6x longer lasting non-stick coating than our original Thermolon™
Abrasion is detrimental to ceramic non-stick coatings because it can lead to the degradation of the non-stick properties and the exposure of the underlying metal substrate. Ceramic non-stick coatings, such as Thermolon™, are designed to withstand a significant number of abrasion cycles before the coating wears away.
However, frequent abrasion, especially with abrasive materials like Scotch-Brite pads, can accelerate this wear process, leading to diminished release properties and potential exposure of the substrate. In in-house laboratory testing, the release properties of Thermolon™ coatings are assessed after every 250 abrasion cycles using the Standard Fried Egg Test. This test helps determine the point at which the non-stick properties are compromised. Our latest Thermolon™ 9G can withstand 6x more abrasion cycles compared to the original Thermolon™ before the egg sticks.
While Thermolon coatings have a high abrasion resistance, it is still recommended to avoid abrasive cleaners, brushes, or sponges during cleaning, as they can cause minor scratches or dullness on the surface, which may not be visible to the naked eye but can affect the coating's performance. To maintain the integrity of ceramic non-stick coatings, it is advised to use mild washing-up detergent solutions and soft sponges for cleaning, which help preserve the non-stick properties and extend the longevity of the cookware
2x more dishwasher-resistant non-stick coating than our original Thermolon™
Ceramic non-stick coatings, including Thermolon™, are generally perceived to be vulnerable to frequent dishwasher use due to the harsh conditions inside dishwashers, such as high temperatures, strong detergents, and water pressure. These factors can degrade the non-stick properties over time.
According to testing performed in accordance with EN12875-1, the non-stick properties are evaluated every 10 dishwasher cycles using the Fried Egg Test. If the non-stick properties are reduced to Grade 1 (where the egg sticks) within 125 cycles, it is considered a failure. Thermolon™ coatings, however, have been designed to withstand these conditions. Since their launch in 2007, all Thermolon™ coatings have been able to achieve the pass criterion of maintaining non-stick properties for at least 125 dishwasher cycles. Thermolon™ 9G, in particular, maintains excellent dishwasher resistance, outperforming the original Thermolon™ by a factor 2.
Our best performing non-stick coating, Thermolon 9G
The above tests are examples of non-stick performance testing. All tests we have done on our Thermolon coatings show that the latest Thermolon™ 9G coating performs equally good as or is outperforming previous generations.