The plates are heated by high-power electric heating elements, so as to guarantee that the temperature will rise rapidly and maintain the preselected values. The temperature can be adjusted from 0 to 300°C in the electric ones. The plates are equipped with splash guards so that the hob can be kept perfectly clean and hygienic. The work surface is slightly sloped so as to send sauces, grease and dressings into the capacious drip tray designed for this purpose. Model equipped with thermostatic temperature control, a safety thermostat and power lights.