Does the 40qt pot have a flat base? I would be using it on a flat glass top stove for homebrewing.
42857
Yes the bottom base is flat - I used it on my glass top - One thing to keep in mind is not to slide the pot on the hot burner it will leave marks on the glass top - It is easy to remove with a good glass cook-top cleaner so don't worry it it does
1762206
I have no idea but I can tell you I got the higher end model for my home brewing and it have a think bottom and heats quickly. The construction is very high quality. This is my fourth brew pot I've owned over the past 15 years and for the money it is the best. You can pay $150 more and get a Blichman pot with a sight glass but to me that is the only difference.
2082316
The bottom surface is flat. It is a metal plate that has been welded to the bottom of the kettle--also flat. I have an induction range and the kettle works fine with it. If the kettle should boil dry and overheat that plate may warp (happened to a friend). Otherwise the kettle is very serviceable. I use it daily.
1180955
The bottom is flat ,but there is a half inch indentation around the edge . I use it on a glass top stove and have no problems.
163213
It's flat. I use it on an inductive range which is flat too and could be described as a flat electric cooker (with the power of magnets). The pot and the cooker work really well together- flat surface against flat surface like two books kissing.
1934722
My experience is on a flat glass top stove. It works very well there. I couldn't be more pleased.
733791
Yes, this kettle has a flat bottom. This is a great tea kettle, I'm sure you will enjoy yours as much as I do mine on my glass top stove.
1834531
I do not believe that this pot is recommended for a glass top stove. However, it does have a smooth bottom and I have used mine several times on a glass top stove without any problems.
163214
It is totally flat on the bottom, just be aware that it is very thin metal, might tweak a little when first heating up. Happy hot potting, hope this helps.
856478
It is 100% flat and with no any design in the bottom. My stove has glass top too.
1995513
yes, it has a flat bottom, and i have a ceramic stovetop,also. works very well. i have never had a problem.
1744587
the opening on the top of the pot is 5 inches and the bottom is flat.I use it on a flat top stove works fine.
767772
I have the 60QT pot it is great. I am 66 years old still do lots of canning could not do with out it. i didnt go bigger would take lots of heat and time bringing to boil. It fits the burner just right. I even used it on Gas burner you cant go wrong they stand behind the product. contact me if need to enjoy. GAC
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One user reports "Very high quality build, I got it for home brewing and have done a full 5 gal boil with a 10 gallon pot. However, the boil is not vigorous".. That makes it 50 lbs + weight of pot. Reading his review I would think thats about your limit. Thats a lot for a counter top burner. I have done about 40lbs myself pot & contents. Take all that with a grain of salt of course :-) There are no specs available to state the design limits. I would suggest you contact Vollrath for that info.. They are really nice and very helpful.
414897
I just got mine in the mail ... I would say that if you put this pot on a glass cooktop ... you would not have even weight distribution across the bottom of the pan. This is not a perfectly flat milled bottom on the pot. This is not an encapsulated bottom. The bottom of the pot is no thicker than the sides. This is a bonus for my intended purpose but if you are looking for something milled flat that will stay flat forever ... this may not be what you are looking for.
1852883
I really cannot answer that question accurately, I don't have a flat top stove, but I love, love this product. I only purchased the prepackaged set, and I need to get a few extra pieces, but I am very happy with that I have.
907808
I also have a glass cooktop and this set is great. Yes, the cookware is flat on the bottom and the heat is evenly distributed. Clean up is great as well. I have other cookware, but, I use this most often. Hope this answers your question about making this purchase. I highly recommend it.