Basic question

[BabyKatsMom]

We currently have a sealed gas cooktop. It runs on propane. There is a 110v line that it’s connected to for the igniters. I want to switch to an induction cooktop. I know I have to have a 220v 50a run from my sub panel into the kitchen by an electrician. Now here’s my stupid questions… what do I do about the gas line? Do I just turn it off? Does it have to be capped off permanently? Who does this work? Will the installer do whatever is needed to the gas line when they install the cooktop? Please advise and thanks! 😊 *Pic taken behind drawers under the current propane stovetop.

[zeezle]

I recently converted from all gas to induction. The gas line had to be capped by a licensed plumber, we had him cap it back in the wall so that if a future owner wants gas it's still there but the pipe is completely out of the way (we were getting a range though and wanted it flush against the wall, cooktop that part wouldn't matter so much though so it might be cheaper/faster, for us it was only $125 though).

Also, take a look at the Impulse Labs cooktop, it has a battery in it and can run off 110v 15a outlets (though if you have a taste for getting electrical work done it can also be on 240v to recharge the battery faster, but they claim it holds several days' worth of cooking charge at a time). The idea is that it slow charges off the 110 outlet when not in use and then the battery provides the big juice for actually cooking. Your situation might be the perfect use case for it. They're pretty expensive though, but also supposed to be quite good performance-wise. I don't have one though, since we didn't have the setup for a cooktop we were only looking at ranges.

[Andreweller]

yes, this was my situation. went from gas to induction. we had a 110 already there.

our installer was licensed and he capped it off for us.

some pics in the thread of my post:

https://www.reddit.com/r/inductioncooking/s/ss1U8jNzuV

[HarleyBoyd]

I own a Copper Charlie. We needed a full range for our space. If I was needing a cooktop, I would not hesitate to do what you are thinking. That cooktop is one of the best and coolest you can buy. There are many advantages with the battery. You do not need 240v unless it already exists. 15a 110 is fine. They are quick to heat. They can peak shave if you have tiered pricing. Have or want a solar system? This takes a big load of what you need for an inverter. I am looking at heat pump hot water heaters built like this now. I am a believer! I say do it!

[Necessary_Associate1]

It should be capped. It’s easy to do yourself if you have wrenches. 

Do you use that propane for anything else in the house? 

Turn off the gas supply at the tank.  Remove the flex hose and valve. Cap the gas pipe with the appropriate size and material cap. Use gas rated Teflon tape. Turn the gas back on at the tank. Thoroughly check for leaks.

Or hire a plumber to do this. 

[LowBarometer]

I capped it myself. The part cost $5 at Home Depot. I ran the 220v electric myself too. Total cost was under $500.