What is the difference between 18/10 stainless steel interior mentioned in Chef's classic version vs. triple-ply stainless mentioned on this steamer?
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In general Cuisinart triple-ply cookware is triple ply on bottom and sides. This provides better heating and cooking. Chef's classic is triple ply only on the bottom, the sides are only stainless. But in a steamer I don't think this matters as much as in a saucepan.
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The only difference I see from the pictures is that the steamer hole area seems to have a different design. The old one is a smooth opening, whereas the new model seems to have ridges around it.
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Yes. Not only that, it's stainless steel which is rare for steamers, love it !
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According to the description of the stainless steel posted by Amazon it is 18/10:Premium Stainless Steel Construction Classic design, high performance and lifetime durability unite in the Stainless Collection, All-Clad's most popular line of cookware. Products in the collection feature an interior core of aluminum for even heating and a high-polished, 18/10 stainless steel exterior and cooking surface for fine culinary performance.
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I own the steamer and it's terrific. Not 3 ply and doesn't need to be. You only need 3-ply for good heat distribution for pans on a stovetop or burner... a steamer sits above boiling water. No worries about burning.
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Heavier (4lbs v 3lbs 8oz)Platinum coating over the stainless steel50w higherholds .3 oz more waterMore advanced steam systemAnti Calc system (Their Focus model also has this, but the Professional does not)Electronic Temp Control (again Focus has it, but Pro does not)I would recommend the Focus model for the $$ savings and similar features to the Advancer. It's cheaper than the pro even.
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Will send you a photo of the interior of the tier tomorrow. The bottom is totally perforated with holes a bit smaller than a dime. We also have steamers with one tier with small holes throughout like a sieve and the other tier is with larger holes a bit smaller than a dime. Thank you. Ms. Tane Chan THE WOK SHOP
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I have not used the triple-ply but the Simply Calphalon I got for my daughter is great! It has the aluminum core which I like because it heats more evenly. She absolutely loves this set.
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I believe the 31511 is the same operationally as the 31510, with a slightly higher price for the stainless steel finish. The 31512 seems to have the convection feature, so it is not identical to either of the above.
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I'm not sure if it is 18/0 or 18/10 however we run these sheets through the dishwasher and have not had any issue with rust or corrosion. We have had them about a year or more. I will mention that I find this sheets a bit thin. I had two stainless sheets for many years which were much heavier.
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LOL!!! I debated the same thing! Ended up going with the stainless as I thought it matched the kitchen better. No rust issues, heats up very quickly. Not too big, not too small! Just be careful the first time or two when you pick it up by the handle as certain areas on the handle can get hot. Once you get used to that, it's no issue!
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This model is as full floor model...I have had this steamer for over a year and LOVE it. It's amazing and has held up through heavy use.
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The steamer tray on mine is stainless steel. Same appearance as the pot, just the metal is thinner. I've been using it for over 2 years and it's always worked great, never any problems. Even dropped the lid from 5 ft. once :-O, and it was perfectly fine. The tray is marked S.S304 on the side. I googled this number, and as I expected it is an abbreviation for stainless steel grade 304. However, I understand that some earlier models of this rice cooker did have an aluminum tray, so it's possible, although not likely, that you could have gotten an earlier model. If the tray is marked S.S.304 or if it has the same color and shine as the pot, it's pretty safe to say it's stainless steel. If it's more dull and isn't marked it's likely aluminum.
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The difference is the former & cheaper is actually better. This one is stainless steel but doesn't have the adjustable thickness option or the bowl option available. I bought the older version after this one and liked it much better. I hope this helps.
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I purchased the Cooks standard NC-00238 5 ply clad S/S chefs pan 32cm and the cooks standard NC-00247 steamer 32cm purchased 8 mths and use it most days, Rust should never be a problem because it is stainless steel.
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Secura 3-Tier 6-Quart Stainless Steel Electric Food Steamer w/ Steam360 technology - electric steamer with stainless steel trays (with removable bottoms).
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I bought it because it was stainless steel not sure about 18-10. It has the weight and look of stainless steel.