De Buyer Inocuivre Copper Saute Pan with Brass Handle 16cm
Product Description
The De Buyer Inocuivre 16cm saute pan is a traditionally constructed copper pan with a solid brass handle, designed for professional kitchens where precise heat control matters. Built from copper,...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 1 Ltr
- Colour
- Copper
- Diameter
- 160
- Dimensions
- 50(H) x 160(W)mm
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Product Description
The De Buyer Inocuivre 16cm saute pan is a traditionally constructed copper pan with a solid brass handle, designed for professional kitchens where precise heat control matters. Built from copper, it offers the kind of responsive, even heat distribution that makes it well suited to sauces, reductions, and other preparations where temperature management is critical.
Copper conducts heat far more efficiently than stainless steel or aluminium, which means the pan responds quickly to changes in burner intensity. In a busy service environment, this translates into greater control during delicate cooking stages — reducing the risk of catching a sauce or overshooting a temperature. The 1 litre capacity makes this a small but practical pan for single-portion work, accompaniments, or mise en place tasks at the stove.
A few things worth noting before purchasing:
- Copper requires more attentive care than stainless steel — avoid abrasive cleaners that may damage the finish
- The brass handle will become hot during use; cloth or a handle guard is essential
- This pan is not suitable for induction hobs — it works on gas, electric, and solid fuel ranges
- At this size, it is a specialist tool rather than a general-purpose pan
The Inocuivre range suits kitchens where classical French techniques are central to the menu, or where front-of-house finishing and presentation cookware is part of the dining concept. At 16cm, this is a supporting pan rather than a workhorse piece — it fits naturally alongside a broader batterie de cuisine. For higher-volume sauce work, larger capacities within the range may be more appropriate.
If you are building out a copper batterie or have questions about whether this size fits your service style, we are happy to talk it through.
Key Features
- Copper construction delivers rapid, highly responsive heat distribution
- 1 litre capacity suited to single-portion sauces and reductions
- Solid brass handle provides a secure, confident grip during service
- Compatible with gas, electric, and solid fuel ranges — not induction
- Lightweight at 750g, well balanced for precise stove-top control
Operational Benefits
- Precise temperature response reduces risk of catching delicate sauces
- Even heat across the base supports consistent results during service
- Compact size allows efficient use of burner space during busy service
- Copper finish supports professional front-of-house presentation work
- Responsive heat control helps operators work faster without sacrificing quality
Specifications
- Capacity
- 1 Ltr
- Colour
- Copper
- Diameter
- 160
- Dimensions
- 50(H) x 160(W)mm
- Freezer safe
- No
- Material
- Copper
- Microwave safe
- No
- Oven proof
- No
- Warranty
- 1 Year
- Weight
- 750g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- No — the De Buyer Inocuivre range is not compatible with induction. It works on gas, electric, and solid fuel heat sources. If your kitchen runs on induction, you would need a different pan with a ferromagnetic base.
- Copper should be hand-washed with a mild detergent and dried promptly to prevent water marks and oxidisation. Avoid abrasive scourers or harsh chemicals, which can damage the surface. Some operators use a dedicated copper cleaner to restore the finish periodically, though this is largely an aesthetic consideration rather than a functional one.
- At 1 litre capacity, the 16cm pan is best suited to single-portion work, small-batch reductions, or finishing tasks rather than bulk cooking. For kitchens producing higher volumes of sauced dishes simultaneously, a larger capacity within the Inocuivre range is likely to be more practical.