does it work for saving mason jars? I have 16oz mason jars
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I don't know how thick the mason jars are, but the width of each shelf is just under 2.75 inches of usable space. I have some in the bathroom and the kitchen, and I can store 12 ounce seasoning and 16 ounce vanilla extract with no overlap. Those bottles are plastic, not glass though.
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I'm not sure how wide a 16 oz. mason jars are, but, these are meant for small items, e.g., spices like one buys at the store, possibly canned goods. As long as the jars are about the size of, say, a can of green beans, or something, they might fit, but nothing larger. (I use them for spices and canned goods, that's how I know). Thanks for asking.
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Not really well, although you could probably squeeze it in there at least partially because the top gives a bit. I've put a few oversized mugs that are too big for it in there and it will hold them, but I wouldn't rely on that if you're planning to use quart-sized mason style jars on a regular basis.
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I would think the mason jar would work fine, but I enjoy the ease of cleaning that the two part Prepworks allows. It is also taller than a mason jar which allows me to store whole asparagus and tall parsley.
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I tried to use them on glass canning jars and they didn't even seal most of them. My guess is they wouldn't work at all for your buckets because they don't have a tight enough seal. They only absorb so much air before they quit working so if your seal isn't perfect they would wear out from the little bit of air seeping in. If you have a rubber ring inside the lid of your buckets, or if these are metal buckets you will "can" with metal lids, you might be able to get them to work.
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Petet,I don't think so, but it wouldn't matter if it would fit a Mason jar or not, it would still LEAK. The weak link of the entire system is the TOP.
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yes, all canning jars are either regular or wide mouth. no matter whether 8 oz, pint or quart. as long as it is a regular mouth jar, it will work.
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I haven't tried this but my guess would be it will not work. The size difference is to great to form the seal around the jar. If you try it let us know.
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I use it with the FoodSaver Mason Jar sealer and it has worked just fine on wide mouth Mason jars.
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Yes I was able to put 2 mason jars 16 oz. with another piece of padding between them in side and close the zipper. You will need to put something between them, I used some old computer mouse pads that are 1/4" thick, I cut them for the padding.
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There is an accessory that allows you to vacuum seal jars. I bought it but have not used it yet. However, if it works as well as the rest of the unit and accessories, it should be fine.
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Yes, it does. I actually use mine on one occasionally. It is the widemouth (large mason jars) that will not fit it. Hope that helps : - ) Jackie
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Yes. I love these things. I often use my mason jars for food storage or if I make too much smoothies. I do not like using the metal rings because I thing they get rusty. This reusable plastic is just perfect.
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I'll check it out, but I don't think so. First, it's a VERY large opening--I've never seen a Mason Jar lid that big. Second, I think of Mason Jars as being pretty secure (i.e. multiple turns of the lid to tighten), the lip is shallow so barely one turn.
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Yes, this will hold (7) 1/2 Gallon Ball Jars easily, and that is with the included rack in the canner, and lid on it. Like the others had commented, I do not think that you can get an inch of water over the jars, although in my experience you dont really need it, and funny how ball makes the jars, but gives no recipies for using these large jars! I'm sure the jars will still seal even if they are not completely covered. I would not recommend trying to move it while it is full though! There are no handles, and I do not use mine in the house, I use it in the garage over a propane stove. Good Luck! Yes, this will hold (7) 1/2 Gallon Ball Jars easily, and that is with the included rack in the canner, and lid on it. Like the others had commented, I do not think that you can get an inch of water over the jars, although in my experience you dont really need it, and funny how ball makes the jars, but gives no recipies for using these large jars! I'm sure the jars will still seal even if they are not completely covered. I would not recommend trying to move it while it is full though! There are no handles, and I do not use mine in the house, I use it in the garage over a propane stove. Good... » Read More Yes, this will hold (7) 1/2 Gallon Ball Jars easily, and that is with the included rack in the canner, and lid on it. Like the others had commented, I do not think that you can get an inch of water over the jars, although in my experience you dont really need it, and funny how ball makes the jars, but gives no recipies for using these large jars! I'm sure the jars will still seal even if they are not completely covered. I would not recommend trying to move it while it is full though! There are no handles, and I do not use mine in the house, I use it in the garage over a propane stove. Good Luck! « Show Less
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I think it would work. We use it for ice cubes and we can get those into a wide-mouthed water bottle. I think the bottles have the same or slightly smaller openings than mason jars.
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No. It is meant for use with the bags that have a special suction spot. Can't imagine how a mason jar could possibly work.
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I have one of these canners-it is absolutely perfect for the 1/2 pint and 1/4 pint jars. for pints I think it depends on the shape-if you can find the shorter fat wide mouth pint jars those would cover with water better than the normal shape tall pints