VonShef Induction Hob Heat Diffuser Stainless Steel, Medium (23.5cm/9.25") The heat diffuser is mainly helpful when you cook heat sensitive items such as caramel, rice and oats. Even simmering sauces, since you can keep the temperature at low levels. It also distributes the heat evenly, which in return improves the quality of your cooking and most importantly the taste of the food. The item can also be used as a gas hob trivet stabilizer no matter how small the pan is. In addition the diffuser comes with a handle so you can easily move it without the risk of burning yourself. Besides, you can hang it next to your stove for easy and quick access. The heat diffuser is the perfect gadget which allows you to use all of your pans on any induction surface. Therefore, you dont have to buy expensive induction pans, since you can use your current regular ones, avoiding unnecessary costs. The disc of the heat diffuser consists of three layers. The upper and the bottom layers are stainless steel, whereas the middle is aluminum for excellent heat distribution.