Does this open Ball jars and can i still use these covers again? or does it damage the ring?
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If you aren't too harsh with it, the Ball or other canning jar lids open easily and are not damaged. As with anything, if you are rough with it, then it can be damaged.
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Yes, it is perfect for anything with ridges and most smooth rims. I have never seen damage and have had mine for 15-years. It holds the lid firmly while you slightly twist the can, jar, or bottle.My mother cannot grip things very well so it really helps especially with bottled water and jelly jars. I got her's last month and she loves it.
1449754
I have had no damage to any jar but I have not tried to open any that were canned at home. It does not take much pressure to open anything. You should be able to reuse them.
1449755
It should open a Ball or any mason jar no different from a mayonnaise jar. No damage, unless you have painted the lid for some project or something. It's a "V" shape with teeth on one side only.
1449756
I have used my rims over and over. I do not remember any being "ruined" by this opener. However, that doesn't mean one hasn't. Even the tightest of jar lids comes off easily with very little effort on human part to twist. I will say that I do eventually throw away rims and replace them if the sides get too rough, but again, I can't remember doing this a lot because of this opener. I hope this helps.
1449757
I haven't tried ball jars, but I can't see why it wouldn't work. It has never damaged any of the jars I have opened. Probably worth a try.
1449758
It might, after many, many uses, begin to damage Ball jar lid rings. If you were only using the opener for the first time you opened the jars after canning (when it can be really hard to open), I think it would not cause damage. If you used it every time, it might eventually wear down the ring, but the advantage of having help opening the jar outweighs the minor wear, I think.
1449759
This jar opener does not damage mason jar lids or any jar with a flat edged lids. If by ball jars you mean those with the rounded edge lids, those will be damaged and are more difficult to open.
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I have reused jars that I purchased food in from the grocery store to vacumn seal and they work great as long as they have a rubber ring on the lid. I have a canister sealer and I put the jar inside and when I release the seal on the canister the inside reused jar seals. Look at video's on YOU TUBE about vacumn sealing they have been very helpful to me.
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These silicone rings are about 1/16" thick. If you want a thicker gasket ring, get the rubber, that you would use on the glass jars.
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horseface said on November 24, 2014 | Edit Sorry, I hit the wrong button. The rubber ring I have has an IO of 2.25, OD is 2-13/16 and the distance between IO and OD is .25". The rubber ring does stretch around the circumference of the jar (OD of 2-13/16") the part that is about 1/4 high from the horizontal lip of the jar. So it should fit on the lid lip that fits inside the jar. Send me your address and I will send you one.
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The rings are stainless steel. As long as you let it air dry, there shouldn't be any problems.
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I have had zero problems with this item, with regards to the single drive belt or the two lid o-rings. I did however had to align the motor drive pulley with the driven pulley but that very easy, just bend the uprights by hand. I have put a drop of synthetic oil on the bearing surfaces where the rods spin and it has lasted quite a few uses. If everything is aligned and and lubed you will not have problems. The only way you can have a problem with the sealing o-rings is if you nick them with knife or screwdriver trying to remove them. USE NO TOOLS FOR THIS PROCEDURE!!!! On and off by hands ONLY!! This is a great product...... I have had zero problems with this item, with regards to the single drive belt or the two lid o-rings. I did however had to align the motor drive pulley with the driven pulley but that very easy, just bend the uprights by hand. I have put a drop of synthetic oil on the bearing surfaces where the rods spin and it has lasted quite a few uses. If everything is aligned and and lubed you will not have problems. The only way you can have a problem with the sealing o-rings is if you nick them with knife or screwdriver trying to remove them. USE NO TOOLS FOR THIS PROCEDURE!!!! On and off by hands... » Read More I have had zero problems with this item, with regards to the single drive belt or the two lid o-rings. I did however had to align the motor drive pulley with the driven pulley but that very easy, just bend the uprights by hand. I have put a drop of synthetic oil on the bearing surfaces where the rods spin and it has lasted quite a few uses. If everything is aligned and and lubed you will not have problems. The only way you can have a problem with the sealing o-rings is if you nick them with knife or screwdriver trying to remove them. USE NO TOOLS FOR THIS PROCEDURE!!!! On and off by hands ONLY!! This is a great product...... « Show Less
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Yes they do? I really like replacing the metal ring to the plastic after opening the jar. For example pickles, when not consuming the entire jar. I will replace with the plastic. Just keep in mind these plastic covers are for storage only and will not seal like the metal in the canning process. The Plastic is great for dry storage spices, pasta, rice in the quart or pint jars when you plan opening the jar often
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Yes I can remove the lid, if I pull on it even a little, after the middle button is pushed down. I was able to do this pretty much immediately, so it's not that the product is old or faulty. They don't seal 100%. They close pretty well but they are not airtight at all. I live in Hawaii, and was concerned about bugs and humidity. The good part is that bugs (esp ants) haven't gotten in yet, after two years. But the bad part is that the humidity has gotten in. So most of the stuff I keep is in a plastic bag inside of the container. Pretty lame, considering the price, but they stack well and aren't ugly.
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I just filled a small ball jar more than 1/2 way with water, tightened the lid and shook the heck out of it. No spills or leaks! Then I set it sort of upside down in a bowl (like it fell over in your bag) - Its been about an hour - no water in the bowl! There is no gasket but I think it'll work.
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Yes, you can use regular canning rings with these lids. I suggest you keep the ring on after the canning process. My experience is that this lids came loose after a couple of days, but they worked very well for some people with the rings staying tight for some time.
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The rubber ring is a seal against leaks. You will probably ruin your machine if you continue to use it without the proper seal.
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Doubtful, they seem to be made with the same materials that your regular ring canning jar lids are made out of, which rust after awhile. I have been hand-washing mine and they haven't rusted at all yet, though I haven't used them a ton yet either. The package had no information at all about care.
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It will close easier if you run the rubber ring under cold water for a few seconds for it to retract. The lips on the top of the lid for the purpose of catching your thumb and finger in twisting the lid open or close are tiny and hurt when trying to turn the darn thing when it's difficult to turn. Bottom line is cheap rubber lid ring for a design of having to deal with hot liquid that will cause it to expand?!?! Makes no sense.
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I wondered the same thing when I first purchased! There is a small clear seal on the side that reaches from the jar to the lid. When you turn the lid to open, it breaks the seal. Hope that made sense.
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My set came with a ring that holds them together also. I suggest you contact the seller and ask for one or, return the set for replacement. I don't use my ring either. I detach the funnel I want to use and re-attach it after the one I used has been cleaned. The ring isn't really necessary.
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I haven't had that problem yet, but ours has already cracked at the top so we decided to quit using it. Half the time it was difficult to open certain jars especially plastic lids. I feel its not worth the money and I advise you to return it for a refund if you can.
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I made jam with these jars this year and had to seal some with Ball rings & tops for entry in County Fair jam competitions (they require the two piece sealing) and used the provided tops for my personal use. I found no difference in the quality of the seals. I would have no concerns about the quality of seal, but if you had any concerns, you can easily use the Ball two piece top and rings with these attractive jars.