It says they're made with stainless steel grade 304. Is this as good or better than 18/10 stainless steel and what's the difference?
1651275
304 stainless will not rust. i believe the difference basically is that one is alloyed with nickel the other with chromium.chromium alloys are much whiter.
1258501
There is no such thing as "25/10" stainless steel. That refers to the dimensions of the blade. 18/10 refers to the metallic content of one type of stainless steel itself.
1799605
The polish stainless steel is the better quality of the 2 and is more likely to resist rust much better than the 304 stainless steel.
1246440
JH is right on. Remember that these are not scribed, (no marks for measurements). Also, contrary to recent concerns, Grizzly assures me that they ARE made from stainless steel.
716267
It means the grade of stainless steel the pan is made from and the weight of the stainless steel.18/10 is a very good grade of stainless.
716269
Read about stainless steel grading here: http://mightynest.com/blog/stainless-steel-all-about-food-grade-304-188-and-1810
2073089
I cannot tell if it is 18/10, but it is stainless steel and it is a fairly thick rigid. It is a very solid unit and it works very well. We really like it. I hope this helps.
2060103
The set that I have is really heavy duty. As far as gauge, I can only guess that the handle thickness is around 12-14 gauge; the "spoons" are around 16-20 gauge (that part is thinner because they stamped from the same piece of sheet metal.) The stainless itself is 304 or 304L, which would include 18-8 and 18-10 types. In my opinion, this set would be at the top end of the heavy duty stuff that is available.
349850
I cannot determine from looking what the grade the stainless is, but they are thicker and heavier than the original Weber bars and show no appreciable rust after being used for the past six months and weathering through our long winter. Very good product.
570426
As far as I can tell, they are stainless. I don't recall exactly when I bought them, but I would guess at least several years ago, and they have not shown any surface corrosion to date. As to the magnetic properties others have mentioned, generally speaking Austenitic stainless (304, 316, etc.) are not magnetic, but the Ferritic 400 series generally are.
2073090
According to the manufacturer's web site, the Stainless Steel trays are "constructed with 100% 304 stainless steel, 1/4 inch square mesh." 304 Stainless Steel is 18/8 Stainless Steel (= AISI USA 304 Stainless Steel or 1.4301 European Standard BSEN 10088). When I spoke with the manufacturer directly, they said that both the Stainless Steel trays and the Stainless Steel outside panels use "5-4" Stainless Steel. I am not familiar with this Stainless Steel designation, and the manufacturer could not provide any more detail. Given that the Excalibur web site states that the trays are 304 Stainless (18/8), it's likely that the outside panels are 18/8 Stainless Steel as well.
585287
They don't rust and stain as easily as people say. I had the same concern, but I haven't had that problem. Just make sure they are dried properly. This is a very good quality set. Not sure where they are made, but they have the highest quantity of stainless steel possible.
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The first number in 18/10 stainless steel refers to the percentage of the alloy that is made up of chromium. In order to be considered stainless steel at all, that number must be at least 10.5%. A higher value of chromium means that the protective layer will be thicker and will repair itself more quickly if damaged. Therefore, 18/10 stainless steel has a high level of chromium, and will be more resistant to staining and corrosion. The second number in 18/10 stainless steel refers to the percentage of nickel in the cookware. Although 18/8 also indicates high quality stainless steel cookware, the higher both numbers are, the better the cookware. above information quoted from: http://www.only-cookware.com/what_is_18_10_stainless_steel_cookware.html Also, the whistle does work, but you really have to boil the water excessively. not a problem for me. I just listen for the water and turn off the heat when it is ready. We are very happy with our tea pot. We use it multiple times a day and it is holding up well.
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I do not know but believe it is not 18/10. Mine rusted badly in less than 3 months. The steel is weakly attracted to a magnet, a sure sign it's not 18/10. Possibly it's 18/8 and in a humid environment 18/8 will rust. The 18/10 alloy they should have used on this it type 316, it's typically used in marine environments and its base Ni/Cr is 18/10 but it has a significant amount of molybdenum in the alloy. Type 316 is often called surgical steel. I doubt if the manufacturer knows the alloy. If you just spec "stainless steel" 18/8 is about the best you might get.
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There are different types of 304 Stainless and they are usually 18/8 type but can be found in higher grades but most "commercial grade"cookware is this or better. For induction cooking purposes simply determine if a magnet will be attracted to it . . The better the stainless the less effective it is as induction cookware but as far as it being "stainless" or not....I find that the term really means .. Stain less..... Not stain free....no matter how high the grade! For the most part, only a welder would care about the grade to determine the kind of filler rod to be making his weld with. There are different types of 304 Stainless and they are usually 18/8 type but can be found in higher grades but most "commercial grade"cookware is this or better. For induction cooking purposes simply determine if a magnet will be attracted to it . . The better the stainless the less effective it is as induction cookware but as far as it being "stainless" or not....I find that the term really means .. Stain less..... Not stain free....no matter how high the grade! For the most part, only a welder would care about the grade to determine the kind of filler rod to be making... » Read More There are different types of 304 Stainless and they are usually 18/8 type but can be found in higher grades but most "commercial grade"cookware is this or better. For induction cooking purposes simply determine if a magnet will be attracted to it . . The better the stainless the less effective it is as induction cookware but as far as it being "stainless" or not....I find that the term really means .. Stain less..... Not stain free....no matter how high the grade! For the most part, only a welder would care about the grade to determine the kind of filler rod to be making his weld with. « Show Less
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Rodrigo, Bayou says they are 304, I now own 2 of these, one mash tun one boil kettle for my brew sculpture. I will be getting a 3rd for hot loquor tank. The quality is not that of a blichman but also half the cost. You will not be disappointed.
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I have no idea how to tell if they are 18/10, however I can tell you I am very pleased with mine. They dont rust and the shape is unique