in the chamber, so the user himself chooses which dishes to cook in.
- Most importantly, the absence of a table does not affect the functionality of the equipment in any way. This design, on the contrary, is more modern and thoughtful.
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Panasonic NN-DF383B
The 2-in-1 microwave oven has a capacity of 23 liters. Stand-alone, size: 48,3x31x39,6 cm. The design provides for a 1000 W grill, similar power for microwave radiation. Inverter control is also implemented.
Electronic type control with display and push-button switches. Timer for 1,5 hours. Programs and features: automatic cooking, defrosting (including automatic), memory for user recipes.
Features:
- System of uniform distribution of microwaves.
- Illuminated camera inside.
- Sound alarm at the end of work.
- The door opens with a button.
- Comes with a crispy crust.
The price is 14 rubles.
User reviews:
Maryana, Irkutsk
My husband gave me this oven for my anniversary. I began to use it from the first day: I cook meat, fish, poultry, vegetables and especially pastries. We actively use heating, and the whole family. The microwave has been really in operation all day long for several months. I wipe the ceramic bottom every time after use so that there are no problems. Also included is a baking sheet 300×300 mm, wire rack. The downside is the “tenderness” of enamel – it cannot be cleaned and scratched.
Sergey
I took it because of the company and functionality. In fact, it turned out that the choice was a mistake. The enamel inside is a complete headache. Fat sticks, you need to wash it off immediately – if it dries, it will be washed off along with the coating. For six months of operation, the stove looks like a 20-year-old “old woman”. For such a price, it is easier not to eat or cook anywhere, but not in it. I do not recommend to anyone.
Stationary microwave oven is designed for 20 liters. Case dimensions: 46x40x27 cm (WxDxH). Ideal for everyday use. 5 wave power levels, 14 auto programs and 2 combination modes: microwave + grill, with which you can cook crispy dishes or simply reheat food.
Simple control will be clear to any user. The design provides a timer with a maximum duration of 60 minutes, and an audible notification after the expiration of the operating time; convenient buttons. Inside the oven is covered with stainless steel. Door of mirror type, opens with a handle.
There is no turntable on the ceramic bottom, thanks to which the microwaves are evenly distributed and the dishes are cooked even better. Also in this model with a flat bottom, you can put dishes of any shape, for example, a rectangular baking sheet.
The price starts from 9 rubles.
BURNING MO4250CLB
Exquisite model in retro style from the company “Gorenie” does not provide for a swivel plate in the design. When cooking or warming up, the user chooses a container of any shape. The flat bottom contributes to the rational use of internal space and easy maintenance of surfaces.
Features:
- volume – 20 liters;
- dimensions: 47x28x36,7 cm (WxDxH);
- inside covered with enamel;
- product weight – 12,2 kg;
- microwaves 800 W;
- power adjustment, 5 levels;
- control – mechanics with rotary switches;
- timer for half an hour;
- there is a defrost mode;
- backlit camera;
- sound alarm;
- hinged door, opens with a handle.
The price is from 7 rubles.
User reviews:
Irina G.
I would not recommend it to anyone, despite the stylish design. It heats up for a very long time, nothing is clear with the regulators. And the timer generally lives its own life – in general, the management sucks.
Svetlana I.
Dissatisfied with the purchase, sorry for the money spent. Previously, before buying reviews did not believe – and in vain! There are pluses, but they are few: the design, all the girlfriends were envious. Everything else is a disadvantage:
- does not heat water;
- warms a cup of tea for 10 minutes;
- the food is cold, no matter how warm.
Prior to this built-in Samsung served faithfully for many years, warmed like a beast. And this is a misunderstanding.
I didn’t give it back – it’s in the kitchen for design, but I cook and heat it in the oven.
Caso IMCG25
This 900W microwave combines inverter microwaves, grill and convection, making it ideal for home use. Significantly saves electricity compared to a conventional microwave, and the inverter constantly maintains power.
The user has 15 auto programs that will make cooking a variety of dishes simple and fast. You can also grill, reheat and defrost foods.
The bottom, covered with a ceramic layer, allows the waves to be distributed evenly, processing products from all sides. The absence of a table makes it possible to use square and rectangular plates.
Features:
- volume – 25 liters;
- grill heating element of a new type for 2050 W;
- convection, 2050 W;
- 5 levels of power regulation;
- the door opens with a handle;
- chamber walls (except for the bottom) – stainless steel;
- weight – 13,95 kg;
- case dimensions: 51,4×49,9×30,5 cm (WxDxH).
The country of origin is Germany. The cost is from 23 rubles.
Detailed overview Hotpoint-Ariston MWHA 2622 MB
The magnetron is located below, rotates inside the structure (FlatBed technology). Among other things, a quartz-type grill, self-cleaning function, convenient operation and the ability to save your own recipes in memory are provided.
The case is made in black glossy design, beautiful black glass on the door, glass control panel. But the user must be prepared that, as with any shiny dark surface, fingerprints will be visible on the technique.
Fact! The dark glass on the door instantly becomes transparent when the device is in operation to observe the cooking process.
This technique can be safely installed close to the wall – air circulation will not be disturbed. The power cord is dressed in a fairly dense braid, its length is 0,9 meters, located on the right side of the case. The stove is mounted on plastic legs: one large mono-leg in front, and two small legs in the back.
This is not the most compact model, its dimensions are: 49x32x42,6 cm, and the volume is 25 liters. Inside, a dish up to 40 cm in length is quietly placed, which a conventional 30-liter microwave cannot afford.
- Door opening from below.
- If you open it in the middle of work, the microwave will stop.
- Another safety plus: 4 cm thick walls for good thermal insulation.
- Inside the chamber there is a layer of enamel, there are holes for ventilation and lighting.
- The bottom of the chamber is black, decorated with a decorative pattern.
There is a small display on the control panel. When the oven is on standby, the time is displayed on the screen and the countdown is on when cooking. Under the screen there are buttons-hints for autoprograms. Touch switches are provided for control, only one mechanical type button is for starting. The cooking time is selected using the adjusting ring, the power level or the desired recipe is selected in the same way.
Three modes of operation of the oven are available to the user: microwave, grill and combo. In the first, there are 7 power levels in the range from 90 to 800 W, it is regulated not by turning off the magnetron, as in budget models, but by reducing the intensity of the wave. In the other two, you can choose the time; the combined power is the highest, the grill always runs at 1000 watts (quartz consumes 1350 watts).
Speaking of defrosting, this model has as many as 4 modes: on the first one, the time is regulated, and in the rest, you can set the weight of the product. Frosts thaw evenly, there are no cases when there is ice inside the meat, and it is already fried on top.
The Auto Cook button launches the Auto Cook option. There are only 9 automatic modes, among them are such delicacies as bolognese meat, bruschetta, salmon with vegetables, meat pie, etc. In the user manual you will find detailed recipes for each of the dishes.
A child lock is included to keep curious playboys safe by pressing the buttons on the beautiful device. To get out of the lock, you need to open and close the door and select the mode – the kids are unlikely to think of this.
The design is complemented by another innovation – steam cleaning. To do this, a container of water is placed in the stove, auto-cleaning is pressed and the start button is pressed. After 11 minutes of work and evaporation of all the water, the remaining dirt is wiped off with a napkin or paper towel – the microwave is clean to a shine.
Test MWHA 2622 MB
Defrosting chicken thighs. When trying to defrost the legs, the experts encountered a problem in determining the exact weight. The process lasted 9 minutes.
Warm up. The dish that was used as a test dish was meat with a side dish. Full power was turned on. There was no significant difference compared to turntable stoves. But it didn’t take much time either, the dish warmed up in 3 minutes.
Important! In both tested modes, the microwave makes noise, but not strong. Surfaces hardly get hot. If you plan to use it only for defrosting and heating, you can build it into a kitchen set.
Cooking. The experts decided to cook what is cooked in almost every family – vegetables. To do this, we took the following products: potatoes, eggplant, bell peppers, beets, carrots and tomatoes.
The stove has been converted to AutoCook. Vegetables are cut into cubes, 0,5 cups of water and spices are added to them. One cycle is enough for a small portion of vegetables, at least 2 per kilogram. The regimen takes 9 minutes. A couple of minutes before the end of the cycle, vegetables were sprinkled with grated parmesan. The output turned out to be soft, absolutely cooked vegetables, and the potatoes did not fall apart at all.
Bottom line: the result is no worse than on the stove or in the oven, but the time spent is many times less. At the same time, the surface heated up significantly, but you can put your hand calmly, you will not burn yourself.
This model is much more convenient than the traditional one and has an increased capacity. But speaking of cooking, defrosting and reheating, it all takes the same amount of time as in a conventional microwave oven.
Are there any downsides? Poor equipment: in the box there is only a grill grate; no “crisp” mode; no programming. With perfect design, a chameleon door, automatic cleaning, a panel lock, AutoCook programs and other advantages, the technique can still be called quite successful.
Choosing a microwave oven without a turntable, you will not speed up the cooking process too much (12-13%), but you will significantly expand the possibilities due to the large capacity. You will also need less cleaning time. The main thing is to choose the right model. Happy shopping!