If you remove wire and look at ends, is it just a knotted or bent wire or is there a bit of metal or plastic attached at the end of the wire?
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I'm sorry, Erik, but I haven't had to replace the wire (actually....good for me....). Can't remember how long it's been since I reviewed this product, but it's still in great shape. Very heavy duty...at least I think it is. For what we use it for (cheese and crackers mostly) the thickness is just fine. However, if you're looking for something you can change the thickness on it, you'll probably not want this slicer. If and when I ever need to replace the wire, I'll update my review with an answer to your question.
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I don't want to take it apart to see what's inside, but the basic fact is that it doesn't work well. It's designed to cut a really thick piece of cheese, doesn't hold an adjustable thickness, and is just using the name "Swiss" to make it seem like it's quality.
1114005
Can't say for certain. The manufacturer's web site does not state the metal used for the wires. From the cord I have, it seems heavy enough to have been made of copper -- and looking at the semi-translucent ends -- it looks like the wires are copper. But I can't say so with absolute certainty. I note that the manufacturer's web site shows approval by a huge number of standards organizations -- so if you look up the UL specs, it may state the wire used. Of course, you can contact the manufacturer (Conntek) and ask them...
1038413
It is a thick wire, thought the plastic coating is somewhat weak. I'm guessing 14 gauge.
1055657
The wire connected on the other side, is it detachable or is it soughtered in?
37852
As the others said, there is a metal hook. While you could (if you wanted to) cut the length, we tie ours up when there's too much. We considered cutting off the extra the first time we used it, but we have needed that extra length many times since then, so we're very glad we didn't cut it. You will love these.
2162713
Sorry, I have been off line for a few days. I know of no part that would be mistaken for a wire. I imagine that the wire was not intended to be there. The mill works great.
285123
Wire is coated. Cannot see the wires. The probe is metal. Possibly stainless steel.
2270320
It's pretty simple a hard wire crimped inside a metal tube. I'm not sure how they can be different other than composition.
837463
I believe it is stranded copper. I can't see it, but it doesn't feel as stiff as solid copper usually does, so I would think it is stranded.
1145618
Plastic with metal wire core. Worked perfectly for my application at my office!
2135235
Not that I am aware of. If you get the other you might be able to see where the wire that is loose came from. Good luck...
1902713
There are some small bits that Might be metal (collars of couplings). The rest is 100% PLASTIC. Stainless finish...plastic....flex hose...plastic...threads on couplings....plastic.
112210
The wire that I received was copper. This is a good question and I didn't think to ask it until after I placed my order. But the wire is copper and a good quality.
1087087
The end of the hose that attaches to it is metal but the connection on the unit itself is plastic like everything else. I have had mine a little over two years and the plastic reel inside the unit has deteriorated and broken just from the stress of winding the hose on it. I had originally given it a two star rating but now I would change to one star.
1391074
Though we have had no occasion to replace the wire, it looks like a plain wire held in by a small Phillips head set screw on each end of the cutter. It's really nice and heavy
2103927
Let me correct that. The ends are plastic but they are not cheaply assembled. Good quality construction
1265285
It is stranded wire so it has some degree of flexibility. Do not kink or make sharp bends with it and expect it not to break.