When you splurge on a high quality blender, you expect to get several years life out of it. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. Often from overuse, rough handling or just general wear and tear, most blenders end up requiring small replacements here and there. One of the most durable types of blender comes from the Oster appliances line such as the 12 speed or 14 speed blender. The most frequently bought replacement parts from the Oster line of blenders are the glass blender jar and the gasket seals.
The Oster blender glass jar, because it is made from glass, is capable of shattering if dropped or tipped and can be chipped easily if it isn’t handled with care. Many people order replacement glass blender jars so that they can have more than one at a time or as an upgrade to less durable plastic ones.
The good thing about glass blender jars is that they are dishwasher safe, can be used with a variety of different temperature ingredients such as when making hot pureed soups, and don’t impart any aftertaste on the food. Obviously, there are some drawbacks to having a glass blender jar due to the nature of glass being breakable.
Replacement Oster and Osterizer blender glass jars are relatively inexpensive compared to the cost of the actual unit itself. Depending on the model and size of the blender jar, you could pay anywhere from $9.99 to $29.99. This does not include the blender jar cover, which is usually plastic, and very rarely breaks or cracks.
Amazon Marketplace has a variety of different styles of glass blender jars for great prices. The five cup square top Osterizer blender jar fits on all Oster blender models that use the five cup size. Although it isn’t a genuine Oster part, the fit is nearly perfect on most models, up to forty years old. If you have an older model than that, or a very new one which uses the six cup jar, you may need to purchase a different model, such as the OS-060. Fortunately, this product retails for $9.99 with shipping rates from $2.98 to $4.99 depending where you live.
When replacing your glass blender jar, it is advisable to also replace the rubber o-ring gasket seals to ensure the life and longevity of your blender. This seal sits in between the top of the blade and the bottom of the glass jar creating a leak-proof seal. These o-rings can be found in packages of two or three and are priced under $2.00 a package. Replacing the o-rings every few years will help to maintain your blender and possibly even prevent future issues from arising. Be sure to find the correct size for your particular unit though most o-rings are universal and will fit virtually all units.