Are the gears inside metal or nylon(plastic) on these mixers?
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From the 2014 Stand Mixer reviews. http://mixer-review.toptenreviews.com/kitchenaid-artisan-review.html "There are no plastic pieces used in the construction of these stand mixers, so it's extremely rare for anything in these machines to break. A lesser device might use plastic gears inside the mixer's motor, but KitchenAid doesn't hide any plastic behind a metal façade - what you see is what you get. That's why they consistently last such an incredibly long time."
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There is a mix of metal and nylon/plastic gears in the Aristan line models. It makes the mixer quieter that the Pro 600 line, but obviously that makes a difference in it's ability to handle extremely heavy duty work. I've confirmed this information with Kitchenaid Customer Service as of November 19, 2014. They absolutely confirm that there ARE nylon/plastic gears in the Artisan line. I'm not saying it's an inferior model, just different.
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The machine itself is housed in all plastic. The cup is metal as is the stick part of the mixer piece.
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I am not sure. They appear to be, but nowhere in the booklet that came with the mixer does it say what they are made of. I am going to get in touch with Cuisinart to try to find out.
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The gears are solid brass, this is a really lovely pan, works perfectly and cleans up great.
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The bottom inside plate is metal, and everything else is plastic. Great little boiler pot!
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They are steel. On an entirely different note, this is an inferior product and the nylon or plastic strings broke too soon!
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Plastic, they are not too rigid, they are easy to clean, can't beat it for the money, 2 speeds too...
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Plastic. I doubt you can find metal knobs. These worked well for me. Look nice
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I haven't had that issue as of yet, Patrick, however I've only had the mixer for a couple of months. Yes, they are plastic with a silver coating.
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I had the gear box apart. The several gears are either nylon or metal. High speed shaft from motor is metal but the gear that meshes to it is nylon (plastic). This is common with cheaper grinders and not necessarily negative unless you are a commercial operator.
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It is made out of plastic. The only metal parts are the crank and the disks. All of the gears are also made of plastic. The one I purchased worked fine for a few times, but then one of my children cranked too hard and stripped the plastic gears.
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The heads ARE silicone, that's why. Nylon utensils are firm and unyielding, yet softer than metal. Silicone is more pliable. Obviously the description is wrong.
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The main mixing tools for the mixing bowl are metal. We received the food processor that fits in the top of the machine, I believe it is made from Lexan, a very tough plastic that is used in many things. We have a high end vacuum cleaner made from this material, nothing has broken since purchased in the mid 90s. Hope this is helpful.
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The blades (both of them) are stainless steel as is the shaft connecting the blades to the underside rotor. All I can see, other than what I described above is plastic.
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Plastic. They worked out pretty good for the cost, and they're holding up alright, but next time I'll just send the extra money and get the stainless blades.
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They are a soft plastic. So long as you are using hand mixing tools you should be fine. Power tools/ mixers would be a no-no.
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Gears are all metal. Commercial grinder very well built. I got the foot control attachment with mine leaves hands free for handling meat. U will love it