I want stainless steel construction on all inside parts that contact hot water and coffee, not just on the outside. Is this unit so built?
264555
The container that holds the water is plastic. The inside parts are plastic as well. You can get a permanent metal mesh filter to hold the coffee but all else is plastic. Makes great coffee and easy to use. Ellen S.
264556
No, only the outside is stainless steel. The water resevoir and everything else inside is plastic. I know what you mean. I was looking for something that's all stainless steel on the inside to try and avoid that "plastic taste" you often get from some coffee makers. Eventually I gave up as I couldn't find anything like that! BUT, somehow this coffee maker does NOT give you the plastic taste in the coffee. This is now my second time owning this model, and I'm quite pleased.Yehuda K.
264557
No, this coffee maker has a stainless steel exterior trim only. The unit, including working components, is primarily plastic.
264558
No, only the outside is stainless steel. The water resevoir and everything else inside is plastic. I know what you mean. I was looking for something that's all stainless steel on the inside to try and avoid that "plastic taste" you often get from some coffee makers. Eventually I gave up as I couldn't find anything like that! BUT, somehow this coffee maker does NOT give you the plastic taste in the coffee. This is now my second time owning this model, and I'm quite pleased. Yehuda K.
264559
I don't think so. The cold water reservoir is transparent plastic. The tube that carries the water to the heating unit and the nozzle that puts water over the grinds is encased in plastic. I can't tell if there's steel inside. Lastly, the filter holder is plastic. Hope this helps.
1157615
Yes, this machine has aluminum parts, however, the parts are not in direct contact with the coffee or its constituents
504601
Yes. All parts are heavy stainless steel. Had this unit for 2 years with no problems.
1892913
No it's not. Great unit but only complaint is that there is no room temp water, just cold or hot which is a problem when making coffee.
1218183
All parts appear to be stainless steel. We enjoy using the percolator and it doesn't take up a lot of counter space.
2034889
No - all metal on the inside... I really like it! It keeps the coffee good and hot. I've been using every day for this past month... fits well into the hand... may not fit some of the carriers in the cars
1725704
No its black plastic on the back exterior but the rest is stainless steel. Best damn coffee maker I've ever had. Makes greast coffee and espresso/lattes. It even has some hot chocolate attachement.
479658
It does not. There is a "well" for the coffee side and hot water side. This is the best thing ever!! I love it!!
825044
I think the question about the interior should be addressed to the manufacturer. It is metal and not shiney on the lower interior portion. The gasket discolors so I believe water contacts the gasket. I really enjoy the coffee ritual with this coffee maker.
1385592
The top of the unit, where you put the water jug opening in, is stainless steel. I'm not sure about the entire inside.
1090467
The unit is made of plastic. There is a basket at the usual place at the top to hold the coffee, also plastic. The inside bottom part where the heating element goes is metal though.
1246855
Yes, it is stainless steel inside, all buttons are moving. Printing and plastic quality on the outer shell is very good as well. I would question stability though, when you have it filled with liquid, it tends to dangerously tilt, it is stable but you may end up with a mess on your desktop. Just be careful or put it away from your stuff.
667196
Yes, It is stainless steel both inside and out. Well worth the money compared to similiar items so you can afford to replace this one 3-4 times over. How long do the other comparable units work? We've had ours for only 1+ years, use everyday, no problems-but would buy another one, however we do use filtered water, for the best end product.
1985422
It is all Stainless including the basket and stem..... it makes wonderful coffee as long as you get the correct grind coffee - for percolators.
1337205
Yes the inside is stainless. There is a nylon type screen filtering the pour spout, this framed in a black composite material, also nylon colored seals letting the clear water level window be visible for required boiling water. This appears to be plastic.
1367978
I have the white version of this model. Yes, the sides and bottom are stainless steel, but the lid has plastic on the underside painted to appear stainless steel. When steam rises and heats the underside of the lid, the water will run back to the bottom and bring down any potential plastic chemical. It's not entirely stainless steel interior, I'm upset.
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yes Bill, it has aluminum parts that contact the water and the coffee, absolutely. hope this helps you.