How many jars does the 30-quart model hold?

It holds 19 pint jars or 14 quart jars in a single batch, based on standard Mason jar sizes. Two canning racks come in the box.

Does it need a rubber gasket?

No. It seals metal to metal, so there is no gasket to crack, burn or replace each year.

Can it be used as a pressure cooker, not just a canner?

Yes. It works as a stovetop pressure cooker as well as a canner, with 5, 10 and 15 lb settings.

What stove does it work on?

It is designed for stovetop use and needs a large burner and enough overhead clearance for the tall body and gauge. Check your stove maker's guidance for oversized canners on glass tops.

How is it different from smaller All American models?

The 930 shares the cast aluminum body, gasket-free seal and gauge with the smaller models but holds far more jars per run. The trade-off is weight and a bigger footprint.

Where is the All American 30 qt Pressure Canner / Cooker cheapest?

At Flange Spreaders, for $49.00, 91% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the All American 30 qt Pressure Canner / Cooker?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 39 ratings.

Where can I buy the All American 30 qt Pressure Canner / Cooker?

15 stores we checked sell it, including Lehman's, Good's Store Online, Levi Form, Amazon, Flange Spreaders.

All American 30 qt Pressure Canner / Cooker

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$49.00at Flange SpreadersChecked 8 h ago

91% under what the other stores charge

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What reviewers say

4.9 / 539 ratings

Owners rate it very highly and treat it as a lifetime purchase. The recurring praise is the gasket-free seal and the big batch size; the recurring complaint is weight and the care needed to seat the lid evenly.

What people mention

Gasket-free sealPraisedOwners say the metal-to-metal seal removes the yearly gasket replacement and the leaks that come with worn gaskets.
CapacityPraisedReviewers like fitting 19 pints or 14 quarts in a single run instead of canning twice.
WeightCriticisedOwners call it heavy and awkward to lift once loaded with jars and water.
Lid seatingMixedSome say the wing nuts need even tightening and the lid must be seated right or the seal leaks.
Build qualityPraisedBuyers describe the cast aluminum body as sturdy enough to pass down.

About the All American 30 qt Pressure Canner / Cooker

The All American 30 qt Pressure Canner / Cooker is a stovetop pressure canner with a 30-quart liquid capacity. It holds 19 pint jars or 14 quart jars, based on standard Mason jar sizes. The number of jars is approximate and varies with jar brand and style.

The body is made of cast aluminum and has double-thick walls, with a thickness of 12mm+ at the thickest points. The lid uses a metal-to-metal seal, so it needs no gasket to crack, burn, replace or clean. Six heavy-duty nuts hold the lid, and clamping wing nuts open and close it. The handle is phenolic.

A pressure dial gauge shows pressure and temperature, and the canner has a built-in 5, 10 or 15-pound pressure setting. An automatic over-pressure release valve opens if pressure gets too high. It works on most electric and gas stoves. Do not use it on glass or flat top ranges. It is intended for home use only.

Capacity

30 quarts (liquid)

Jar capacity

19 pint jars or 14 quart jars (approximate)

Material

Cast aluminum body, phenolic handle

Weight

21.25 lbs

Wall thickness

12mm+ at the thickest points

Pressure settings

5, 10 or 15 lbs