Does this have an "Encapsulated bottom?" or a Full Cap Base Advantage meaning that a stainless steel protector surrounds a thicker aluminum core for easy maintenance and better heat distribution. Thanks. Does this have an "Encapsulated bottom?" or a Full Cap Base Advantage meaning that a stainless steel protector surrounds a thicker aluminum core for easy maintenance and better heat... » Read More Does this have an "Encapsulated bottom?" or a Full Cap Base Advantage meaning that a stainless steel protector surrounds a thicker aluminum core for easy maintenance and better heat distribution. Thanks. « Show Less
445758
All I know is that the bottom is stainless steel, inside and out. The entire teakettle is a very good quality stainless steel.
2170611
Well, the inside of the bottom (where the water goes) "looks" like is has some kind of coating to me. Others have mentioned this as well in their reviews. Personally, I have been using it for over a year now and it still looks like it did when I bought it. So, don't know what the coating is but it looks like it's there to stay and not coming off like the Aluminum Bialetti's do. Hope this helps.
1691868
Interesting. I confess my lack of attention to detail in this case: I did not know that there was aluminum in the construction, as all I saw was stainless steel. Now I see that the bottom exterior does show evidence of the encapsulated aluminum section to which others have referred; obviously this is not an interior feature.
1118053
I no longer have the packaging so do not know where manufactured. Bottom does not seem to be encapsulated. The whole product is very light weight. I thought it would be something like I've seen on the cooking shows and those appear to be heavier like stainless but this product looks and feels like aluminum to me. I am no expert ... just my opinion.
2077784
The stainless steel encompasses the aluminum. It is usually only for heat transfer purposes. .. I purchased this.. still going great
787455
"Appliatech" - 3 questions have been posted re: product and each time the response has been 'do not know' and 'contact manufacturer. I googled 'Pro Chef' and haven't come up with a website for the company. If you are going to put a product up for sale, you should have some basic information - minimally manufacturer's contacts: email, phone, website! If product description is correct/accurate "Insulated stainless steel inner tank" then coating on stainless steel surface is a negative - usually stainless steel [esp. 18/10] is superior to coated surfaces. S/S is easier to clean/maintain and healthier.
678568
Correct, it is only the base that has the aluminum core. Everything else is stainless steel.
555388
MCP has stainless steel over aluminum for the entire piece--the aluminum goes up the sides. So it is thicker and heavier and creates a bowl of heat. CCC just has aluminum in the base, not up the sides, which is the case with most cheaper stainless steel cookware.
861673
I don't think there is a difference. The oven cooks using convection and infrared technology. I don't know why they list them different. I bought this black one with the extender ring. I love it. It comes with a pan, 2 metal racks, the extender ring and a DVD to show you how to use it. They also give you a plastic coated 8x11 card that is a quick guide to how long to cook meats and a little cook book. Here's my advice to you. They give you this lid holder. Don't use it. I think that is one of the reasons people's domes are cracking. The plastic gets really hot and the heating unit on top is heavy. When I want to check or turn the food, I pause it and completely take the dome off and place it upright on a wooden cutting board. Further more. When your food is done cooking, take the heating unit off the dome and let them cool separately. After the dome is cool, as in after your meal, hand wash it. People seem to have a problem with the dome cracking. I don't. I never put it in the dishwasher and I never leave it on it's side. Other than that, it's a great oven and I highly recommend it.
927384
I can't tell what it is as it is coated with something very slippery. I suspect that the coating is meant to make it easier to clean. I will tell you that the unit feels very solid and well built.
832049
It means the pump draws water from the top of the cast base vs. the underneath. Either way it is still drawing all the water from near the bottom of the sump basin. The top design just avoids sucking up dirt and sludge from the bottom of the sump basin. You can see the protected inlet screen built into the bottom black cast iron base.This is a good pump overall.
1649391
I did not purchase a grate, do you mean something to protect the bottom of the sink to prevent scratches? It is an excellent sink and I am so glad I purchased it. I just protect the bottom with a piece of that foam shelf liner if I am cleaning a big pot or pan.
2205330
The aluminum base is on the outside of the cookware and therefore the aluminum rests on the heating surface. The cooking side, where the food will be cooked, is the stainless steel. We have been very pleased with the cookware but learned not to cook on a "high" setting. Keep a container of "Barkeepers Friend" on hand as it seems this with a touch of warm water is about the only way it cleans up. But it does clean up and looks as new as when we took it out the box. Hope this helps.
934100
Sorry - I answered it wrong the first time. The inner layer is steel. The base is also magnetic steel - it works well on induction. You will be cooking in steel - I do not use aluminum either.
367628
I am neither the Seller nor am I in any way affiliated with the Seller. I purchased this item back in March 2013 to replace a rusting original. Paid a total of $84.00 at the time (incl. shipping). I too had a difficulty in determining from the then published picture what exactly they were offering...! Anyway putting aside the unjustifiably very high price of this grid (!!! :-( ) it works well and is made very well too. But.... Pay attention to the accurate part number. There are three different items carrying very similar P/Ns: * Franke : Prestige Plus Series PR31C Prestige Grid Drain * Franke : Prestige Plus Series PR36C Large Bottom Grid * Franke : Prestige Plus Series PR31S Prestige Grid Drain * Franke PRX-110-21 Kitchen Sink - 1 Bowl The last one is the Sink itself. In my case I acquired the PR 36C. The picture shown in the link: http://www.amazon.com/Franke-PR-36C-Prestige-Coated-Stainless/dp/B000GPSHIQ/ref=cm_cd_al_qh_dp_i is likely an error. The PR 36C is a Bottom of the Sink Grid (rests on its 4 small feet) and has the following max. measurements: Max. width: 18.5", max. depth: 13.5" and the small "feet' raise it 1" above the bottom surface of the Sink. I indicated here "max" because the shape is not an actual rectangle, rather a bit oval on all 4 sides.... Recommendation: do not place hot objects (hotter than you can touch) on it. Heat melts the coating of the wires and once the grid wires become exposed to air (and water) they start to rust....! (from experience!!). So make sure you order the correct and full P/N. Hope this helps.
2275252
The inner cover has an aluminum base. It will never come in contact with the food due to the polished stainless steel inner lid in between. The steam that passes through the inner lid is also is directed to the overflow cup and not back into the food.
914324
No, the copper bottom is "glued" to the stainless steel body. The solder filler between the copper and the steel melted away revealing the lumps of epoxy or what ever it is that was used to attach the base. We use sauspans with copper bases on the same gas ring and have never ever had any issues with the copper melting irrespective of the heat applied.This kettle looks good but it is very poor in quality and I would not touch any product from this supplier again. I am more than happy to provide photos if you supply an email address to greggk@bigpond.com. This is probably not the answer you were hoping but I would rather be honest with you than have you throw the kettle out after a few months.Hope that helps. No, the copper bottom is "glued" to the stainless steel body. The solder filler between the copper and the steel melted away revealing the lumps of epoxy or what ever it is that was used to attach the base. We use sauspans with copper bases on the same gas ring and have never ever had any issues with the copper melting irrespective of the heat applied.This kettle looks good but it is very poor in quality and I would not touch any product from this supplier again. I am more than happy to provide photos if you supply an email address to greggk@bigpond.com. This is probably not... » Read More No, the copper bottom is "glued" to the stainless steel body. The solder filler between the copper and the steel melted away revealing the lumps of epoxy or what ever it is that was used to attach the base. We use sauspans with copper bases on the same gas ring and have never ever had any issues with the copper melting irrespective of the heat applied.This kettle looks good but it is very poor in quality and I would not touch any product from this supplier again. I am more than happy to provide photos if you supply an email address to greggk@bigpond.com. This is probably not the answer you were hoping but I would rather be honest with you than have you throw the kettle out after a few months.Hope that helps. « Show Less