Pensofal Aluminum Lid PEN4952 for 16 cm cookware

Pensofal Aluminum Lid PEN4952 for 16 cm cookware is a replacement cover designed to fit pots and pans with a 16 cm diameter. Manufactured from lightweight aluminum, the lid provides uniform heat distribution and helps retain steam and moisture during simmering or steaming. Its simple design makes it suitable for everyday kitchen use and for restoring compatibility to cookware with a matching rim size.

Advantages

The aluminum construction ensures quick and even heat conduction while keeping overall weight low for easy handling. A close-fitting rim helps trap heat and moisture, improving cooking efficiency and reducing evaporation. The lid's plain design allows compatibility with a range of cookware that share the same 16 cm diameter, offering a practical and cost-effective replacement option.

Suitable for

• Small saucepans and pots with a 16 cm diameter
• Simmering, steaming, and gentle boiling
• Everyday home cooking and reheating
• Replacing lost or damaged lids on compatible cookware

Key specifications

• Material: aluminum
• Designed diameter: 16 cm (fits cookware with 16 cm rim)
• Weight: lightweight construction for easy handling
• Function: retains heat and moisture during cooking
• Compatibility: suitable for cookware with a matching rim size

How to use

Select a pot or pan with a 16 cm rim and position the lid so it sits squarely on the edge. Use during simmering, steaming or boiling to maintain temperature and reduce liquid evaporation. When removing the lid during cooking, lift it away from your face and hands to avoid steam burns. After use, clean the lid according to the cookware care instructions and dry thoroughly before storage.

Recommendations

Do not use the lid in direct flame if the cookware manufacturer advises against open-flame exposure for aluminum lids. Inspect the seating edge regularly for deformation to ensure a proper fit; replace if the rim no longer sits evenly. Clean with warm soapy water and avoid abrasive cleaners that can scratch the surface.