The total size of the pan (not including the handle). For round models, in this case, the outer diameter is indicated, for square ones — most often the outer size on one of the sides. For sets of several frying pans (see "Quantity in a set"), respectively, data are given for all items from the set.
The smallest modern frying pans are
18 cm,
16 cm, or even
less. Most models fall in the 20 to 28 cm range, with even diameters being much more popular than odd ones. So, products with sizes of
20,
22,
24,
26 and
28 cm are produced noticeably more than models of
21,
23,
25,
27 and 29 cm. And in the largest frying pans, the diameter is
30 cm or more ; There are many such models on the market.
In general, the size primarily depends on the total capacity of the pan and the ability to place certain ingredients on it (a large piece of meat, a whole fish, etc.). The actual volume, however, is also associated with the height of the sides (see below); however, frying pans of the same type tend to be
...similar in this height, and their capacity is characterized primarily by their diameter. In addition, the overall dimensions of the cookware also determine the possibility of using it in a particular oven (if there is such a possibility in principle, see "Functions and Capabilities"); but compatibility with a particular burner is best assessed by the directly claimed bottom diameter (see below) — it is usually less than the total diameter, with rare exceptions.The number of layers of non-stick coating provided in the design of the pan.
See above for more details on such coverage. And the more layers of material applied to the working surface, the more reliable, strong and durable such a surface as a whole is obtained. At the same time, we note that even for the same type of non-stick coatings, the quality of workmanship may be different; and the overall quality of the dishes themselves depends on a number of other parameters. So when choosing, you also need to take into account these parameters — first of all, the price category of the pan, as well as the main material from which it is made. For example, a die-cast aluminium product with a three-layer coating may be more reliable and practical than a low-cost stamped model, for which five such layers are claimed.
However, when comparing models similar in size and materials, this parameter is quite unambiguous: more layers — a better and more advanced coating.
