What is Base thickness?
Base thickness (mm) & gauge
How thick the metal is at the bottom.
Short answer
Under 3 mm on a frying pan means uneven cooking.
Base thickness when buying a cookware & pans
How thick the metal is at the bottom.
Why it matters: Thicker bases store heat, prevent hot spots and stop dal sticking.
Look for: Under 3 mm on a frying pan means uneven cooking.
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