Wire Clamp," or "Replacement D-ring."</p>

<p><b>Jars with an air-lock</b>. A regular jar topped with a lid and air-lock is a good option. The air-lock permits the air inside to escape while preventing outside air from entering.</p>

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<p><b>Crock</b>. If you plan to process a lot of vegetables, using a larger, open container like a crock makes sense, but it's important to keep all vegetables well-submerge