Question 1

I noticed there was a warning about Potential cause of cancer. What material in particular forced the need for a label?

Accepted Answer

Brass, as in the brass body if the ball valve, usually has small amounts of lead added to improve the "manufacturability" of the brass. Without lead, brass is a much more difficult material to work with.

The original 1986 California Prop 65 law requires that ALL products containing ANY amount of lead be labeled. The Federal Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974 has had several amendments, including a tightened restriction on lead that is pending in 2020 (0.25 % I believe).

But it's important to keep in mind that many reactive/toxic elements like water, oxygen, molybdenum, etc. in tiny amounts, are actually necessary in human diets. Lead is not presently known to be necessary, and is currently assumed to NOT be needed. However, that could change as additional research is done.

Finally, in spite of the dangers that are omnipresent on our planet, you CAN replace any brass components with their stainless steel counterparts. They cost more, but a 100% stainless steel system would lower lead exposure to minimum practical levels.

Question 2

What grade of stainless steel is this made of?

Accepted Answer

I'm not sure of the number grade but it's not a high quality grade of stainless. I have only used mine a few times now and it's showing some "stains" that you wouldn't see on a better grade kettle.

Question 3

Can the stainless steel thermometer be added where the bolt is?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the bolt is just a plug.  You just need to add a weldless thermometer.

Question 4

has anyone seem any evidence of delamination of the triply bottom after reasonable use?

Accepted Answer

I have now used mine for a year. Approximately 50 brews on a Turkey burner type heat source. The bottom is good as new. I've been very impressed with this kettle.

ASIN	B07DY66RSL
Best Sellers Rank	#109,411 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #4 in Beer Brewing Pots & Kettles
Brand Name	Gas One
Capacity	40 quarts
Coating Description	Stainless Steel
Color	Stainless Steel
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,040)
Finish Types	Brushed
Heat Distribution	Even Heat Distribution
Included Components	Lid, Kettle, Thermometer, Ball Valve
Item Dimensions D x W x H	14.5"D x 17.75"W x 14.5"H
Item Type Name	GasOne 10 Gallon Stainless Steel Home Brew Kettle Pot Pre Drilled 4 PC Set 40 Quart Tri Ply Bottom for Beer Brewing Includes Stainless Steel Lid, Thermometer, Ball Valve Spigot - Home Brewing Supplies
Item Weight	5.97 kg
Manufacturer	GasOne
Manufacturer Part Number	BS-40
Material Type	Stainless Steel
Model Number	BS-40
Number of Items	4
Size	40 Quarts
UPC	859176001461

GasOne 10 Gallon Stainless Steel Home Brew Kettle Pot Pre Drilled 4 PC Set 40 Quart Tri Ply Bottom for Beer Brewing Includes Stainless Steel Lid, Thermometer, Ball Valve Spigot - Home Brewing Supplies

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