My tea kettle has a 4.5 inch opening. Will this infuser work (with handle) without falling in?
2067737
No, the entire infuser, including handle, is roughly 3 inches wide (other people may have a more accurate estimate), so I'd think it will be too small.
2067738
A definite NO. This infuser was designed for use with a standard size, single-serving tea cup, coffee cup, or mug. It was not intended to brew a tea pot full of tea in one go.
2067739
No. I straightened out the handle so as to have the filter rest flat on the top of a mug. Even after this, the maximum diameter is 4-1/4 inches. If it is of any help, the total height of the filter is 2-3/4 inches. So perhaps you could let it rest flat on the bottom of the kettle.I hope this was helpful.
2067740
There is an excellent online source called Annie's Tea Time that can provide a strainer called a Chatsford teapot strainer (available in various sizes) that would likely work for your need.
1761785
it has a nice heft to it, but more importantly, it fits under the Teavana PerfecTea tea maker perfectly. [ http://www.amazon.com/Teavana-PerfecTea-Tea-Maker-16oz/dp/B004X7DIHI ]
2265817
My hand does not reach inside since opening is small. If you have slim hand it can be done. You might want to use long handled brush to clean inside kettle.
1014303
Hi Katie! The slotted infuser insert is 4 inches long, and one and 1/4 inches in diameter. It can be pushed up into the cap of the infuser, or I prefer to just let it sit in the bottom, as the fruit will continue flavoring the water when the water level gets low. I LOVE my infuser, have had it for quite a while now, and have found it to be VERY sturdy. I'm not gentle with my things, and this has proven itself to be rugged. I have it with me all day, every day. I know you wouldn't be disappointed with this purchase. Best Wishes, Ann
1654908
I don't know. I just fold over the top and place in teapot....have no trouble with the loose tea slipping out.
1262316
It depends on the type of tea pot. If you take a look at one of the pictures posted, the lid of the samovar has a dip in it. The dip measures approximately to 3.5 inches. If the teapot you would like to use has a bottom that is less than that size than it should work. I hope that helps!
1563999
The lid fits into the infuser. If you don't use the infuser you cannot use the lid.
1270471
It should fit on a 3.5" mug. However, I would suggest holding the tea maker for the 10 seconds or so that it will take to fill the cup.
729058
I use a glass llid from a 12-inch pot. It does't fit exactly to the edge of this 12.5 inch wok, but works fine for me.
2222942
I'm remeasured it. Read 3.7/8" include the handles. So it will not fit to the 4" cup.
1203604
Yes. The base of the infuser fits in the lid when it is turned upside down.
2210971
Yes. 4.5 is too big. I measured inside diameter and it is 3 and three fourths so that size or 3.5
798211
about 14 0z.; tth top is the full diameter (3-1/2") so would fit most infusers I've seen
885438
Mine is 3" tall, diameter at the bottom is 2 1/8", diameter at flare under lip is about 3". I have mugs rather than tea cups and it works with all of them except for one with a 3" diameter rim. The infuser doesn't quite fit at the top. Hope this helps.
1539481
Sorry, this is my very first tea infuser, hence cannot answer your specific question. The tea leaves I was using look somewhat fine to me, and not much 'leaks out'. And not too difficult to clean out later when I've forgotten about it. If that helps.
191661
Mine isn't stiff at all, so it must have been the one you were looking at. The way the hinge is made it really should not be a problem. I use my infuser when cooking soups for peppercorns, bay leaves, garlic, etc.. All of the things I later get rid of. Works great for me!
913054
The infuser is six inches tall. It does float in a tall mug. Most likely a little short for your Hydro Flask.