Features, advantages and disadvantages of "Seaton" cast iron pans
The frying pan is an irreplaceable assistant to the cook. Currently on the market there is a huge variety of these products - both cast iron and aluminum. This article will focus on the products of Dnepropetrovsk Research and Production Enterprise "Seaton", its advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advertised advantages of Ukrainian-made cast-iron pans include the following:
- profitability;
- ecological cleanliness;
- strength;
- durability;
- a large number of models;
- ease of washing;
- unique technology of casting and further processing of metal.
The disadvantages of such dishes are:
- heavy weight;
- non-removable handle (inability to use for cooking in the oven).
Model overview
NPP "Seaton" produces many different pans - both just cast iron and with various coatings. The tables below show data by product model. Dimensions are in centimeters.
Frying pans with wooden handle
External radius | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
Wall height | 3,5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Bottom radius | 7,5 | 8,5 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
Weight, kg | 1,2 | 1,4 | 1,7 | 2,1 | 2,4 |
Notes (edit) | There are models with a smooth and grooved bottom | There are models with a smooth and grooved bottom | There are models with a smooth and grooved bottom |
Similar models are also produced with a cast metal handle.
Enamelled frying pans with wood handle, matt finish on the outside and inside
External radius | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
Wall height | 3,5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Bottom radius | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
Weight, kg | |||||
Notes (edit) | There are models with a smooth and grooved bottom | There are models with a smooth and grooved bottom | There are models with a smooth and grooved bottom |
Enamelled frying pans with wood handle, matt lining and glossy outer
External radius | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
Wall height | 3,5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Bottom radius | |||||
Weight, kg | |||||
Notes (edit) | Various color variations, there are models with a smooth and grooved bottom | Various color variations | Various color variations, there are models with a smooth and grooved bottom | Various color variations, there are models with a smooth and grooved bottom | Various color variations, there are models with a smooth and grooved bottom |
Cast-handle enamelled frying pans with matt lining and glossy outer
External radius | 10 | 11 | 12 |
Wall height | 3,5 | 4 | 4 |
Bottom radius | |||
Weight, kg | |||
Notes (edit) | Various color variations | Various color variations | Various color variations, there are models with a smooth and grooved bottom |
Frying pans
External radius | 10 | 11,5 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
Wall height | 5,4 | 6 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Bottom radius | 7 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 9,5 | 10,5 |
Weight, kg | 1,4 | 1,8 | 2,1 | 1,9 | 2,2 | 2,4 |
Notes (edit) | Volume 2 l |
Grill pans
External radius | 10 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 17 |
Wall height | 3,5 | 4 | |||
Bottom diameter | 15 | 21 | 21 | 28 | 28 |
Weight, kg | 1,3 | 2 | 2,3 | 3,5 | 3,6 |
Notes (edit) | Wood handle | square |
External radius | 13 | 13 | 14 | 17 |
Wall height | 4 | 4,0 | 4,0 | 4 |
Bottom radius | 10,5 | 10,5 | 14 | 14 |
Weight, kg | 2 | 2,3 | 3,5 | 3,6 |
Notes (edit) | With a press 2.7 kg | With a press 2.7 kg | Square, with a press 3.9 kg | With a press 5.7 kg |
And also grill pans are produced in enamel variations, with a matte finish.
Frying pans WOK
External radius | 13 | 15 | 13 | 15 |
Wall height | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 |
Bottom radius | 4,26 | 5,0 | ||
Weight, kg | 2 | 2,6 | ||
Notes (edit) | Enamelled, matte finish | Enamelled, matte finish |
Portion pans
External radius | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Wall height | 2 | 3,5 | 2 | 3,5 |
Bottom radius | 9 | 7,5 | 9 | 7,5 |
Weight, kg | 1,1 | 1,2 | 1,1 | 1,2 |
Notes (edit) | Without handles | With two molded handles | Without handles, enamelled with matte finish | With two molded handles, enamelled with matte finish |
External radius | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Wall height | 2 | 3,5 | 3,5 |
Bottom radius | 9 | 7,5 | |
Weight, kg | 1,1 | 1,2 | |
Notes (edit) | With two cast handles, enamelled, with matt inner coating and outer gloss, four color options | With two cast handles, enamelled, with matt inner coating and outer gloss, four color options | With two cast handles, enamelled, with matt inner and outer cover, five options |
As can be seen from the above data, the largest diameter of ordinary Seaton products is 28 cm, the smallest is 20 cm. For pans intended for grilling, these indicators are 34 and 20 cm, respectively.
Customer Reviews
Most consumers are satisfied with products from Ukraine. Among the advantages are the durability, reliability, hygiene of these pans. A plus in the eyes of buyers is also the possibility of using cast iron cookware. on any hob - gas, electric and even induction hobs.
Some complain about the large mass and, as a result, the inconvenience of using on weight and washing - their hands get tired. And also many complain about the impossibility of washing in the dishwasher - after that, corrosion spots may appear.
Among the shortcomings they note fixed handle - this prevents the use of dishes for roasting meat (fish) in the oven.
See the video below for an overview of the "Seaton" cast iron frying pan 28 cm.
