The size of a pan is indicated by its diameter (
for round pans) or width (
for square pans). For sets containing objects of different sizes, values for all objects are given in this paragraph.
The volume of the pan directly depends on the size (see below). At the same time, it is also determined by depth; In fact, this means that dishes with the same capacity can vary in size. In such cases, when choosing, it is worth considering that a wider pan heats up faster and more evenly, but requires a larger burner. Actually, the size of the pan should not be less than the size of the burner; this is especially important if you plan to use the dishes on an electric stove.
The smallest pans, sold individually, are
16 cm or less in size, in the largest this figure
can exceed 25 cm. As for sets, their sizes can be quite varied: in the smallest sets, the diameter of the largest pan is
less than 20 cm(although other types of dishes can be larger), in the largest sets, the size is
the same 20 cm(or even
more) has the smallest pan.
The nominal depth of the pot. In most cases, it is a secondary parameter: the manufacturer selects the depth in accordance with the type, size and volume of dishes, and when choosing, you should first of all focus on these characteristics (for more details, see above).