Oil Collector

Why Do Rangehoods in China Commonly Have Oil Collectors?

1. Chinese Cooking Produces a Lot of Oil Smoke

• Chinese cuisine often involves stir-frying and deep-frying, using high heat and large amounts of oil.

• This creates heavy oil smoke that contains grease particles. These particles can accumulate inside the hood or ductwork, which may cause blockages or even fire hazards if not cleaned regularly.

2. Oil Cups Make Collection and Cleaning Easier

• When the hood operates, oil smoke passes through filters, and part of the grease condenses.

• This condensed oil drips down through a guide channel into the oil cup or oil box, preventing oil from leaking or dripping randomly.

• Users can simply remove and clean the oil cup regularly, which helps with maintenance and prevents odors and safety risks.

3. Designed for Chinese Cooking Habits

• Chinese manufacturers include oil cups in their designs to handle the high amount of grease typical in Chinese cooking.

• Compared to some foreign brands that only use metal filters or have no oil collection system, Chinese range hoods are more practical and durable for local use.

4. Driven by Technology and Consumer Demand

• Chinese consumers place a high value on kitchen cleanliness and convenience, so range hoods with oil cups are widely accepted in the market.

• Some high-end models even come with automatic oil separation and draining systems, further improving the user experience.