Is there a weight limit for this unit? I will be using this for a 41.5 qt pressure cooker/canner and want to know if it will withstand the weight.
2005608
I have a 15.5 gallon keg with the top cut off. I have brewed a 12 gallon batch in it before with a 13 gallon start volume, had no issues at all. No flexing etc.
2005609
Officially, I can't say either way. Per the manual, it says the 3066, 3016, and 1175 round bottom units have a 30 quart stock pot maximum. This unit clearly isn't one of these three. Furthermore, there isn't a mention of an upper limit for any of Bayou Classic's other propane burner products in the manual. However, per Amazon's analysis, it says the SP-10 can hold up to 100 quarts.Unofficially, I can say it supports the 44 quart stock pot I use for brewing purposes without a hitch. I imagine it should hold your pressure cooker/canner and all the other accessories you need during the canning process without a problem. Officially, I can't say either way. Per the manual, it says the 3066, 3016, and 1175 round bottom units have a 30 quart stock pot maximum. This unit clearly isn't one of these three. Furthermore, there isn't a mention of an upper limit for any of Bayou Classic's other propane burner products in the manual. However, per Amazon's analysis, it says the SP-10 can hold up to 100 quarts.Unofficially, I can say it supports the 44 quart stock pot I use for brewing purposes without a hitch. I imagine it should hold your pressure cooker/canner and all the other accessories you need during... » Read More Officially, I can't say either way. Per the manual, it says the 3066, 3016, and 1175 round bottom units have a 30 quart stock pot maximum. This unit clearly isn't one of these three. Furthermore, there isn't a mention of an upper limit for any of Bayou Classic's other propane burner products in the manual. However, per Amazon's analysis, it says the SP-10 can hold up to 100 quarts.Unofficially, I can say it supports the 44 quart stock pot I use for brewing purposes without a hitch. I imagine it should hold your pressure cooker/canner and all the other accessories you need during the canning process without a problem. « Show Less
2005610
I have a 33 quart stockpot and I have had it filled up with oil and a turkey with no problems. It appears to be very sturdy and I haven't noticed any stress issues, i.e. I don't see it starting to bend or warp. The top is plenty big too: unless your pot is super-wide I wouldn't expect any problems.
2005611
I use this to melt large quantities of lead into ingots for bullet casting. I use an 8qt cast iron dutch oven. Filled with 177lb of lead alloy, in the 18lb dutch oven for a total weight of 195lbs, this burner doesn't so much as wiggle. I bet I could stand on the full pot and it'd support it fine (and I'm not a small guy.) I'm very happy with it.
2005612
I use this with a 10 gallon aluminum brew pot, and it works fine with that. I'm not too certain if I'd want to go too much heavier than that, though.
2005613
I'm a homebrewer. I use mine to boil wort for beer. I routinely use a 15 gallon pot, (you need some "headspace" so it's not filled to the brim) on the Bayou Classic and it always does great. The pot easily has had upto 48 quarts in it due to evaporation during the boil. It has always held up, been stable, and performed properly. You should have no problems.
2005614
For what it's worth, I homebrew with a bayou classic 1046 142 quart pot as a brew kettle (it's significantly heavy when empty). Although I had bricks in place, apparently much of my weight was on the burner. It flexed on me after running high heat for quite some time and roughly 25 gallons of wort in it. The bricks picked up and supported the weight. I now use cinder blocks positioned around it to support the pot and make sure it is up off the burner. Just be careful. If you're worried, get some extra support and set your mind at ease.
359368
Jon, I honestly don't know but I would imagine it would hold quite a bit. This is not a small cooker...I love it. If you can picture a full size chicken in it there is still plenty of room...height wise. It measures 4" deep...excluding the lid. Hope this helps. Marcia Ooops, saw someone's answer....6 qts.
603769
the cooker comes with 2 flat round weights with a center hole. When 1 is used (placed over the indicator) it signifies 5lbs. of pressure, when the second one is added over the top of the first one it signifies 10lbs. of pressure. Just off the top of my head, could be 5 & 15lbs. instead of 10lbs. If accuracy is premier, I would imagine a pressure gauge could be bought, but I couldn't swear to it.
1619494
I used it for with a 23 quart Presto canner with 7 quart jars using the pressure canning method and felt it was sturdy. It does overhang. The Presto canner has a raised bottom that is just about the same size as the burner.
1150232
We use a 6 qt. steel pot, nearly full, with no problem. Also a large cast iron skillet. I can't imagine that a heavy weight would damage it, unless dropped on it. About the heat settings: it is geared for fast heating of lots of water. For anything else, including frying, anything above 3 is too hot. Simmer is "1". The larger the pan the higher the setting can be as the energy is spread over a larger area.
1226916
I've read that people have cooked a 16lb Turkey on it. https://store.weber.com/accessories/category/cook/cookware/1100
1680963
The bottom of my Magefesa Practika Plus pressure cooker is stamped "3.2L/3.3Qt." However, the Maximum Fill Line inside the pot is less. I took an empty 1 liter soda bottle and filled it with water to the maximum fill line. The result was using approximately 2.25 bottles to reach that line, so the capacity, if using under pressure, is somewhere between 2.25 and 2.33 liters. Just right for two people! But if you are using large cuts of meat, you may want to get the 6Qt. model. I have that one too and it is great for one pot dinners.
1245962
The product description says it's rated for 600 lbs. The most I've had on it weighed out at 450 lbs, and it had no problems at all. As manufacturers usually under-rate the max weight it's capable of (for safety and liability reasons), you may be able to go up as high as 700-800 lbs, but that would be risking damage to the unit and anything around if it gives. If you need an actual max weight, the best option would be to call the manufacturer.
1131294
The heaviest item I've put on it was probably around 5 lbs (a pot full or chili). I can't imagine that weight would cause any damage to it. it's a good little burner and well worth the price. Good luck!
770263
Can't remember if there were weight restrictions listed in the assembly instruction. I've been storing a commercial Kitchen Aid Mixer, a large electric frying pan and a large Crock Pot on my stand and it is holding up great---no complaints.
2114362
We have the 30+ year old version of this canner and it works well on a propane stove with cast iron grates. We initally heated it on a 15k burner then (very carefully) moved it to a 5k burner. Once it was up to pressure, the low setting on the 5k kept the pressure exactly where we wanted it.
778956
Rediranch, This summer I was a beginner also. I LOVE this canner.....it is TOTALLY idiot proof (important for me). It is in fact HUGE! If they come any bigger I don't think we would be able to pick them up even when empty. It is very heavy duty. I only have 1. important note to self.....make sure the little "nitch" on the rim of the pot is facing YOU....this is very important because I can tell you from experience, it's hard to read the dial when it is facing the back of the stove. Depending on how big your kitchen sink is, it's a little difficult to wash but that is a small price to pay for this awesome canner. Hope this helps you.
325027
No, most cook top pressure cookers reach 15lb/inch squared. This cooker is programmed to shut off the cooking element when the temperature would potentially create a pressure of 12.7lb/inch squared. But and this is a big but, this cooker will not overuse the cooking energy, expel nutrients as steam and does not require constant monitoring. It is also very quiet and shuts off cooking automatically and maintains a warm heating. It is not perfect and is light duty but very handy.
267372
There is only my husband and myself. I have cooked smaller portions of stew in this. The cast iron maintains the temperature so you can have less product inside, and is holds a temperature without fear of burning. A five quart would probably suit you well but this is great if you ever want to make a big pot roast, entertain, or make extra to put aside. I guess the question is - why too large? A shortage of storage space would be my only reason to scale down.
678567
You are correct. I have a Pampered Chef pan and it weighs 5 pounds and this one 4. It is 4 quarts bigger. I got it for cooking food for canning. It seems great for the price.
1813069
It's very lightweight but sturdy. I've used the 2-quart for boiling vegetables, and a small stainless steel for regular cooking. I also have a 4-quart granite-ware for boiling a lot of vegetables. The 4-quart has a cover that also fits the 2-quart.
900746
It is a sturdy unit but I definitely wouldn't go over 30 lbs. probably 20 to 25 lbs. would be a safe max. limit.