Dometic CI20 2-Burner Induction Cooktop, Black Glass
Dometic CI20 2-Burner Induction Cooktop, Black Glass — Product description
The Dometic CI20 puts two induction burners under a sleek pane of black glass, sized to drop right into a boat or RV galley counter. You get fast, efficient heat with no open flame, a surface that stays cooler than gas, and a top that wipes clean in seconds. For anyone going all-electric in the galley, it's a clean upgrade.
The Dometic CI20 is a two-burner induction cooktop built for the galley, not the showroom. If you cook aboard a boat or in an RV and you're tired of fighting a finicky flame in a cramped space, this is the kind of upgrade that changes how you feel about meals on the water. Black glass, a clean 24.4-inch footprint, and two induction zones that heat fast and wipe down in seconds.
Here's what makes induction worth the switch in a galley. There's no open flame, so a gust through an open hatch won't blow out your burner mid-simmer. The glass surface itself stays far cooler than a gas grate or an electric coil, because induction heats the pan directly through a magnetic field, not the cooktop. On a boat that's pitching in a beam sea, that matters. Less radiant heat in the cabin, less risk of a burn when someone stumbles into the galley, and no propane fumes collecting below. For a lot of cruisers, getting the propane out of the boat is reason enough on its own.
The CI20 gives you two cooking zones under one piece of black glass. Enough to run a pot of pasta and a pan of sauce at the same time, which is about all most galley cooks need. The flat glass top means when you're done, you wipe it clean with a cloth. No grates to pull, no burner pans to scrub, no baked-on rings around a gas ring. Dometic rates the surface for easy cleaning and high thermal efficiency, and that efficiency is real. Induction puts heat into the pan instead of the air, so your cabin stays cooler and your cooking is quicker.
Now the honest part, because induction isn't magic. It needs real electrical power to run, and that's the one thing you have to plan for on a boat. This isn't a 12-volt appliance you wire to a house battery and forget. Induction cooktops draw serious current, so you'll be running the CI20 off shore power, a generator, or a good-sized pure sine inverter. If you go the inverter route, size it generously and use pure sine, not modified. Plan a dedicated AC circuit for it, and give the unit some breathing room so heat doesn't build up in a tight cabinet. Plenty of cruisers keep a small single-burner butane backup for the days the batteries are low. That's smart seamanship, not a knock on the cooktop.
One more thing to check before you buy: your cutout. The CI20 measures 24.4 inches wide, 15 inches deep, and 2.75 inches tall. Older boat and RV counters weren't always cut to modern cooktop dimensions, so measure your existing opening before you order. If your current unit was a different size, budget a little time for counter fabrication or a trim kit. Measure twice, cut once, same as always.
Induction also asks something of your cookware. It only works with ferrous, magnetic-bottom pots and pans. Cast iron and most stainless steel are fine. If a magnet sticks to the bottom of your pan, you're good to go. Straight aluminum, copper, or glass cookware won't heat. It's worth doing a quick magnet test on your galley set before the cooktop arrives, so there are no surprises the first night out.
Who's this for? Cruisers and liveaboards who cook real meals and want a safer, cleaner galley. RV owners upgrading a dated propane range. Anyone building out a boat or camper and going all-electric with a big battery bank and inverter. Dometic has been building galley and cabin gear for boats since 1960, and the CI20 carries a two-year limited warranty. We're an authorized Dometic dealer, so if anything goes sideways, the warranty runs straight through us and we'll help you sort it out.
Key Features
- Two induction cooking zones under one piece of black glass, enough to run a pot and a pan at once
- 24.4 inch wide by 15 inch deep footprint sized for standard galley and RV cooktop cutouts
- Induction heats the pan directly, so the glass surface stays cooler and the cabin doesn't turn into an oven
- No open flame and no propane needed, safer in a rolling galley or a tight camper kitchen
- Flat black glass top wipes clean with a cloth, no grates or burner pans to scrub
- High thermal efficiency puts heat in the pan instead of the air, so cooking is faster and cooler
- 2.75 inch installed height drops into a counter cutout for a flush, built-in look
- Works with any ferrous, magnetic-bottom cookware like cast iron and most stainless steel
- Two-year Dometic limited warranty, backed by an authorized dealer
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Dometic reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Dometic CI20 2-Burner Induction Cooktop |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dometic |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 55889 |
| UPC | 713814310806 |
| Model | CI20 |
| Cooktop Type | Induction |
| Number of Burners | 2 |
| Surface Material | Glass |
| Color | Black |
| Overall Width | 24.4 in |
| Overall Height | 2.75 in |
| Overall Depth | 15 in |
| Power Type | Electric (Induction) |
| Warranty | 2-Year Limited |
Frequently asked questions
What's the downside of an induction cooktop on a boat?
The main one is power. Induction needs a solid AC source, so you'll run it off shore power, a generator, or a good pure sine inverter, not a 12-volt house battery. It also only works with magnetic cookware. For most cruisers, cooler cooking and no open flame more than make up for it.
How much power does the CI20 need?
Induction cooktops pull real current when both zones are cranking, so plan a dedicated AC circuit and an adequate source. On a boat that usually means shore power, a genset, or a large pure sine inverter. Check the Dometic spec sheet for the exact draw before you size your inverter.
Will the CI20 fit my existing cutout?
It measures 24.4 inches wide, 15 inches deep, and 2.75 inches tall. Measure your current opening before ordering. Older boat and RV counters weren't always cut to modern dimensions, so you may need a little counter fabrication or a trim kit.
What cookware works with induction?
Anything with a ferrous, magnetic bottom. Cast iron and most stainless steel work great. Aluminum, copper, and glass pans won't heat. Quick test: if a magnet sticks to the bottom of the pan, it'll work on the CI20.
Is induction safer than a flame stove in a galley?
In a few ways, yes. There's no open flame to blow out, no propane to store or leak, and the glass surface stays cooler than a gas grate because the heat goes into the pan. In a rolling galley that's a real safety gain. Plenty of boaters still keep a small portable backup burner for low-battery days.
How do I clean the glass top?
Wipe it down with a cloth once it's cool. The flat black glass has no grates or burner pans, so there's nothing to take apart. Dometic rates the surface for easy cleaning.
Is this reliable enough for full-time cruising?
Dometic has been building galley and cabin equipment for boats since 1960, and the CI20 carries a two-year limited warranty. With no open flame and a sealed glass surface, there's less to go wrong than a gas burner. We're an authorized dealer, so warranty support runs through us.
What's the standard size for a galley cooktop?
There's no single standard, but two-burner units like the CI20 commonly land around 24 inches wide by 15 inches deep. That's what this one measures, which makes it a straightforward swap for many existing two-burner openings.
Can I run the CI20 off my inverter?
Yes, if the inverter is sized for it and it's pure sine, not modified sine. Induction is sensitive to dirty power, so a quality pure sine inverter with enough headroom is the way to go. Size generously so you can run both zones at once.
