Will the external temperature of a stainless steel air fryer be too high and will it be easy to get burned when using it?

The external temperature of a stainless steel air fryer may indeed become relatively high during use, especially when the device is running. Air fryers work by circulating hot air to quickly heat food, a heating method that requires high temperatures to effectively "fry" food. Since stainless steel itself is a good thermal conductor, it can quickly transfer internal heat to the external surface. So when the air fryer is in operation, the machine casing, especially the top and sides, may become quite hot.
Nevertheless, many stainless steel air fryers are designed to take a series of measures to reduce external temperatures and improve safety. For example, some products use a double-layer stainless steel casing design, which can isolate the internal and external heat to a certain extent and reduce the external surface from being directly exposed to high temperatures. Some brands also add insulation or anti-high temperature coatings to the outside of the machine to reduce the external surface temperature, thereby reducing the risk of burns.
Despite these design improvements, users still need to be aware that when using the air fryer, especially during cooking, the external surface of the air fryer will remain at a high temperature. Especially during the heating process, the casing may rise to 100°C or even higher, especially on the top and sides of the machine, which are more likely to become hot. Therefore, although the external temperature design of some models has been improved, it is still recommended that users avoid direct contact with the outside of the machine.
To better ensure safety, many products will also come with some usage suggestions, such as using heat-insulating gloves when the machine is running or avoiding prolonged contact with the outer shell. When using, it is also best to maintain a certain operating distance to avoid the risk of burns caused by being close to the device for too long. For families with children or pets, they need to be particularly careful when operating to ensure that they do not accidentally touch the outside of the air fryer.
Although the external temperature of stainless steel air fryers may be higher, with the improvement of design technology, many products have taken effective heat insulation measures. However, it is still necessary to be cautious when using and ensure safe operation to prevent burns.