Boil water in just seconds with the Hamilton Beach 1.7-Liter Dome Electric Kettle. This powerful countertop appliance is faster and more efficient than a microwave while being safer than a traditional stovetop kettle. The Hamilton Beach Dome Electric Kettle features a non-conductive handle for safe handling. The intuitive design has a concealed heating element and an automatic shut-off with boil-dry protection to prevent overheating. The heating element has an impressive 1500 watts of power, so you can enjoy your morning cup of tea at a fraction of the time it would take you using a stovetop device.