Are the gears aluminum? The closeup looks like the fiberglass comp but in another image they look like aluminum.
2034894
Not sure what kind of metal the gears are made of, but it is the same as the rest of the upper handle, and is incredibly strong.
2034895
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.
2034896
I believe the handles are aluminum but the gears appear to be reinforced fiber glass. They work very well. I consider them to be a high quality product and am pleased I bought them.
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Hi Ray, the gears on my machine are made of metal. In fact the entire machine is metal except for the roller on the handle.Hope this helps...Jim
201719
It's aluminium. The carbon fiber is more expensive. I love mine (aluminium).
2266679
The auger screw is stainless, the blade is stainless and the round disc that the meat goes thru at the end is metal (not sure what material). I don't see any plastic gears at all. I have now ground about 15 batchs of chicken legs (for dog food) and it is absolutely wonderful. One time I didn't screw the ring that holds the blade and plate in tight enough, and I thought for a minute the machine was not good, but it was operator error. I screwed that piece on tight and it was great. I truly love this machine. Good luck.
1790342
I'm not sure, but looks like gold aluminum. Works great and was a very good add-on for the price.
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A buyer back on May 11 scraped one of the wires to discover that they are indeed aluminum wire with copper cladding. I am answering this because this fact is not stated in the tech detail section of the listing. I was hoping to get copper wire in this price range, but it looks I'll need a time machine first.
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I assumed they were stainless steel, but I'm no expert in metals. It could be aluminum. Sorry I couldn't be of more help!
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I'm not sure if they're stainless steel perhaps some type of high grade alloy. They are very high quality and my wife has enjoyed playing with them so far. Its a good deal! ~ Chris
1425128
From all that I have read, it is PA and TPR rubber, whatever they are. No mention of fiberglass at all.
2253369
The blades (both of them) are stainless steel as is the shaft connecting the blades to the underside rotor. All I can see, other than what I described above is plastic.
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The drive sprocket on the blender base is hard rubber--I haven't cut into it to see if it's a rubber coated metal drive gear, but it seems pretty solid. The jar has a metal gear and entire blade assembly is all metal except for a rubber sealing gasket. The drive system seems pretty substantial; I would expect it to last a long time.
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I'm quite sure the pans are cast aluminum, nice and thick, coated with a ceramic coating. I don't think there's another kind of metal in them. I totally love my pans and they wear very well.
690910
The parts I have are metal. They do have a slight oil coating common with steel parts.
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The blades (both of them) are stainless steel as is the shaft connecting the blades to the underside rotor.All I can see, other than what I described above is plastic.
2236226
Doesn't say but I agree with the answer that it looks like a fine metallic mesh. I suggest calling or e-mailing the Boska company and ask for a clarification.
1957011
I believe they are. They seem to be really well made. I've had nothing but good experiences with them. I have worked on everything from aluminum to T-1 steel and have not had any failures yet. (knock on wood) ! ! !
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It is too heavy to be aluminum, but it looks more like powder coated steel than stainless. I've had mine a couple of months and it still looks good and I like it a lot, but I see potential for it to rust at the welds.