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How do temperature sensors work? They are devises to measure temperature readings through electrical signals. The Medical Temperature Sensor is made up of two metals, which generate electrical voltage or resistance once it notices a change in temperature. The temperature sensor plays a critical role in maintaining a specific temperature within any equipment used to make anything from medicine to beer. To produce these types of content, the accuracy and responsiveness of the temperature and temperature control are critical to ensuring the end product is perfect. Temperature is the most common physical measurement type in industrial applications. Accurate measurements are vital in ensuring the success of these processes. There are many applications that are not-so-obvious, which use temperature sensors. Melting chocolate, using a blast furnace, controlling a hot air balloon, freezing substances in a lab, running a motor vehicle, and firing a kiln.

The below contact temperature sensors:

A thermometer is generally what we think of when we think of temperature – particularly the mercury-filled glass tube. However, there are several types of thermometers available: Glass Thermometer: as above mercury/ ethanol glass tube. Ethanol is now the main liquid used in these thermometers.

Bi-Metal Thermometer: this thermometer type consists of a connected gauge and stem. The tip of the sensor has a spring that is attached to a rod, leading up to the gauge needle. The spring sits inside the stems sensing the end. When heat is applied to the sensing coil, movement in the coil is created which causes the needle in the gauge to move – thus displaying the temperature.

Gas-filled & Liquid Thermometer: These thermometers are similar in terms of how they work. There is a bulb either filled with gas or liquid. This is situated inside the sensing end of the probe. When heated, the gas expands/liquid heats up which signals the attached rod to move the needle to the temperature being measured.

Digital Thermometer: A digital thermometer uses a probe such as a thermocouple or a resistance temperature detector (RTD). The temperature is measured using the probe (sensing end) and displayed as a digital reading.

The below is a Non-contact temperature sensor

Infrared sensors determine temperatures from a distance, by measuring the thermal radiation emitted by an object or heat source. The applications for these are often in high temperatures or hazardous environments where you need to maintain a safe distance away from a particular body. ; Thermal imaging and infrared sensors are the most common type of non-contact temperature sensors, and are used in the following circumstances: Fever detection or when the target object is moving (such as on a conveyor belt or within moving machinery), if it’s a great distance away if there’s a dangerous surrounding environment (such as high voltages) or at extremely high temperatures where a contact sensor would not function appropriately.

There are a variety of places in which PVC panels can be installed around the home. One of the most popular is the bathroom, where the panels can be installed on the ceiling or floor. Bathroom PVC panels can also be used to create a wet room.

Along with their popular use in bathrooms, PVC panels can also be used on kitchen walls. Their easy-to-clean nature means that any spillages can be wiped and removed instantly without leaving a permanent mark.

When it comes to our homes, many people try to keep up-to-date with current interior design trends whilst ensuring that they’re practical and visually attractive.

PVC wall panels are becoming increasingly popular for this reason. Simply put, these panels, made of PVC material, can come in a variety of patterns and designs and are becoming preferential over other wall alternatives such as tiles or paint.

The advantages of PVC walls

PVC panels provide homeowners with many benefits, including:

Durability

Due to its material, this type of wall panel is easy to clean. Any marks or stains on the panel can be removed instantly with a damp cloth and some dish soap, making them last much longer than other bathroom walling solutions.

PVC panels are also much more hygienic than other wall types. This is because once they have been installed in your bathroom or kitchen, the panels are mildew-resistant and prevent bacteria from growing.

Because PVC panels are such low maintenance, they’re a fantastic alternative for busy homeowners, who are looking to reduce the time they spend cleaning traditional tiled walls.

Waterproof and fire-resistant

In a bathroom or busy kitchen environment, it’s essential that the walls you have installed are waterproof and won’t be damaged by condensation or splashes of water.

As is often the case with painted walls, a humid environment can cause paint to break down and peel off the wall. However, PVC panels are designed to be completely water-resistant, meaning that they’re safe to use in a wet room

As well as being waterproof, these panels are also fire-resistant, so are safe to install in your home. You can also purchase internal fire-resistant cladding panels for your bathroom ceiling – and these are available in a variety of effects.

Easy installation

Unlike tiles, the traditional wall of choice for older properties, PVC panels are extremely easy to install. So much so that if you have a bit of DIY knowledge, you could even install them yourself!

This easy installation comes as a result of the panels covering a much larger surface area than tiles. They don’t require grout to be used, making them a fantastic alternative to tiled bathroom walls.

Incredible Ergonomic Value

Consider this: Your spine is not a straight line, it curves inward as it approaches your waistline, yet a traditional hiking bag alone distributes weight straight down as if your spine did not curve. By offsetting that weight with a counterweight on the lower front portion of your body, you bring the weight distribution into alignment with your body’s natural shape. If you were to carry the same load in your pack before adding our Body Packs to your front, effectively carrying additional weight in them, you’ll definitely feel as though you carried less after a few hours, not more. By aligning the load with your body’s desired shape, it will feel as though you’re carrying much, much less than you are.

They’re Handy, Too

The term “handy” was made to refer to things that are conveniently close at hand; what could be more close at hand than packs that you can actually rest your hands upon? Even the best hiking bags in the world can’t give you access to the things you’ll need while you’re blazing the trail. By now, you’re probably used to stopping to get anything you need out of your pack, replacing it, re-hoisting your pack, and then moving on; maybe you have a buddy do the pack digging for you, but neither case allows you to continue moving as you do so. With our Balance Packs, accessing the things you need to keep “handy” will be easier than ever before. Plus, since you’ll receive the ergonomic benefits mentioned above, you won’t want to stop and dig through your pack nearly as often anyway!

Is it a backpack? Is it a pannier? No, it’s a bicycle bag! Incredibly handy, these essential accessories combine all the advantages of a backpack with the convenience of a pannier. What exactly are the benefits? We will explain them to you.

1. Comfortable carrying

It might surprise you, but a bike basket is very comfortable to carry indeed! A Basil backpack comes fully padded, meaning it feels fantastic when worn.

2. Easy attachment to your luggage carrier

Even better for your back is the fact these backpacks attach to the luggage carrier of your bike with the handy hook-on system. This prevents you from arriving at your destination needlessly hot, bothered, and sweaty.

3. More stability when cycling

When you hook a Bicycle Bag to your luggage carrier, you can enjoy a much more stable ride than if you were cycling with it on your back thanks. What’re more, stable means safe!

Want to know which bike backpack suits you best? ;

Bicycle bags come in all shapes and sizes, with different options for various occasions. A bicycle backpack for commuting meets different requirements from one that’s intended for recreational use, for example. This also means that each backpack has unique characteristics. For example, a bag designed for the school commute will have a padded laptop compartment, while a bag for long or short-haul bike trips will have various compartments where you can stow away your essentials and take them with you. To find the ideal bag for each moment, we’ve prepared a handy bicycle rucksack guide. With this at hand, you’ll be able to pick out the perfect backpack for you.

Bras are an essential part of every women’s wardrobe. But, have you wondered what the uses of a bra are? ;

There never goes a day for women without wearing a bra. However, have you ever wondered what the use of a bra is? Why should women wear a bra? Well, the first bra came into the picture in 1914. And gradually, bras became an essential part of women’s wardrobes. However, even today, most women find it refreshing and comfortable to take off their bar after a long tiring day. But did you know that there are various uses of bra, which benefit us in many ways? Unhooking and throwing your bra across the bed after a hectic day feels like bliss. But here are the advantages of wearing a bra.

1. Prevent Sagging

Women’s breasts are made of fats and glands. Even though the ligaments provide the necessary support, breasts eventually sag in almost every woman. And to avoid this, girls should wear a bra. Wearing a bra lifts the breasts and helps prevent sagging up to some extent.

2. Offer Support

As against popular belief, the primary use of a women's bra is not simply enhancing the appearance of your breasts. A good bra should offer excellent support to your breasts and enhance your comfort. UNIQLO’s high-quality collection of bras is specially designed to provide incredible support to breasts as well as shoulders. This also helps improve your posture, especially if you have heavy breasts.

3. High Comfort

It’s during sleep that wearing a bra can make women most uncomfortable. However, going braless for a whole day can also cause discomfort to you. The pulls and bounces of breasts during the day’s activity can lead to pain. That is why wearing a bra is important. UNIQLO’s wide range of wireless bras is smartly designed to provide you with the perfect fit with lightweight. This means ultra comfort all day long!

4. Better Shape

Many women today are not confident about their breasts - their size, gap, and shape. Due to this reason, some women opt for other cosmetic treatments as well, which are unnecessary in most cases. But did you know wearing a good quality bra can also do the trick? Among many uses of a bra helping make peace with the flaws is one. Wearing the right type of bra can help you hold your breast in better shape. So you can be more confident in your body.

5. Increased Confidence

What you wear under your beautiful dress can play a significant role in how you feel about yourself and carry yourself. You should feel confident to carry yourself on every occasion. A well-fitted and comfortable bra can enhance your posture, and body language and subsequently boost confidence.

Steel pipe elbow (sometimes also referred to as bends) is a key part of a pressure piping system used to change the fluid flow direction. It is used to connect two pipes with the same or different nominal diameters, and to make the pipe and thus the fluid direction turn to a certain direction of 45 degrees or 90 degrees. This change in fluid flow direction adds pressure losses to the system due to impact, friction, and re-acceleration.

Classification of Steel Pipe Elbows

Types of Elbows based on Direction Angle

According to the fluid flow direction of the pipes, elbows can be divided into different degrees, such as 45 degrees, 90 degrees, and 180 degrees, which are the most common elbows. Also, there are 60-degree and 120-degree elbows for some special pipelines. This degree is just a representation of the angle by which the fluid flow is going to change after flowing through the said elbow.

Types of Elbows based on Length and Radius

Elbows are split into two groups which define the distance over which the flowing fluid change direction; the centerline of one end to the opposite face. This is known as the “Center to Face” distance and is equivalent to the radius through which the elbow is bent.

If the radius is the same as pipe diameter (Center-to-Face dimension of 1.0 X diameter ), it is called Short Radius Elbow (SR elbow) used normally for low pressure and low-speed pipelines or in tight areas where clearance is the main issue. If the radius is larger than the pipe diameter (Center-to-Face dimension of 1.5 X diameter) then we call it a Long Radius Elbow (LR Elbow) used for high pressure and high flow rate pipelines.

Types of Elbows based on Connection with Pipe

As per the connection with pipe, elbows could be classified as Butt Welded elbows, Socket Welded elbows, and Threaded elbows.

Butt Welded Elbow

A buttweld elbow is a steel elbow formed by hot pressing or forging. Its connection form is to directly weld the elbow and steel pipe. Butt-welded elbows have beveled ends to allow for ease of welding. This bevel allows for full penetration weld in most cases. Butt-welded elbows are mainly used for elbows with higher pressure and temperature.

Socket Welded Elbow

Socket weld elbow is also welded to the pipe and fittings end. Unlike the butt weld elbow, the socket weld elbow has a trapezoidal area at the end. We can insert the pipe end into this area (the diameter of the SW elbow is matched with the outer diameter of the pipe), then do welding work to connect them together. Therefore, the actual diameter of the SW elbow end is greater than the elbow diameter.

Threaded Elbow

The shape of the threaded elbow is similar to the SW elbow, except that the inner surface of the trapezoidal area has been machined into thread. It is easier to install and remove, good for pipeline repair and maintenance.

There is a wide range of low melting alloys available. Yet some are restricted in their use based on their brittleness, toxicity, and reactive qualities. Some of these elements are bismuth, gallium, tin, indium, zinc, cadmium, tellurium, antimony, thallium, mercury, and lead. Many of these minerals may also be additives placed during the formation of the low melting alloys. ;

Density Characteristics

One of the main reasons for using low melting alloys is due to how it changes when it melts and then solidify. Some alloys are eutectic and will become pure liquid instantly, while others are Non-Eutectic and will transition through a semi-liquid state that has a type of slushy texture before becoming liquids. Low melting alloys will also change in density when solidifying. Alloys such as bismuth and gallium will expand greatly when in their liquid state and then become dense when changing back into a solid.

Knowing the density of the alloy is important as the manufacturer needs to know how much it will shrink or expand. If the metal shrinks too much, it may not create the proper bond with other materials, or have the required strength it needs to withstand stresses. If it expands too much, it can become brittle when changing back into a solid as the alloy might fail during the operation of the product or equipment.

The varying densities of the alloys can also be important to manufacturers based on how they plan to use the alloy. For delicate jewelry, you may not want a material to expand too much as it could end up damaging the surrounding metal that needs to remain intact. You also need to pay attention to the elongation, strength, tensile modulus, and yield strength of the alloy during the manufacturing process.

Bismuth-based: Bismuth alloys will have a composition that is less of a ductile characteristic than tin, as it can become brittle. Manufacturers use bismuth due to its expansion qualities when it melts and then solidifies as it can expand to up to 3.3%. The more bismuth is in an alloy, the more it expands. It is less expensive than other alloys that are featured and the least toxic as it can be used in applications where there is drinking water present. ;

Bismuth compounds account for about half the production of bismuth. They are used in cosmetics; pigments; and a few pharmaceuticals, notably bismuth subsalicylate, used to treat diarrhea. Bismuth's unusual propensity to expand as it solidifies is responsible for some of its uses, such as in the casting of printing type. Bismuth has unusually low toxicity for heavy metals. As the toxicity of lead has become more apparent in recent years, there is increasing use of bismuth alloys (presently about a third of bismuth production) as a replacement for lead.

A Brief Introduction To The Indium Alloy

Indium alloy is generally divided into binary alloys, ternary alloys, and multi-component alloys.

Generally, the melting temperature of indium alloy mainly composed of indium is relatively low, which is mainly used as some low melting point alloys or solders.

While some alloys have very little indium content, indium mainly plays a role in modification, such as improving the strength of non-ferrous metal alloys, improving their ductility, abrasion resistance, corrosion resistance, and changing the color of precious metals.

Classification Of The Indium Alloy

Generally, the indium alloy can be divided into 5 categories, which are bearing alloys, ferromagnetic alloys, memory alloys, decorative alloys, and dental and gemstone alloys. The following is a brief introduction to the 5 types of indium alloy:

1. Bearing Alloy

Bearing alloys are widely used in the aviation and automotive industries. The bearing alloys mainly used in the manufacture of high-speed engine bearings include silver-lead-indium alloy, lead-cadmium-indium alloy, cadmium silver-copper-indium, silver-thallium-indium alloy, lead-tin-indium alloy, copper-tin Indium alloy, lead tin antimony arsenic indium alloy.

2. Ferromagnetic Alloy

Ferromagnetic alloys are also called Heusler alloys. The most widely used ferromagnetic alloy is copper manganese indium alloy (Cu / Mn / In).

3. Memory Alloy

Indium thallium alloy (In / Tl) and indium cadmium alloy (In / Cd) are memory alloys, which belong to the new generation of alloys.

4. Decorative Alloy

The addition of indium to the gold-silver-palladium-copper alloy used for ornaments can improve the hardness and durability of the ornaments and increase their color of the ornaments. The commonly used Au75 / Ag20 / In5 alloy is commonly known as “green gold”.

5. Dental And Gemstone Alloy

Indium alloy is also used in dentistry and gemstones. Its composition is usually: gold 5 to 65% / palladium 2 to 30% / silver 10 to 15% / copper 10 to 15% / indium 0.5 to 5%.

What is an Air Conditioning Vent for?

The Air Conditioning Vent is a small opening inside the air conditioner that lets fresh air from the outdoors come in and refresh the stale air in your room. This is also helpful when you want to exhaust out any smoke or unpleasant odor from your room.

How Does An Aircon Vent Work?

Aircon vents are mainly responsible for maintaining your home or office’s air pressure. Additionally, these small openings also keep you safe by filtering out debris that can make its way into your space. Installing one on your ceiling or wall, can also save you from potential additional costs down the line.

They Help Maintain Air Pressure

A functioning aircon system — and an HVAC one — operates by heating and cooling air for indoor air production. As the air that is conditioned gets pushed in, the existing air inside the house or space needs to get pushed out. The aircon vent fulfills this purpose by helping the system to pull the indoor air back and release it outside. This process is what allows people to get and maintain proper air pressure at home or in the office.

They Help Filter Out Debris and Preserve Air Quality

Are you the biggest anti-fan of dust and air impurities? If you are, then you have to thank your aircon system’s aircon vent. Like any home or office space, enclosed spaces are prone to accumulating large amounts of tiny to invisible pollutants at any given time. When inhaled, these harsh elements can affect your health and trigger different allergy-related attacks. What the air conditioner does is absorb air through the aircon filter and trap any contaminant that may affect your home. The aircon vent will also support this process by regulating the air inside and getting rid of any of these impurities.

They Help You Save on Your Energy Bill

If your ducts are installed properly along with your functioning aircon system, then you can expect to save on energy costs as the aircon will be performing at its best tip-top shape. It is also important to entrust the responsibility of installations and maintenance to aircon expert professionals to make sure they are done in compliance with industry standards.

A manual toothbrush is a hand-held brush made out of hard plastic. The toothbrush has soft plastic bristles for cleaning the gums and between the teeth. Manual toothbrushes are manipulated by the person using them, moving the brush up and down over the teeth and gums to remove plaque, food, and debris.

Tools similar/equivalent to a toothbrush have existed as early as 3500 BC, and have been around since then. The following are their benefits (for modern toothbrushes at least!):

Speed control - Manual brushes not only allow for more speed control but also provide users with a greater ability to adjust pressure around areas that are sensitive or painful.

They are customizable – Manual toothbrushes have almost a limitless variation. They are obtainable in a wide range of head sizes: small, medium, and large sizes, and several have a convenient tongue cleaner on the back. They are also available in different grips, angles, lengths, and bristle stiffness, i.e. soft, medium, or hard. They also come in limitless color variations.

Easy to travel with – Manual toothbrushes can be carried in a simple case and there are no concerns about damaging them. They are lightweight and almost unbreakable and easy to travel with.

They are affordable – Manual toothbrushes are available at almost any store and at significantly affordable prices.

Easy to maintain – Unlike electric brushes, they don’t need charging, batteries, or any other accessory.

A preform is an intermediate product that is subsequently blown into a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) container. Preforms vary in neck finish, weight, color, and shape, and are specifically designed to meet the needs of customers in different market segments.

Preforms are manufactured from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), so they are called PET preforms. They are produced by RETAL using a highly-accurate injection molding process on equipment from the leading world vendors.

Preform weight depends on the end container’s desired volume. Preforms can be single-layer or multilayer. Barrier preforms provide additional benefits and increased beverage shelf life, thanks to a special layer embedded in several layers of polyethylene terephthalate.

RETAL offers a full assortment of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) preforms for packaging, transporting, and storing drinking water, mineral water, carbonated beverages, juices, nectars, baby food, dairy products, beer, low-alcohol and alcoholic beverages up to 40% abv, edible oil, mayonnaise, ketchup, sauces, household, and cosmetics products

Piano sound boards are thin boards commonly made of spruce approximately 3/8″ thick glued together and extend from the bottom of the piano on a vertical, and the tail of the piano on a grand, to the pin-block and then across the full width of the piano. The soundboard has a crown which is very important to the tone and resonance of the piano. The back of the soundboard has ribs made of wood that are glued to the soundboard to strengthen and support the crown. Wood for soundboards, usually spruce, needs to be light and elastic. ; The best results are obtained when the grain of the soundboard runs parallel to the bridges. ; The bridges are usually made from maple and their primary function is to transfer the string vibration to the soundboard. Older piano soundboards often form cracks, especially where the thin boards are glued together. ; This is not detrimental or life ending for the piano. ; However, it can cause buzzing from certain frequencies. It can be repaired with re-gluing or even shimming. ; Soundboards that have several cracks, mostly due to age and/or large fluctuations in humidity over the life of the board, can lose crowns which would result in dull lifeless tone quality. ; If the crown is lost, soundboard replacement may be necessary to obtain good power and tone. It is best to have a used piano checked by a qualified piano technician to fully evaluate the piano soundboard and its condition.

The sounds available to you when you play are not limited to what you do with your hands. Piano pedals (the levers at your feet) enrich the sound in various ways, opening out possibilities further than the keyboard, from subtle nuances in dynamic to bold changes in the tone.

Types of pedals on a piano

Sustain pedal (right)

Consider an acoustic piano. When a finger is taken away from a key, a “damper” pad stops the note from ringing out. The sustain pedal removes the dampers from the strings, allowing notes to ring out for longer, even when the keys are not held down anymore. That’s why it is also called the “damper” pedal. It is rare to find any piece of music or song that doesn’t use the sustain pedal. Legendary pianist Artur Rubinstein even called it the “soul of the piano”. So If you are learning on a keyboard that doesn’t have built-in pedals, then this is one that you really need. ;

Soft pedal aka “una corda pedal” (left)

Most strings in an acoustic piano are grouped in threes, with each group tuned to the same note. When played normally, the hammer strikes all three at the same time giving a full, bright sound. On a grand piano, the una corda pedal shifts the entire mechanism to the right, so the hammer only hits two of the three strings.

The resulting note is softer. Also, since the strings are hit by a different part of the hammer, the sound is muted and less bright. On older pianos, the hammer would only hit one of the three strings, hence “Una corda” meaning “one string”. On upright pianos, pushing the pedal moves the hammer mechanism closer to the string, making it softer but without altering the tone.

Sostenuto pedal (middle)

This is similar to a sustain pedal. The key difference is that it only holds notes that are already being played at the moment when the pedal is pressed down. Any notes that begin after the pedal is down are not affected, allowing for selective sustain without blurring the sound.

Since the sostenuto pedal is a relatively recent addition to the piano, it is rarely required for pieces before the late 20th century. Even so, many pianists use it when playing the work of earlier, more progressive composers like Debussy and Ravel.

An Electric Hot Pot is an excellent addition to your kitchen. These appliances are perfect for busy homes because they allow you to cook a delicious meal quickly. If you are spending less time in the kitchen, there is more time for fun activities with your family. Here are some great hot pot appliance benefits that everyone will enjoy.

What is a Hot Pot Appliance

A hot pot appliance is an electric cooking appliance that allows you to cook food. This type of unit draws hot water from the base, perfect for cooking foods like vegetables or seafood in broth. You’ll find this appliance is straightforward to use and will save you time when preparing meals for your family.

Hot Pot Appliances Provide Convenience

Hot pot appliances can help to reduce your cooking time significantly. You can use a portable appliance for cooking an entire meal in a matter of minutes. Many appliances let you do all the cooking simultaneously, so you don’t have to wait for each dish to finish individually. Some units even come with interchangeable pots and pans that allow you to cook several dishes at once without juggling multiple appliances. These appliances are perfect for busy people who still want to enjoy homemade meals.

They Are Energy Efficient

These appliances often work on small amounts of energy, so you won’t have to worry about high electricity bills after buying one. Many models take less than five minutes to preheat, which means that they save energy even while you’re waiting for them to finish cooking. Some hot pot appliance reviews even mention the ability of certain appliances to store heat, allowing you to save energy without sacrificing your meal.

Hot Pot Appliances Are Safe

Many people worry about using electrical appliances inside their homes, but modern hot pot appliances are perfectly safe. Many models come with cut-resistant cords, so you won’t have to worry about accidentally cutting the cord with your cooking. The removable pans are also easy to clean because they are dishwasher safe.

Why is it:

The BLAUPUNKT Multifunctional electric hot pot is different from traditional hot pots in that it is a hot pot that can be controlled by lifting and lowering. When the food is cooked, the user can manually control the built-in strainer tray to lift upwards and separate the food from the stock. It also comes with two different baking trays for five different cooking practices. It is perfect for use in scenarios such as family gatherings, outdoor picnics, and gatherings with friends.

Advantages:

1. Its pot body and base are designed separately, the concave base makes it fit more closely to the pot body, making it more stable and more efficient in heating.

2. With a capacity of 5L, the pot can be used for parties of 3 to 8 people.

3. The heating method is different from traditional tube heating, as the base of the pot is made of a unique concentrated heating plate. It has a large heating area and also heats the pot more evenly.

4. This product can be adjusted both in temperature and power, with a maximum power of 1800W and a temperature range of 70-250 degrees. It can cook different ingredients and helps the user to better control the cooking heat level. Its 1800W power is suitable for high-temperature hot pots; 1200W for steaming food at medium temperature; and 600W for slow cooking at low temperature.

5. This product has an automatic lifting function, which allows the user to separate the food by controlling the built-in strainer tray.

6. With five different cooking functions, this product can replace a hot pot, steamer, cooker, frying pan, and snack grill. The user can use it for steaming, boiling, stewing, stir-frying and baking. The dual-purpose cooking method of steaming on top and cooking at the bottom allows for quick food preparation, thus saving the user’s cooking time.

7. The body of this product is made of thickened metal, which is very durable and resistant to deformation. The non-stick coating on the inside of the pan makes it easy to clean.