is the base stainless steel or plastic
1740522
The base has a stainless housing around the top, but the bottom of the base is plastic.
1740523
The base is stainless steel and is filled with electrical conduit and copper and wire. NEVER wash the base or submerge it in water. You may take a damp sponge and wipe it gently. But never let water pour into the base. Like wise the base of the canister is all metal too. NEVER wash the outside of the canister with running water. You can rinse the inside of the glass canister with warm water and swish it around, pouring it out gently. Simply wipe the outside of the canister with a gently cloth, maybe a tiny bit of windex to keep it clean. But if you get water into any of the electrical parts, it will cause an ERROR code on the display screen on the base and then you'll have all sorts of problems. The end result is that it is cheaper to buy a new one than to try and repair, replace or ship the base or canister back to the factory. The base and the parts (canister) are not available for sales in local stores.
2094094
It's stainless steel in and out. No plastic. I've had a great experience so far. I recommend it!
1935446
I believe the base is metal, as well as the removable insert, and the lid is plastic.
1611880
The base and column are metal, however the shade is plastic. Even though, it is till a nice looking piece.
403857
The put of the lid that lifts up is plastic, but the base of the lid that has the label is stainless steel
1387636
The bottom base is plastic. I left it out all winter and it held up fine. I just don't have many birds that use it.
466851
The base is not metal. It is heavy but very well could be plastic with sand.
790338
The base is a weighted brass finished material. When I tap it with a metal object it doesn't ring....but has a dead sound like it's plastic. It has a laquer finish which wouldn't be necessary if it were solid brass. Best guess? It's not brass. Very attractive and very stable. Remember, brass will tarnish over time, I don't think this will.
2045637
It is plastic. Stainless steel is only what you see in the picture (a wrapping).
1268821
Hi! The base has a mirror-like finish (which is nade of plastic). The bas itself is weighty but the ouside layer is plastic.
25579
I'm not sure - we've only had it for a few months so it hasn't rusted yet. The manufacturer has a website - sklz.com - that I used to contact their Customer Service department with a separate question about the base. They took nearly a week to finally get back to me but ultimately answered my question. Good luck - I hope they can help!
1386937
The base is all metal. The only non metal parts are the knob and the 4 feet. I think these are bakelite rather than plastic.
241548
The base is in 2 parts, top is copper color I doubt it is actually copper, the bottom part of base is plastic. I've had it several months with no issues.
879981
It is a rigid yet bendable plastic. The base is a ring that is not full closed. About 20% gap which. You use to forcefully clamp around a bar. It is not very sturdy, but works well as long as you have it against something... The dashboard for example
271645
The base is plastic, so be careful when removing it. If you have a warranty, contact the place you bought the pump from. I did and got a new replacement withint two weeks.
1625084
The lid is actually metal, the handle is plastic with a plastic pushbutton, the kettle is metal, as well as the bottom, the base is a combination of both plastic and metal.
1825341
The housing is plastic but the piece in frontis stainless. I am very happy with this purchase. I keep in on my counter and use it often. It chops food quickly and is easy to clean.