Are the gears inside metal or nylon(plastic) on these mixers?
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From the 2014 Stand Mixer reviews. http://mixer-review.toptenreviews.com/kitchenaid-artisan-review.html "There are no plastic pieces used in the construction of these stand mixers, so it's extremely rare for anything in these machines to break. A lesser device might use plastic gears inside the mixer's motor, but KitchenAid doesn't hide any plastic behind a metal façade - what you see is what you get. That's why they consistently last such an incredibly long time."
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There is a mix of metal and nylon/plastic gears in the Aristan line models. It makes the mixer quieter that the Pro 600 line, but obviously that makes a difference in it's ability to handle extremely heavy duty work. I've confirmed this information with Kitchenaid Customer Service as of November 19, 2014. They absolutely confirm that there ARE nylon/plastic gears in the Artisan line. I'm not saying it's an inferior model, just different.
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The containers are plastic but blending arm and blades are stainless steel.
1150456
I thought it was metal, but it is chrome painted plastic. Doesn't feel cheap though. I was a little disappointed, but it is a good mixer.
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Hi. You will have to ask kitchenaid regarding that. The inside is stainless though. I doubt if there is any plastic. thank you
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heavy duty plastic for the housing ..and copper for the plugs...pretty standard and, they work perfectly..hope this helps
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The rotary blades are metal with attached rubber faces. The outer housing is 1/2 metal (in front) and 1/2 plastic in back I believe ... I am not at home to check. This is a light unit and it works very well for me. I am very happy that I bought this!
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Metal. This is the best blender I have ever owned! No problems what so ever!
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Dont know. I gave them away as gift. All i can say is that i saw a big lump inside from the welding and it was not stainless steel.
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They are plastic. There is no actual copper in them. The pepper mill has steel inside as part of the grinder. That said, they are pretty. I don't regret buying them.
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They are a combination the "mixer" is plastic however the "cab" is metal. I bought mine for my grandson and he love it.
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They don't seem to be aluminum, which would be a poor choice of material for gears that have to apply a good deal of force. I would guess they are steel. However, you may want to contact Fiskars direct if you are doubtful.
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Plastic or vinyl, they work fine and are easy to clean up. I had fun playing with the thing once you get the consistency of the dough right.
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It seems to be metal to me. Its heavy for its size and the paint does not chip easily as if sprayed on plastic. I try to keep with metal items more so than plastic. I'm still using my blender from 1969 with a metal body and glass container, not plastic. My mixer is a Hamilton Beach 1948 Model G, all metal again. Can't beat metal.
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They are stainless steel inside. I have had them about 6 years now and they still look new with heavy use. They are weighted and have a grippy gripper thing on the bottom so they don't scoot. Best bowls I have.
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as far as I know and can tell they are stainless steel...I love them..use them almost every day...easy to clean also..grinder is excellent..hope I've helped!
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The heads ARE silicone, that's why. Nylon utensils are firm and unyielding, yet softer than metal. Silicone is more pliable. Obviously the description is wrong.
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The outer layer is some kind of heavy duty plastic the inside is metal. If you keep your mixer in the proper mixing place these last a long time. What happens over time is the mixer starts rubbing against the bowl, there are instructions in your book that leads you to a proper fixing. My mixer is over 30 years old,when we moved i misplaced my dough hook. I gave each of my daughters one as a Christmas gift years ago and they wouldn't be without one and neither would I. This is the dough hook for kneading bread recipes.