A Built in Microwave Oven Combo Offers Convenience and Versatility
A microwave oven that is built-in incorporates your wall oven and your microwave into one appliance. They can help free up space on your countertops and give your kitchen a modern aesthetic.
These models feature powerful broilers that cook evenly and microwaves that heat food quickly. They also offer a wide selection of cooking options different foods.
Size
Combining the convenience of a microwave oven with the versatility of a wall oven and a built-in microwave and wall oven combination is a great solution for many kitchens. Explore our entire range of microwaves that combine with wall ovens to find the right fit for your home. Be sure to read the cutout specifications and the installation guide for the model you select to ensure it works in your space. Ovens And Hobs & wall oven models include microwave and wall oven models that come in a variety of colors, styles and finishes to complement any style. Also, look out for features like smart and convenient digital controls, a power-cook function, and built-in self-cleaning options to help save time.
Convenience
A microwave oven with built-in features will free up space on your counters and give your kitchen a sleeker appearance. It can be used to heat leftovers, frozen food, and packaged food items. It also eliminates the requirement for an additional countertop appliance or a bulky stand-alone wall oven. A combination microwave oven could also be a good choice for those who want to modernize your kitchen without undergoing any major renovation projects.
Microwave oven combos are available in a variety of different styles to match your kitchen's decor. Some microwave oven combos have doors that swing out right to left or drop-down designs that open the same way as traditional ovens. You can also purchase microwave ovens that open through a drawer like a cabinet. The microwave drawers are easy to reach and are perfect for smaller spaces where you want to minimize the use of counter space.
Combination microwaves are also equipped with many features that can simplify meal preparation and make it more efficient. For instance, certain models come with sensors that allow you to steam your food and automatically adjusts the time and temperature of your food items to ensure you receive perfect steaming of your fish and vegetables. Other features include the broil element, which allows you to quickly melt cheese and brown your favorite food. Crispwave(tm) is meanwhile, can grill, bake and crisp food.
When choosing a microwave combination, you should consider how often you'll use each function. If you'll use the oven portion of your combo more than the microwave, you may prefer a double wall oven. A combo oven has a smaller capacity than an oven that is a standalone unit.
Once you've decided on an oven and microwave combination to meet your needs, consider the installation process. Over-the range models are mounted over your cooktop or stove and connect to an electrical outlet. Built-in microwaves are inserted on walls or cabinets in your kitchen. Some models even have trim kits that let you seamlessly match your new microwave with your existing kitchen cabinets.
Energy Efficiency
Built-in microwave ovens are a great option for those with smaller kitchens in their house or apartment. They can save the space in cabinets that would be occupied by two separate appliances and they also can help reduce energy consumption. They are more energy efficient than traditional wall ovens and offer an efficient method to cook. They can also be used to cook food or warm dishes. This eliminates the requirement for other appliances, such as toasters or warming plates.
DOE performs several analyses when evaluating the possibility of amending energy conservation standards. These include technology and market assessments, screening analyses, engineering analyses and a national impact assessment (NIA). In this SNOPR, DOE will utilize its existing engineering analysis on microwave ovens to determine the level of efficiency improvement is possible for this product category.
In the engineering analysis, DOE will compare the design parameters of a microwave against a set of energy performance goals. The engineering analysis will then determine the maximum improvement in energy efficiency that is technologically feasible based on the most advanced microprocessor-controlled model available on the market or in working prototypes, or the maximum reduction in energy consumption that is technically achievable with the current technologies available for this product class.
As part of the NIA, DOE will evaluate the impacts on consumers for each product category, including lifecycle cost savings, and simple payback time ("PBP"). DOE will use its Government Regulatory Impact Model with an adaptation for microwave ovens to calculate industry net present value ("NPV").
DOE will also evaluate the impact on manufacturers and will employ an industry-specific cash flow model that is modified to fit this particular product to calculate manufacturing NPV. In addition, DOE will consider the potential impact on small business manufacturers and other subgroups of manufacturers to identify any that may be disproportionately affected by these proposals.
DOE will also examine whether the test procedure for microwave ovens requires to be revised to include active mode power consumption as well as an integrated energy use metric. Currently, the test procedures only address the use of standby mode power.
Design
Microwaves generate heat by causing water molecules to vibrate in food. Wall ovens are based on the circulation of hot air, while microwaves depend on waves to cause food molecules to vibrate. Combination wall ovens blend these two distinct appliances into one unit that saves kitchen space and offers sleek, modern design. However, it is important to think about your needs and budget before investing in a combo wall oven. Some of the combination ovens we rated have design or performance issues.