Heavy-duty, 120 volt 2500 watt heating element for heating and heat recovery, get up to temperature faster than any other brand as ours has a stainless steel lid to keep the heat in, along with powerful heating elements, this full size pro scalder holds up to 18.5 gallons of water and includes a stainless steel drain. We recommend scalding chickens at 65 degrees centigrade.  Ideal for dipping birds to loosen feathers prior to plucking.