Empava IDC12B2 2-Burner Induction Cooktop 12 in
- Size: 20 inches
- Power Source: Induction
- Fuel Type: Electric
- Installation Type: Built-In
Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A solid 120V induction drop in for boats, RVs and small kitchens where a wired cooktop is not an option. Buy it for control and cleanup, not for boiling two large pots at once.
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ASIN: B07W193CHLModel: IDC12B2Category: Cooktops
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Overview
Empava's IDC12B2 is a 12 inch two burner induction cooktop on a black ceramic glass surface, running from a standard 120V plug on a 20 amp circuit. It measures 20.5 by 14.12 by 2.12 inches with a 19.5 by 13.5 inch cutout, so it drops in or sits on a counter.
This is the induction option for spaces that never had 240V wiring: boats, RVs, cabins, in law suites and kitchen islands where a full range makes no sense. Empava rates the left burner to 1800W across eight power levels and the right to 1300W across six, with the two sharing a single circuit. Nine temperature settings span 120F to 460F, and a 1 to 179 minute timer shuts the zone off on its own.
- 1800W left burner, 1300W right burner
- 9 temperature settings from 120F to 460F
- Cutout 19.5 in. L x 13.5 in. D
- 120V plug preinstalled, ETL certified
Who it's for
Right for someone converting away from gas in a small galley or adding a second cooking surface, and who already owns or will buy magnetic cookware. It also suits households that want child lock and pan detection as standard. Anyone cooking for a crowd on both burners at once will feel the shared 120V ceiling.
Pros and cons
- Plugs into a standard outlet, no wiring
- Cool glass surface wipes clean quickly
- Child lock and pan sensor come standard
- Timer shuts a zone off unattended
- Magnetic cookware only, no aluminum or copper
- Power sharing slows both burners together
- Needs a dedicated 20 amp breaker
Performance notes
Induction puts energy into the pan itself rather than the glass, which is why the surface stays cool enough to wipe and the kitchen stays cooler than it would with radiant or gas. The catch on any 120V two burner unit is power sharing: the pair draws from one circuit, so running both together splits the available watts and slows a large pot of water noticeably. Pan detection means the element will not fire with an empty zone, and an H indicator flags residual heat after cooking.
Specifications
| Brand | Empava |
|---|---|
| Model | IDC12B2 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 20 incheslower than 80% of 46 cooktops |
| Item Weight | 10.47 poundslower than 85% of 28 cooktops |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 13 × 21 × 5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 2 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Induction |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Wattage | 1800 wattslower than 70% of 28 cooktops |
| Construction & materials | |
| Heater Surface Material | Glass Ceramic |
| Material Type | Glass |
| Color | Black |
| Trim Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Built-In |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Ignition System Type | Electronic |
| Item Type Name | 120V |
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Frequently asked questions
What cookware works on the Empava IDC12B2?
Only magnetic cookware. Most cast iron and magnetic stainless steel pans work; hold a magnet to the base of a pan and if it grips firmly the pan will heat.
Does the Empava IDC12B2 need special wiring?
No. It arrives with a US standard 120V plug already installed, though Empava specifies a 20 amp breaker for the circuit it runs on.
Can both burners run at full power at the same time?
Not quite. The two zones share power on one 120V circuit, so using them together reduces the wattage available to each and lengthens boil times.