Used at bars and health clubs, this blender has a 1,000-watt motor and industrial-strength stainless steel blades that crush and liquefy in seconds, with variable speed control that generates up to 20,000 rpms--twice as fast as a high-performance sports car's top rpms--for everything from fine chopping to complete pulverization. The blender is easily adjusted with an infinitely variable speed knob, unlike the limited preset speeds of traditional units. It can easily grind coffee beans, nuts, and seeds, in addition to ice and other tough items. The brushed-metal finish resists fingerprints and scratches, and the rugged die-cast aluminum base weighs a solid 13 lbs. and has heavy-duty non-slip feet to provide stability for mixing at any speed. The 67-oz. capacity impact-resistant Lexan polycarbonate pitcher is durable enough for a lifetime of use, and is dishwasher safe. Plugs into AC. 15" H x 8 1/2" W x 8 1/2" D. (13 lbs.)