This product page features the porcelain gastronorm tray Porcelain GN 1/2 tray WAS DE1234912010. In this overview, it is compared with similar professional food service items from WAS: the larger GN 1/1 tray, black and white melamine GN 1/2 containers, a shallow non-thermal GN 1/2 insert, and a deep stainless steel container. All evaluated items belong to the professional catering category, but they differ in material, depth, intended use, and temperature handling.
⚙️ The specifications comparison covers the gastronorm size, material composition, wall thickness or depth, and key practical characteristics of each product.
| Parameter | Porcelain GN 1/2 tray WAS DE1234912010 | Porcelain GN 1/1 tray WAS DE1234911010 | Food tray WAS GN 1/2 DE1237012040 | Tray WAS GN 1/2 Black Melamine DE1236705112 | Food container WAS GN 1/2 DE1236512065 | Stainless steel GN 1/2 DE1237012100 | Practical significance |
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| Type and size | Porcelain GN 1/2 tray | Porcelain GN 1/1 tray | GN 1/2 insert (40 mm depth) | Melamine GN 1/2 (black) | Melamine GN 1/2 (white, 65 mm height) | Stainless steel GN 1/2 (100 mm depth) | The GN 1/2 format offers versatile placement in display counters, whereas GN 1/1 requires larger equipment capacity. |
| Material | Porcelain (10 mm wall thickness) | Porcelain (10 mm wall thickness) | Non-thermal material | Melamine (black) | Melamine (white) | Stainless steel | Porcelain and steel handle thermal requirements better, while melamine and light inserts suit display and moderate-temperature holding. |
| Application | Serving hot and cold dishes | Baking, serving, cold display | Storage, portioning, mise en place | Serving, storing, transporting | Food storage and serving | Storage, cooking, reheating | Each material is tailored to specific kitchen stages, ranging from buffet presentation to heavy preparation workflows. |
◎ Suitability and use case evaluation helps determine which option best fits specific kitchen environments and service requirements.
| Use case | Recommended product | Why |
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| Buffet and display presentation | Porcelain GN 1/2 tray WAS DE1234912010 | The 10 mm thick porcelain construction provides reliable thermal mass and an elegant presentation surface for hot or cold dishes. |
| Large banquet service | Porcelain GN 1/1 tray WAS DE1234911010 | The extended GN 1/1 format accommodates larger volumes for high-capacity cooking and serving setups. |
| Kitchen prep and ingredient staging | Food tray WAS GN 1/2 DE1237012040 | The non-thermal 40 mm depth design is practical for organizing ingredients and daily kitchen prep. |
| Lightweight service and stackable storage | Tray WAS GN 1/2 Black Melamine DE1236705112 and Food container WAS GN 1/2 DE1236512065 | Melamine items are lightweight, durable, easy to clean, and stackable for efficient space management. |
| Heavy food storage and heavy-duty utility | Stainless steel GN 1/2 DE1237012100 | The 100 mm depth and stainless steel build ensure maximum durability and hygiene for rigorous kitchen demands. |
The porcelain tray Porcelain GN 1/2 tray WAS DE1234912010 outperforms lightweight melamine alternatives in temperature retention and offers a much more professional presentation for front-of-house service than utility stainless steel containers. This model is ideal for establishments that prioritize aesthetic appeal and reliable heat or cold retention in standard GN 1/2 display setups. Choose this product if you need durable, hygienic porcelain for attractive food presentation.