How to Choose the Right RACO Lid for Your Cookware
By RACO Australia | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: Buying Guides
Find the perfect replacement or spare glass lid for your RACO cookware. Learn which sizes fit, how to check compatibility, and avoid common mismatches.
Quick answer
Choose your RACO lid by matching the diameter exactly to your pot or pan, then confirm the lid's compatibility with your cookware series. RACO offers glass lids in 18cm, 24cm, and 28cm sizes that fit specific product lines.
Why matching the exact diameter matters
A lid that is too small lets steam escape and slows cooking; one that is too large won't seat properly and can be unstable. RACO lids are sold by the pan's top diameter in centimeters, so measure across the rim of your cookware (not the base) to get the right size.
All RACO lids listed here are made from glass, which lets you monitor food without lifting the lid. This is convenient for simmering, steaming, or reducing sauces, but glass lids are heavier than some metal alternatives and may be more prone to chipping if dropped.
Checking your cookware series compatibility
RACO produces several cookware lines, and not every lid fits every pot. For example, the 18cm lid (product ID 3350004) is designed to fit Raco Cuisine, Raco Style, Raco Contemporary, Raco Kitchen Essentials, and Raco Professional Choice pans. The 24cm lid (product ID 3350001) shares the same multi-series compatibility.
If you own a RACO Eclipse pan, you need the Eclipse-specific 28cm lid (product ID 3349997) or the matching 24cm lid from the Eclipse line. Using a lid from a different series on an Eclipse pan may not seal correctly because of slight differences in rim design.
Decision rules for choosing your RACO lid
- Measure the pan diameter: Use a ruler or tape measure across the top rim of your cookware (not the base). RACO lids are labeled by this top diameter in centimeters. Common sizes are 18cm, 24cm, and 28cm.
- Identify your cookware series: Check the bottom or packaging of your pan for the series name (e.g., Eclipse, New Contemporary, Cuisine, Style). Not all lids fit all series, even at the same diameter. If you own a RACO New Contemporary 24cm pan, choose the dedicated 24cm lid (product ID 3349993). For Eclipse 28cm, pick the Eclipse 28cm lid (product ID 3349997).
- Consider multi-series compatibility: The 18cm and 24cm lids (product IDs 3350004 and 3350001) fit Cuisine, Style, Contemporary, Kitchen Essentials, and Professional Choice pans. This can simplify replacing a lid across different pots. If you have pans from multiple compatible series, a single multi-series lid can serve as a spare for any of them.
- Decide between glass and metal: All RACO spare lids listed here are glass. Glass lets you see cooking progress without lifting the lid, but it is heavier and more fragile than metal. Choose glass if visibility matters; choose a metal lid (if available for your series) for lighter weight and greater durability.
Product facts at a glance
- RACO New Contemporary 24cm Lid: This RACO New Contemporary 24cm Lid is a genuine spare part designed to fit all RACO New Contemporary 24cm products. Made from durable glass and dishwasher safe. If you own a RACO New Contemporary 24cm pot or pan, this is the exact replacement lid that preserves the set's look and seals properly.
RACO New Contemporary 24cm Lid - RACO Cuisine / Contemporary / Style / Kitchen Essentials / Professional Choice - 18cm Lid: This replacement lid is suitable for Raco Cuisine, Raco Style, Raco Contemporary, Raco Kitchen Essentials, and Raco Professional Choice. One 18cm lid works across five different RACO series, making it a versatile spare if you mix and match cookware lines.
RACO Cuisine / Contemporary / Style / Kitchen Essentials / Professional Choice - 18cm Lid
Which lid fits your cookware?
Best for
- RACO New Contemporary 24cm owners who want an exact glass replacement (product ID 3349993)
- Anyone with Cuisine, Style, Contemporary, Kitchen Essentials, or Professional Choice pans who needs an 18cm or 24cm glass lid (product IDs 3350004 and 3350001)
Not for
- Eclipse cookware owners looking for a 24cm lid — the Eclipse line has its own specific lid; check the Eclipse 24cm model separately
- Anyone needing a metal lid — all listed spare lids are glass
