In most cases, you cannot use an induction burner with a standard glass cooktop. Induction cooking requires a specific type of cookware and a compatible surface, and not all glass cooktops are designed to support induction cooking.
Induction cooktops work by creating an electromagnetic field that directly heats the induction-compatible cookware. This process requires the cookware to be made from ferromagnetic materials like cast iron or certain types of stainless steel. When the induction-compatible cookware is placed on the induction cooktop, the magnetic field induces electrical currents in the cookware, generating heat that cooks the food.
Regular glass cooktops, commonly known as smooth or ceramic glass cooktops, do not have the magnetic properties necessary to support induction cooking. Placing an induction burner on a standard glass cooktop will not work because the cookware will not be able to interact with the magnetic field, and no heat will be generated.
If you want to use an induction burner, you will need to ensure you have an induction-compatible cooktop. Induction cooktops have a special surface that allows them to generate the necessary magnetic fields for induction cooking. These induction cooktops are specifically designed to work with induction-compatible cookware.
If you are unsure whether your glass cooktop supports induction cooking, check the manufacturer's specifications or user manual. If it is an induction-compatible cooktop, it will be clearly indicated. Otherwise, you will need to consider purchasing a separate induction cooktop or a portable induction burner that can be used on a countertop or table.