Are electric pressure canners safe to use? Looking at Presto 02144 12-Quart Digital Pressure Canner - Digital Display. Thinking about replacing my old...
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Asked July 05, 2026, 7:24 PM EDT
Are electric pressure canners safe to use? Looking at Presto 02144 12-Quart Digital Pressure Canner - Digital Display. Thinking about replacing my old traditional canner with a gauge.
Isabella CountyMichigan
Expert Response
While electric pressure canners are available for sale, the research is not yet there to recommend them as safe to use for preserving low acid foods. There has not been enough testing to determine if they will keep jars hot enough for long enough to kill any spoilage microorganisms that might exist. Also, current tested recipes from the USDA, National Center for Home Food Preservation (NCHFP), and state extensions were developed for stovetop use and have not been tested for electric pressure canners.