Hawkins Pressure Cooker Steel Triply 3 Ltr Tall
- Brand : Hawkins
- Size : 3 Ltr
- Material : Triply Steel, Stainless Steel
- Model : Triply
- Product Type : Induction Compatible, Inner Lid
- Size Range : 1 - 3 Ltr
DELIVERY OPTIONS
Hawkins Triply Classic Tall 3-Litre Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker – 3mm Tri-Ply Body, Tall Design for Deep Cooking, Induction Compatible with 5-Year Guarantee
Some households need a pressure cooker that does more than just cook dal quickly — they need one that handles deep cooking, generous amounts of liquid, soups, rice, and one-pot meals with ease. The Hawkins Triply Classic Tall SSTCL3T is built exactly for that. Its tall, straight-sided body gives you significantly more depth than a standard or wide cooker of the same capacity, making it ideal for preparations that need room — boiling corn, cooking rice with extra water, making thick dal shorba, steaming, or preparing meat dishes that require plenty of liquid to cook properly. It is a compact 3-litre cooker that works harder than its size suggests.
The construction is what sets this apart from ordinary stainless steel cookers. The 3mm extra-thick tri-ply body bonds three layers of metal together — a food-grade 18/8 AISI 304 stainless steel interior, a heavy-gauge heat-diffusing aluminium core, and an AISI 430 magnetic stainless steel exterior. The aluminium core spreads heat uniformly from the base up through the sides, eliminating the hot spots that cause food to burn at the bottom while remaining undercooked elsewhere. Less burning means less oil needed — and better, more consistently cooked meals every time.
The inner lid closure system — Hawkins' trusted safety mechanism — ensures the lid locks firmly inside the cooker body and cannot be opened accidentally while under pressure. The AISI 430 magnetic exterior base makes the cooker fully compatible with all cooktops including induction, without any adapter. The cool-touch sturdy handles stay comfortable to grip even during extended cooking. Ideal for small families of 3 to 4 persons, the SSTCL3T is made in India and backed by Hawkins' trusted 5-year guarantee against defects in material and workmanship.
Key Features
Tall Body Design – Built for Deep Cooking
The tall, straight-sided Classic design gives this 3-litre cooker more vertical depth than a standard pressure cooker of the same capacity. This makes it especially suited for dishes that require generous liquid — dal with extra water, soups, boiling vegetables, steaming, rice preparations, and meat curries. The tall format also prevents boil-over more effectively than shorter, wider cookers.
3mm Extra-Thick Tri-Ply Stainless Steel Body
The three-layer tri-ply construction runs through both the base and the sides of the cooker — not just the base as in cheaper models. This full-body even heating eliminates hot spots completely, prevents food from burning or sticking at the bottom, and reduces oil consumption naturally. At 3mm total thickness, the body is substantially more durable than single-layer stainless steel cookers.
18/8 Food-Grade AISI 304 Stainless Steel Interior
The cooking surface is 18/8 AISI 304 grade stainless steel — food-safe, non-reactive to acidic foods, and resistant to corrosion and pitting. It does not leach any flavour or odour into food and stays bright and hygienic for years of daily pressure cooking.
Heavy-Gauge Aluminium Heat-Diffusing Core
The middle layer of the tri-ply is a heavy-gauge aluminium core that conducts heat rapidly and spreads it evenly from the base up the sides. This is what eliminates hot spots and delivers consistent, uniform cooking temperatures across the entire vessel interior.
AISI 430 Magnetic Exterior – All Cooktop Compatible
The outer layer of the cooker body is AISI 430 magnetic stainless steel, making it induction compatible without any additional plate or adapter. The same cooker works seamlessly on gas, induction, electric, halogen, and ceramic cooktops.
Inner Lid Closure System
The inner lid locks inside the cooker body before the pressure builds, following Hawkins' classic safety design. The lid cannot be removed or opened while the cooker is under pressure — an essential safety feature for daily pressure cooking in homes with children.
Cool-Touch Sturdy Handles
The handles are designed to stay cool during cooking and provide a firm, comfortable grip when moving or tilting the cooker. The sturdy construction ensures the handles do not loosen or flex even after years of regular use.
Ideal for Small Families – 3-Litre Capacity
The 3-litre capacity is the ideal size for cooking for 3 to 4 persons — big enough for full family meals of dal, rice, or sabzi, yet compact enough to be quick to heat up and easy to handle and store. The tall design maximises the usable depth within this compact capacity.
5-Year Guarantee
The Hawkins Triply Classic Tall SSTCL3T is guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for 5 years from the date of first purchase, as stated by Hawkins Cookers Limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between the Classic Tall and the Contura pressure cooker from Hawkins?
The key difference is the body shape. The Classic Tall (SSTCL3T) has a straight-sided, tall cylindrical body that provides more vertical depth — ideal for dishes with lots of liquid like soups, dal, boiling, and steaming. The Contura has a rounded, curved handi-shaped body that is wider at the middle and makes stirring easier. Both use the same tri-ply stainless steel construction and inner lid mechanism.
2. Why is the tall design better for certain types of cooking?
The tall body provides more depth for the same capacity, which means it can hold more liquid without boil-overs, is better suited for boiling corn or whole vegetables, and works well for dishes like biryani, pasta, or soups where ingredients need to be submerged. It is also more effective at steaming foods using a grid or separator.
3. What is tri-ply construction and why does it matter?
Tri-ply (three-layer) construction bonds three metals together — stainless steel on the inside, aluminium in the middle, and magnetic stainless steel on the outside. The aluminium layer spreads heat evenly from the base up through the sides, eliminating hot spots. This means food cooks more uniformly, sticks and burns less, and uses less oil compared to single-layer stainless steel cookers.
4. Is this pressure cooker induction compatible?
Yes. The AISI 430 magnetic stainless steel exterior base makes it fully induction compatible. It also works on all gas, electric, halogen, and ceramic cooktops — no adapter required.
5. What is the warranty on this cooker?
The Hawkins Triply Classic Tall SSTCL3T carries a 5-year guarantee against defects in material and workmanship from the date of first purchase, provided by Hawkins Cookers Limited.
6. Is 3 litres enough for a family of 4?
Yes. A 3-litre tall pressure cooker is well-suited for a family of 3 to 4 persons for everyday meals. The tall design makes it cook more efficiently with liquid-heavy dishes than a standard 3-litre wide cooker. For larger families or bulk cooking, Hawkins offers this range in larger capacities as well.
7. What safety features does this cooker have?
The cooker features Hawkins' inner lid closure system — the lid locks inside the body and cannot be opened while the cooker is under pressure. The vent weight (pressure regulator) automatically manages pressure to safe cooking levels. Together these two features make the cooker safe for unsupervised pressure cooking.
8. What comes in the box with this cooker?
The box includes: 1 pressure cooker body with grid, 1 lid, 1 rubber gasket, 1 vent weight, 1 guarantee card, 1 Hawkins cookbook, and 1 service centre directory.
9. How does this cooker reduce oil consumption?
The tri-ply construction distributes heat evenly across the base and sides, which means food does not stick or burn at the bottom. When food heats uniformly without hot spots, you naturally need far less oil or ghee to prevent sticking — making this cooker a healthier option for daily Indian cooking.
10. How do I maintain the rubber gasket?
Remove and clean the rubber gasket after every use — residue buildup on the gasket can affect the seal and pressure performance over time. Inspect it regularly for cracks, hardening, or deformation. Hawkins recommends replacing the gasket approximately every 12 to 18 months under regular daily use. Always use genuine Hawkins replacement gaskets available at authorised dealers and Hawkins service centres.