Does anybody know how thick the actual stainless steel is? My concern is that it is too thin and will warp over time with the heat
2007022
It's sturdy I have used it many a time and hasn't warped. Really not a good choice for smoking. It's hard to load when hot so I would look elsewhere
2007023
Mine warped the very first time I used it. It still functions but the lid does not open and close conveniently.
2141379
I've had it for 3 or 4 months, it hasn't melted or warped. Still in its original shape. Doesn't seem to be an issue.
900271
It is pretty thick. It lasted out in desert sun and we ended up melting the top plastic trying to use it under a lamp and the solar stirrer still worked! Great product!
1952260
I can't say for sure what gage it is bit it is thick. I cook on mine at least once a week and have since Christmas and it's still holding on strong. In fact, the only real wear anywhere on mine with the exception of the usual wear that a charcoal grill gets is actually on the lid of all places, and it is very minimal.
1342204
It is constructed very well, but might be a little thin to set right on the burners, unless the temp is kept low. The metal is fairly thick, but not as thick as a stainless steel pot/pan bottom.
978428
This question was in my email so I can only tell you that Norpro seems to have 2 places where their products are manufactured, China & India. The ones that come from India are very nice stainless steel that does not warp & is heavy & well made. The ones you get from China are thin, light weight & I'm sure will warp as mine came not only thin & damaged, but I could twist it so I'm sure it would warp with heat. A friend on YT got lucky & hers came from India & she is very happy with them. I sent mine back & got a refund. I still would like 2 jelly roll pans, but scared to order again from Norpro as I'm not sure how you can specify that you want the ones coming from India & not China. I hope that helps. This question was in my email so I can only tell you that Norpro seems to have 2 places where their products are manufactured, China & India. The ones that come from India are very nice stainless steel that does not warp & is heavy & well made. The ones you get from China are thin, light weight & I'm sure will warp as mine came not only thin & damaged, but I could twist it so I'm sure it would warp with heat. A friend on YT got lucky & hers came from India & she is very happy with them. I sent mine back & got a refund. I still would like 2 jelly roll pans, but scared to order again from... » Read More This question was in my email so I can only tell you that Norpro seems to have 2 places where their products are manufactured, China & India. The ones that come from India are very nice stainless steel that does not warp & is heavy & well made. The ones you get from China are thin, light weight & I'm sure will warp as mine came not only thin & damaged, but I could twist it so I'm sure it would warp with heat. A friend on YT got lucky & hers came from India & she is very happy with them. I sent mine back & got a refund. I still would like 2 jelly roll pans, but scared to order again from Norpro as I'm not sure how you can specify that you want the ones coming from India & not China. I hope that helps. « Show Less
1573430
It sounds like your pan warped in the middle like my old, less expensive one did. This is a much better quality than the others are. Weighs more and has a different interior surfacing. This one is FLAT and should stay that way, too.
1077264
It is thin but not flimsy. My problem with it was that it set off the smoke detector bc of how hot it got while I was preheating it to bake a pie. I sat it on the bottom of the stove maybe you have to put it on the rack. I threw mine away. I bought two. So this time I will put it directly under the baking dish.
1928037
I do not know how thick the surface is, sorry. I will tell you that I love my pan. FYI-do not go by the temperature on the control. This pan gets hot quickly, and so far seems to cook evenly. It is a dream to clean. Enjoy yours!!!
1780431
it's as thick and sturdy as your favorite frying pan. It will not warp. Had mine more than a year and love how it works.
842293
It's not "double walled"and I'm not familiar with what is described as "commercial grade stainless steel". But this grill has held up for me, the stainless steel it's made of is pretty thick.
900274
really, really thin. Mine, when I tried to put steeped tea that had set for 5 mins in. it. Not just warped, melted. Was trying to use it as a reg tea dispenser because the solar spinner kept stopping from getting stuck on the tea bags. The lid is really thin too. It came with a small crack in it. The cheap ones from Wally world are thicker.
1921225
NO WAY!!!!!I've used this roaster at least 20 times....even broiled steaks with it. IT is not supposed to warp. The casting on that should hold its shape forever. If it warped it is a manufacture defect and you should demand a replacement.I believe it has a lifetime guarantee.
1774107
It's really thick, stainless. The heat distribution is excellent. As with many higher-quality cookware, I believe it has an aluminum disc encapsulated in it. I found this info on the Fagor website before I purchased it.
1853930
I have no idea but I can tell you it is sturdy and does not warp or bend. I bought mine about a year ago so hopefully product will be the same. I just love mine and it cleans up easy too!
1681410
This is a high quality pan. Weve used it for over a year and it has not warped. The secret is not to wash it until it cools down. If you run water over it, especially cold water, it will warp due to the sudden change of temperature. Hope this helps.
1500290
It is truly cast iron. Wall thickness and bottom are both about 1/4". Much heavier than a cast iron skillet