Useful information for planning and specifying products in the Pressure Canners range.
Does vessel capacity tell me how many jars will fit?
No. Jar diameter, height and the available stacking space determine the jar count. Compare the actual jars with the vessel and the required racks before selecting capacity.
South African-made non-electric Grade 304 stainless steel pressure canner and cooker, 10–50 L, for food preservation, batch pressure cooking and mushroom substrate steam sterilisation. Heated using a suitable external gas burner or electric hot plate with controllable heat.
Standard 103.4 kPa Regulating Weight · External Gas or Electric Heating
South African-made electric Grade 304 stainless steel pressure canner and cooker, 10–50 L, for food preservation, batch pressure cooking and mushroom substrate steam sterilisation. Supplied with a detachable 2 kW electric heating base, adjustable heat input and a standard 15 A socket connection.
Standard 103.4 kPa Regulating Weight · Detachable 2 kW Electric Base
Capacity
How do electric and non-electric canners differ?
E48965 has a detachable electric heating base. E48960 uses a suitable external heat source. Check the vessel capacity, heating arrangement and electrical or burner requirements for the selected model.