West Bend 54159 Classic Electric Percolator 12 Cup
- 12 cups (96 fl oz) per brew
- 950 watts, 110 volt
- Automatic keep-warm once brewing ends
- Detachable cord for serving at the table
- Stainless steel stem, basket and spreader
- Ready-to-serve light signals finished coffee
- 1 year warranty
Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A classic electric percolator for group coffee that switches to warming on its own and unplugs for table service. Operation is manual, with no programming or strength control listed.
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ASIN: B0036WS1FAModel: 54159Category: Coffee Percolators
Overview
A stainless steel stem and basket send boiling water up and over the grounds again and again in the West Bend percolator. When brewing ends, a light signals it is ready, the heater drops to a warming level, and the cord detaches for serving at the table.
Serving a crowd from one pot that stays hot on its own base is where it shines, and the mirror-finish stainless body looks at home on a buffet. Percolation recirculates coffee through the grounds, and the listing shows no way to adjust strength or set a start time.
Who it's for
Holiday mornings, potlucks and group meetings call for a pot that brews a batch and holds it warm. People who drink one cup a day or want programmable brewing will find it oversized.
Pros and cons
- Switches to warming automatically after brewing
- Detachable cord for table serving
- Ready light shows when coffee is done
- Heat-resistant handle and base
- Manual operation with no programmable start
- Listed dimensions conflict across sources
Performance notes
Water heated in the base rises through the stem, spreads over the grounds in the basket and drains back, repeating until the cycle ends. Grind size matters, since grounds too fine can pass through the basket and cloud the pot. After brewing the heater drops to a warming level, so long holds deepen the flavor.
Specifications
| Brand | West Bend |
|---|---|
| Model | 54159 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9.6 × 5.9 × 11.8 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 12 cups |
| Wattage | 950 watts |
| 2-12 CUP CAPACITY | Perfect for serving one or many |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Maker Type | Percolator |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Removable components |
| Coffee Input Type | Ground coffee |
| Handle | Heat-resistant handle and base |
| CONVENIENT | Ready-to-serve indicator light, coffee level indicator on handle |
| KEEP WARM | Keeps coffee at the perfect serving temperature, automatically |
Frequently asked questions
How tall is the West Bend 54159 percolator?
The description gives 7.00 W x 9.50 D x 12.50 H inches, while the spec sheet lists 11.82 inches tall. Plan for the taller figure under cabinets.
Does the West Bend 54159 need paper filters?
The spec sheet lists a reusable filter type and the description names a stainless steel basket, so no paper filter is listed as required.
Is the West Bend 54159 a drip coffee maker?
No. It is an electric percolator that cycles water through ground coffee in a stainless basket and serves from the pot itself.