Farberware FCP412 1000 Watt 12-Cup Percolator
- Percolator
- 12 cups
- 1000 watts
- Corded electric
Delivers the strong, hot coffee percolator fans want, but a plug and cord failure reported on two separate units means the cord should be checked regularly.
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Overview
An electric percolator with a 1000 watt element and 12 cup capacity in stainless steel. Built for brewing a full pot of strong, hot coffee for a household or gathering rather than single servings.
Percolators work differently than drip machines, cycling boiling water through grounds for a stronger, hotter cup. Several long-time percolator owners upgraded to this model and found it held up to their older units. One serious safety report below is worth reading before buying.
- 1000 watt heating element
- 12 cup capacity
- Stainless steel housing
- Electric percolator brewing style
Who it's for
Households who prefer old-style percolated coffee and want enough volume for a family or a small crowd. Not for anyone who wants single-cup brewing or an auto shutoff safety net.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers who kept it praised the strong, hot coffee over newer drip machines, but one reviewer reported a serious plug and cord failure that smoked on two separate units purchased in succession.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Strong, hot coffee praised repeatedly
- Full 12 cup capacity for groups
- Simple operation reviewers found consistent
- One reviewer's plug began smoking on two separate units
- No stated auto shutoff protection
Performance notes
The 1000 watt element cycles water through the grounds basket in the classic percolator method, producing coffee reviewers describe as notably hotter and stronger than drip machines.
Specifications
| Brand | Farberware |
|---|---|
| Model | COMINHKR028441 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.2 × 7.2 × 13.2 inches |
| coffee_filter_size | #4 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 12 cups |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Exterior Finish | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Carafe, Filter |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Input Type | Ground |
| Coffee Maker Type | Percolator |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | No |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Automatic Keep Warm |
| Specific Uses For Product | Making coffee in large quantities, making robust and strong coffee |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Part Number | FCP412 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | large capacity brewing for households or offices, making coffee in large quantities |
| Item Type Name | Farberware FCP412 1000 Watt 12-Cup Percolator, Stainless Steel |
| Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in percolators.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farberware FCP412 1000 Watt 12-Cup PercolatorThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 300 | - |
| Presto 02811 Stainless Steel Electric Coffee PercolatorPresto | 4.5 / 5 | 19,420 | 4.6 / 5 |
| One-All Stovetop Percolator 8 Cup 7 in. Dia. X 5.6 in. H Black HandleMedelco | 4.5 / 5 | 242 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Texsport 9 Cup Stainless Steel Percolator Coffee Maker for Outdoor CampingTexsport | 4.3 / 5 | 331 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet EC922 Electric Coffee PercolatorElite Gourmet | 4.0 / 5 | 1,300 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the Farberware COMINHKR028441
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Farberware FCP412 taste different from drip coffee?
Reviewers say it makes notably strong, hot coffee, with several preferring it over newer drip machines.
How many cups does this percolator make?
Up to 12 cups per its listed capacity.
Is there a known safety issue with this percolator?
One reviewer reported the plug began smoking on two separate units, so inspect the cord regularly and unplug if you notice any warmth or discoloration.