Are these the newer made Powerblocks made with polyurethane plates versus two solid metal plates?
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The metals/series/ad-on capability can be a little confusing on the company's website w/ the varied choices, but I've contacted them before and they're great at answering any questions.
394184
yes they were.one thing though even though these are heavy duty they are not as heavy as the old ones you used to buy.
1608526
It is copper plated steel core. Not a good substitute for solid copper in high bandwidth applications.
55469
I can't give a definitive answer on that questions since power bricks come in various sizes. I have 2 on on mine and they don't block the outlet next to them.
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I believe that power strips are the same but the packaging is different. The 360102 indicates "Kansas State Packaging". Very strange! It's also more expensive!
847352
They are made in the USA -- Powerblock, Inc., 1071 32nd Ave. NW, Owatonna, MN 55060. The web site is http://www.powerblock.com/index.php#&panel1-1. Smaller firm, innovative idea.
433060
The plates are for the Legos for older kids. I haven't ever seen them for Duplo blocks...don't know whether or not they make those.
1073945
Nothing. Both are faux veneer over PCB. However, they are very sturdy. I am happy with my set.
1374565
If you have the classic then yes. The folks at power block are great at answering your questions so if you give them a call they will help you out. They'll ask you to snap a pic and email it to them. They can tell you exactly which set you have and go from there.
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Most likely referring to the number of plys in the paddle rubber. These are NOT as thick as the factory originals, so they will wear faster. They still move the machine when properly adjusted to slave plate, just not as fast (less grip). These are about 1/3 of the price of factory paddles.
965682
Yes they are. Mine cracked after the first use and as a matter of fact some of the plates even came broken.
1662444
The 2 I bought were made of the mesh material. They have been great and I haven't noticed too much kinking. I try to lay mine out in long loops to prevent some of that. Also, I have found it is very important to always use a pressure regulator. One of mine recently started showing tiny pin holes and I am certain it is due to the one time I did not use a pressure regulator.
235150
NO! They are made by Liberty Ware in the good old USA. They are of higj quality metal and are very sturdy!
351160
The plates are metal. One is ribbed and the other is flat. They are not removable but that is no problem because they wipe clean easily with a paper towel. The unit works well and I love it. I think the company would have to answer the question about being BPA free.
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My product has metal locking clamps, and the release buttons appears to be metal. The top part is brushed stainless steel or aluminum. The plates float on spring loaded pegs. I have used this product over 50 times, and nothing has melted as of yet.
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I believe that Elite 90 Powerblocks are made in the USA, and are powder coated, U-90 Powerblocks are made in China and are urethane coated. I have the Elite 90 Powerblocks and they do initially flake, but that becomes less of an issue. The most important concern in whatever you buy will be the accuracy of the weights. Good quality weights will be +/- 1%. Average quality weights will be +/- 5%. My Powerblock weights average out at about +/-1%. I cannot talk to the U-90 version. You might want to contact Powerblock for product info.
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I am not sure if they are from BB&B; but I can tell you that they are very nice plates and I love my set. The plates feel very solid to me.