Powerful Performance: 500 Watts of power blend the smoothest smoothies in seconds. Easy to Use: 7-Speed touchpad gives you precise control. Perfect Results: A touch of a button lets you crush ice from coarse to snow-like consistencies. Large Capacity: Large blender jar holds and serves 40 ounces of hot or cold ingredients. Powerful 500 watt motor. Great for smoothies. Bringing the good life home. Cuisinart has a reputation for making life in the kitchen smooth and easy. Our SmartPower Blenders deliver on that promise, offering multiple speeds and simple touchpad controls to perform a variety of tasks. From basic blending to professional ice crushing, these blenders deliver the quality and performance you've come to expect from Cuisinart. Cuisinart first came into home kitchens over 25 years ago, when we introduced our legendary food processor. Today we offer a full line of kitchen electrics and premium cookware to make every meal memorable. From breakfast toast and coffee to elegant five-course dinners, the preparation and cooking have become a pleasurable part of the total experience. Relaxed, contemporary lifestyles and the easy convenience of Cuisinart products make it easier than ever to Savor the Good Life, right at home with family and friends. Best blend, perfect ice! Powerful Precision Blending: Big 500-watt motor and professional quality, patented stainless steel blades meet all your blending needs. Crush ice, whip up perfect smoothies, even mince delicate herbs. Convenient Design: Leak-resistant cover is easy to press on or lift off - no twisting or turning required. Use 2-ounce removable lid insert to measure and add ingredients while blending. Large Blending Capacity: The 40-ounce scratch-resistant glass blender jar has a drip less spout for mess-free pouring. Wide-mouth jar is dishwasher safe. Heavy-Duty Design: Powerful motor base will not walk on counter. Crushes ice at any speed, even without liquid. Easy to Operate: 7-speed touchpad control with indicator lights is easy to read and clean. Superior Ice Crusher: Preselected speed perfectly crushes ice to any consistency with or without liquid. Pulse at Any Speed: Pulse at any speed - low for delicate sauces, high for cheeses, garlic and lemon zest, and in between for soups, sauces and perfect fresh fruit smoothies. Italian design. Large Blending Capacity: Dishwasher-safe blender jar holds 40 ounces of hot or cold ingredients. Features a dripless pour spout and sturdy ergonomic handle. Optimum Performance: 500 watts of power and precision stainless steel blades crush ice, chop delicate herbs, and blend perfect smoothies in seconds. Simple Controls: Touchpad is easy to clean and has indicator lights and a preset speed for crushing ice. Made and printed in China.