Customer Reviews

Cuisinart DLC-048TXAMZ 8mm Extra Thick Slicing Disc, Fits PowerPrep Plus 14-Cup Processor

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Two things about this item:
1. Avoid buying discs with model numbers that do not end in "TX". Cuisinart puts out two versions of its discs, the TX and non-TX. With the exception of "TX" at the end of the part number, the part numbers are the same and the discs look superficially identical. BUT, the non-TX have weaker locks where it fits on the stem. Mine failed after 2 months of moderate use - the disc flies off the stem as soon as you start using it.
2. Cuisinart will only honor warranty for accessories purchased directly from them! I think it's ridiculous and should be illegal, but that's their official policy.
Bottom line: spend a little more to buy the TX version of this disc directly from Cuisinart, which has a stronger attachment mechanism and is covered by warranty.

I wish this 8mm disc had been part of the package in my 14 cup Cuisinart food processor. It is the perfect size for slicing up potatoes for mashed potato making. It's also a great size for a few other things, but I've only had it for two days and only used it for slicing potatoes. It is very very sharp (as it should be), and easy to snap onto the stem. I would highly recomment it to anyone who owns a 14 Cup Cuisinart food processor.

For some things, thicker is better. I have used the 8mm slicing disk for carrots, potatoes and Persian cucumbers. It works well and I get nice consistent slices. For use in sous vide cooking, the consistent slices are a must for reducing cooking time and nice presentation. For hors d'oeuvres where presentation is so important, the clean consistent slices are even more important.

In short, it does what it says and does it well.