Thermador SGSX365FS Design Guide - Gas Cooktops - Page 3

GAS COOKTOPS FeATUreS & BeNeFITS The MOST POWerFUL 30-INCh GAS COOKTOP Thermador offers an impressive 30-inch gas cooktop with 5 burners, including a center-mounted power burner, and 52,000 BTUs of overall heat output. This gives you the functionality of a 36-inch cooktop in a compact kitchen environment. THERMADOR EXCLUSIVE eXCLUSIve, PATeNTeD STAr® BUrNer DeSIGN FOr SUPerIOr PerFOrMANCe We've redesigned the burner for even better performance. Single point ignition and maximum output has increased to 18,000 BTU/hr, and a new porting pattern improves burner performance. WhY A STAr DISTrIBUTeS heAT BeTTer ThAN A CIrCLe The Star Burner's unique shape creates a perimeter 56% longer than a comparable round burner, with more flame ports. The result is a burner with superior flame spread and a reduced cold spot which delivers faster and more even heating. 35 ports / 16 3/4" perimeter 28 ports / 10 3/4" perimeter MASTerPIeCe DeSIGN With chiseled edges and a trapezoid control panel, these cooktops were designed to coordinate perfectly with the entire Masterpiece line of appliances. The Star Burner's coverage area allows for more ports and more flame distribution than a round burner. eXTrALOW® BUrNerS A Thermador exclusive, this setting cycles the burner on and off to maintain 200 BTU/hr, perfect for melting chocolate or heating delicate sauces. THERMADOR EXCLUSIVE The design of the Star Burner offers wider heat coverage, resulting in a smaller cold spot. THERMADOR EXCLUSIVE ILLUMINATeD CONTrOL PANeL WITh MeTAL KNOBS Metal knobs have blue progressive illumination that adjusts to indicate whether the burner is on regular or ExtraLow settings. THERMADOR EXCLUSIVE 112