Metal or plastic tray?
576664
The tray is plastic but seems to be pretty strong. Guess it would depend upon the size and weight of the animal to determine if it would be strong enough. I use mine for cats.
576665
It's a thick plastic tray. We had a crate that had a metal tray and even with the dog bed inside, it rattled every time the dug moved. Very noisy and we returned it and got this one.
576666
Plastic. I was worried it seem not so sturdy. But it is worked out just fine. However, my dog is just 70 pounds. We really don't use it anymore but he goes in to sleep sometimes on his own
2203397
Bare metal I believe. It was given as a gift to replace mother in laws old wooden one. She likes it and the plastic tray underneath is easy to clean.
2016316
Metal. This thing is reasonably well made but I do have it away from squirrel areas. They have the capability to tear the holes open which ruins the feeder. Good luck.
228645
Hi Karen...plastic trays are available in any Lowes, Home Depot, or hardware/garden type stores
975264
I use a plastic spoon though I have not heard metal would interact with DE.
290881
I would use metal personally. Since the oven can reach temps of 400 degrees. I've made cinnamon rolls in it.
198621
this is metal and has a very sturdy plastic tray underneath. It doesn't scratch at all and is stainless steel, excellent item
1001951
The transparent tray is the preferrwed one in my opinion. It is easy to attach and remove and is much larger. The white tray requires an additional part to install it and is much smaller. I am returning the white one and will order the transparent tray.
1286163
The tray is plastic and is not as strong as a metal tray would be. I wouldn't trust taking the grate out and allowing birds to walk on the tray because I would be scared that the tray would fall off the track and the birds would be free. bfry
49759
You can use metal utensils. I still have so many plastic, and you can still use those. Just don't leave them near the heat or touching surfaces very long.
854953
I ended up returning my tray because it went too far back, so I don't know. Good luck.
274260
Metal....aircraft grade aluminum. I think it is better than the plastic one.
1337180
Tray feeder that is not motorized like in a desktop. Push the button and it pops open then push the tray closed. Over the long haul, a bit of care in using this DVD will give the plastic a long life. It is plastic quality matched to the price point which, suited our usage requirements.
1926033
My dehydrator has plastic trays but I would sure think it would work for you.
65836
It may have a plastic tray, but the ball bearings make rotation very smooth. The quality is definately higher than what you'd expect for the price. We have used it for a home made 3-tier wedding cake, which turned out amazing.
1999163
I would say- the plastic and wooden are better, in a case of stainless utensilis- the small scratches are possible.
980419
The tray in mine is plastic. I have ran it through thr dishwasher many times and it cleans up great. Only the dome and the cooking surface that holds the water are stainless steel. B/c the cooking surface is stainless, it's easy to clean if you break an egg and it will get dirty over time. Just spray with vinegar, let it soak a minute and it wipes clean with little scrubbing.