Nesco Electric Pressure Cooker and Canner 9.5 Qt
- 9 quart capacity, 9.5 quart in the title
- 1200 watts, touch and push button controls
- Pressure canning, pressure cook, slow cook, steam, water bath
- Canning rack and steam rack included
- 14.17D x 13.78W x 14.96H inches, 17.6 lb
- Dishwasher safe parts: yes
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An electric pressure canner and multi-cooker with dedicated canning programs and two racks. It is large and heavy, and the listing gives two different capacity figures.
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ASIN: B00VTL8STOModel: DPC-9SSCategory: Electric Pressure Cookers
Overview
Not a stovetop pressure canner, this is an electric unit that manages time, pressure and temperature for home canning. A locking lid, float valve and pressure regulation guard the process, and a removable inner pot lifts out for cleaning.
Automatic canning programs are the reason to consider it, since the unit handles timing and pressure for households preserving food in batches. It also cooks, with pressure, slow cook and steam modes. The limitation is bulk and a capacity figure that differs between the title and the specs.
Who it's for
Households that can fruit, vegetables, meat or sauces each season and want the process controlled for them are the target. Small kitchens, cooks who rarely preserve food and anyone short on storage space should choose something smaller.
Pros and cons
- Dedicated pressure canning program
- Locking lid and float valve
- Removable inner pot
- Canning rack and steam rack included
- Large and heavy for storage
- Capacity differs between title and specs
- Voltage not listed
Performance notes
Canning safety depends on holding the right pressure for the right time, and the unit regulates both automatically instead of leaving the cook to watch a stovetop gauge. Jar size, food type and altitude change the needed processing, so follow tested recipes. The racks hold jars off the pot bottom.
Specifications
| Brand | Nesco |
|---|---|
| Model | DPC-9SS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 17.6 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 14.17 inches D x 13.78 inches W x 14.96 inches H |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 9 Quartshigher than 100% of 26 electric pressure cookers |
| Wattage | 1200 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Aluminum Inner Pot, Canning Rack, Steam Rack |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Control Type | Touch, push button |
| Closure Type | Inner Lid, Outer Lid |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Cooking functions | Pressure canning, pressure cook, slow cook, steam, water bath |
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Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Nesco Carey DPC-9SS?
The specs list an aluminum inner pot, a canning rack and a steam rack. No jars, lifter or recipe book are listed, and the description mentions a manual only as a special feature.
Is the Nesco Carey DPC-9SS a stovetop canner?
No. It is an electric appliance with a digital display and preset programs, so it plugs in and runs the canning cycle automatically.
How big is the Nesco Carey DPC-9SS?
The title says 9.5 quarts while the specs table lists 9 quarts, so the exact jar count per batch is not certain. The description says multiple jars fit.