A cast iron hob is a type of electric hob that uses classic raised hotplates for heating. These hotplates are made of cast iron, which is a durable alloy of iron and carbon. Beneath each of them is a heating coil that heats it up. This type of hob is characterized by slower heating, but on the other hand, they have a high heat accumulation capacity. This means that the hotplates remain hot long after being switched off, which can be used, for example, for finishing cooking food or maintaining its temperature without further energy consumption.