This stainless steel basket allows vegetables to be cooked and strained without ever lifting a pan full of boiling water. The large flame retardant moulded nylon handle is easy to grip and provides heat insulation. Diameter 165mm (61/2") at the top, tapering to 120mm (41/2") at the bottom. Depth 90mm (31/2"). Weight 245g. Also available in a 205mm (8") diameter version.