How do our garbage disposals work?
InSinkErator® garbage disposals are designed to grind tough food waste, helping reduce particles left behind that can cause sink odor. Our Heavy Duty Dura‑Drive® induction motors feature jam‑busting torque for grinding power and durability. Additionally, our innovative design keeps food scraps in the 3D Grind Zone and directs water to rinse the chamber walls clean, for a fresh sink.
Defend your disposal against odor-causing bacteria.
- Kills 99% of odor-causing bacteria†
- UV-Free LED Light
- Always on 24/7 Protection
- Helps prevent buildup in the disposer and under the baffle
- Compatible with ALL InSinkErator® continuous feed Garbage Disposals
(Select disposals with included LEDefense or accessory sold separately)
*Grind Chamber / Flange Below Baffle: Results may vary depending on the amount of light that is reaching the surfaces in the space where the product is installed and the length of time of exposure. Use of Vyv antimicrobial light is not intended to replace manual cleaning and disinfection practices. Sanitization will only function when unit is plugged in and LED lights are on. Testing on a non-enveloped virus (MS2 bacteriophage) showed a 99.985% reduction in controlled laboratory testing in 6 hours on hard surfaces. Testing on SARS-CoV-2 (enveloped virus) showed a 98.45% reduction in controlled laboratory testing in 4 hours on hard surfaces. Testing on Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enterica and Escherichia coli showed 99%+ reduction in controlled laboratory testing in 24 hours on hard surfaces. Growth of mold (Aspergillus) inhibited (in laboratory-controlled studies with prolonged use).
Why should I use a garbage disposal?
Before You Grind: Know the Right Food Scraps
Ever wondered if you can put eggshells and coffee grounds down your garbage disposal? What about bones and banana peels? Can your disposal handle lemon wedges, orange peels, rice or potato peels? Use this page to familiarize yourself with proper disposal operation and to determine the types of food scraps we recommend by disposal series.
Food waste contributes to landfill methane emissions.
The U.S. EPA estimates that food waste constitutes about 24% of municipal solid waste (MSW) disposed in U.S. landfills, and that food waste is responsible for 58% of methane emissions from MSW landfills.1 Using a garbage disposal reduces the amount of food waste taken to landfills and the resulting methane emissions. Many wastewater treatment plants can also convert disposal waste into renewable energy and beneficial fertilizer.1.U.S. EPA, Quantifying Methane Emissions from Landfilled Food Waste, October 2023.
Got septic? Get InSinkErator.
All InSinkErator® garbage disposals are safe for use with properly maintained septic tanks.
Remodeling your kitchen?
Now’s the time to replace what’s under your sink with the quiet performance of an InSinkErator® garbage disposal.
Using a garbage disposal is easy!
Using a garbage disposal is easy!
Never put fats, oils, or grease into a garbage disposal.
Run a steady stream of cold water into the sink before turning on the garbage disposal.
Turn on the disposal before placing any food waste into it.
Gradually feed food waste into the disposal's bladeless grind system.
Avoid putting large amounts of food waste all at once as this may slow the grinding process.
Once the food waste has been broken down, turn the disposal off and let water run for a few seconds to flush the drain pipe.
Garbage disposal installation made EZ.
Our EZ Connect disposals are easier to install than ever before. These disposals feature our EZ Connect Hardwire Adapter (EZ Connect Cord sold separately), removable dishwasher inlet plug, EZ Grip Handles, and Lift & Latch® Technology to simplify installation.
Invented, designed, and assembled in the U.S.A
Horsepower
1/3
1/2
3/4
3/4
1.0
3/4
3/4
1.0
1.0
3/4
3/4
Sound
Standard Sound
Standard Sound
Standard Sound
Reduced Sound
Reduced Sound
Quiet SoundSeal® Technology
Quiet SoundSeal® Technology
Quietest SoundSeal® Technology
Quietest SoundSeal® Technology
Quiet SoundSeal® Technology
Quiet SoundSeal® Technology
Grind Stages
1‑Stage Grind
1‑Stage Grind
1‑Stage Grind
2‑Stage MultiGrind® Technology
2‑Stage MultiGrind® Technology
3‑Stage MultiGrind® Technology
3‑Stage MultiGrind® Technology
4‑Stage MultiGrind® Technology
4‑Stage MultiGrind® Technology
3‑Stage MultiGrind® Technology
3‑Stage MultiGrind® Technology
Grindability
Dependable grind for most food scraps
Dependable grind for most food scraps
Dependable grind for most food scraps
Finer grind designed to help prevent clogs vs 1‑stage of grind
Finer grind designed to help prevent clogs vs 1‑stage of grind
Our finest grind designed to help prevent clogs vs 1- and 2-stage grind
Our finest grind designed to help prevent clogs vs 1- and 2-stage grind
Our finest grind designed to help prevent clogs and rinse residue vs 1- and 2-stage grind
Our finest grind designed to help prevent clogs and rinse residue vs 1- and 2-stage grind
Our finest grind designed to help prevent clogs vs 1- and 2-stage grind
Our finest grind designed to help prevent clogs vs 1- and 2-stage grind
Lift & Latch® Technology
EZ Connect Disposal
LEDefense
EasySwap Installation
Durability
Long lasting galvanized steel grind components
Long lasting galvanized steel grind components
Rust-resistant stainless steel grind components
Rust-resistant stainless steel grind components
Rust-resistant stainless steel grind components
Rust-resistant stainless steel grind components
Rust-resistant stainless steel grind components
Rust-resistant stainless steel grind components
Rust-resistant stainless steel grind components
Rust-resistant stainless steel grind components
Rust-resistant stainless steel grind components
Feed Type
Continuous Feed
Continuous Feed
Continuous Feed
Continuous Feed
Continuous Feed
Continuous Feed
Continuous Feed
Continuous Feed
Continuous Feed
Continuous Feed
Batch Feed
In-Home Limited Warranty
2‑Year1
5‑Year1
6‑Year1
6‑Year1
7‑Year1
9‑Year1
9‑Year1
10‑Year1
10‑Year1
9‑Year1
9‑Year1
MSRP
$1292,3
$1492,3
$1792,3
$1992,3
$2492,3
$2992,3
$3492,3
$3492,3
$3992,3
$3592,3
$3492,3
1. See product warranty for details.
2. The listed price may differ from actual selling prices in your area.
3. The listed price may differ if power cord is attached.
