Is this cockroach proof? Is there a gasket around the top?
358903
When put together properly it IS cockroach proof, unfortunately the top keeps becoming loose. It's activated by stepping on the pedal at the base. The top flips up and slowly lowers to the the original closed position. Then you can "lock" the lid closed if you want. Unfortunately the top will come loose and you'll need to reattach it, which is easy enough. Overall it's pretty decent.
358904
There isn't a gasket but it seats well and when the lock is engaged nothing is going to crawl in from the lid. I haven't had the lid issues others have talked about. Either lucky for me or unlucky for them.
2103753
Yes, it has a nice rubber gasket (O Ring) on the screw in top. I am guessing if over the years the gasket gets old it can be replaced by going to Ace or some other full service hardware store as it looks like a standard size. I had the cheaper "drug store" holders before but like this one a lot better. It is thinner and the circular machining on the tube body make it look much nicer that the other ones.
1880292
You are correct. There is a plastic gasket that comes with it. I find that sometimes it still leaks. The gasket should have been made out of rubber. I still like mine. I use mine for cane syrup.
1246674
It doesn't seal tightly, if that's what mean. The lid fits well, but it's cloth just like the rest of the box so I wouldn't call it bug-proof.
216487
No, it's not at all cat proof which is one reason I have contemplated getting rid of it. I have come home to the pots on the floor with the rocks out of it. I have also had the top opened up pretty well but the inner tray was still firmly in place..
460339
Don't see a gasket in mine. The top has to be tightened down completely in order to build pressure.
671997
Actually, there is. There is a metal plate at the bottom of the shaft (just above the blades themselves). On the back side of the plate is plastic. There is also (what appears to be) a silicone gasket that the plastic from the metal plate sits in, and plastic behind the gasket. The silicone gasket MAY provide a seal from the plastic. However, when the shaft comes loose and falls out (as it has done in mine), then there obviously is no seal from the plastic.
1759112
It does have a gasket to keep water out, I shower with mine and do dishes without any problems.
66502
I do not know. All I know is that we were seeing 2-5 roaches a day and over a weeks time I unloaded an entire tube (not all at once) in the crevice above the dishwasher. That was the week before Thanksgiving 2014 and the next week until now (end of Feb 2015) we have not seen any roaches. Putting the little dabs did not seem to work well. I highly reccomend this product.
673377
no gasket but a very tight fit and well insulated.it does everything advertised.
1861151
It does have a small neopreme gasket that is removable. I've never had to remove it, but it is removable. Very durable material. This thermos, especially when preheated with a little hot water before used, is the best I've ever owned. Holds temp all day
2245743
Yes, the gasket is between where the unit clicks together. Its like a rubber band. Water has never been an issue. My first one, after 5 years, the plastic finally started coming apart. I live in the southwest where the sun eats up stuff.
457667
Trish, this model does not have the rubber gasket. It does come with a rubber band type of object that is made for securing the lid during transport. I have not used the band so I can not comment on how well it works.
751098
No, the lid has no gasket, but as it cooks the moisture seals it. I have used it several times and it works great. I hope this helps.
1048596
I haven't had that problem, but needed a gasket. Called Slime and they were very responsive - hopefully they can help you out too.
235940
absolutely not -- the lid lowers down slowly and when it fully closes it is even with the rest of the can, but an actual seal would require that the lid was closed with some pressure - in fact, considerable pressure. many insects, including roaches, can walk between a wall and wall paper. they will have no problem getting in and out of the can if they have reason to go there. and i don't believe i have ever seen a consumer trash can would have a strong-enough seal, except, maybe, those trash-compactor in-counter units, which you have to shove closed with some force
115222
No mine had the box... Sorry to hear that, the directions pretty much say to leave very small drops in places you spot them most. I only had to do this twice I have not seen a roach since. Even though the seller was unprofessional the product still kicks butt.