The food tray Food tray WAS GN 1/2 DE1237012040 is compared with several alternative WAS brand gastronorm containers, including models with different depths, materials, and sizing formats (GN 1/2, GN 1/3, and GN 1/1). All reviewed products are designed for professional catering, kitchen organization, and food service, but they differ in capacity, material composition, and suitability for specific kitchen tasks or display setups.
⚙️ Below is a comparison of key characteristics such as the gastronorm system format, depth or height, construction material, and intended operational use.
| Parameter | Food tray WAS GN 1/2 DE1237012040 | Stainless steel gastronorm container WAS GN 1/2 DE1237012100 | Stainless steel gastronorm insert WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013200 | Food container WAS GN 1/2 DE1236512065 | WAS GN 1/1 food container DE1237011020 | WAS foodservice GN 1/2 container DE1236512066 | Practical conclusion |
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| System format | GN 1/2 | GN 1/2 | GN 1/3 | GN 1/2 | GN 1/1 | GN 1/2 | Most options support the GN 1/2 standard, while alternative GN 1/3 and GN 1/1 sizes offer different equipment compatibility. |
| Depth or height | 40 mm | 100 mm | 200 mm | 65 mm (white melamine) | 20 mm | 65 mm (black melamine) | Shallow depths facilitate easy portioning and ingredient access, whereas deeper vessels accommodate larger bulk quantities. |
| Material | Not explicitly specified (standard insert) | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Melamine (white) | Not explicitly specified (standard insert) | Melamine (black) | Steel containers provide rugged utility for demanding kitchen tasks, while melamine alternatives excel at aesthetic buffet presentation. |
◎ The table below evaluates the suitability of each option for various practical use cases in professional kitchens and catering operations.
| Use case | Recommended product | Why |
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| Shallow ingredient holding and prep work (mise en place) | Food tray WAS GN 1/2 DE1237012040 | The 40 mm depth is optimal for quick ingredient access and neat portion organization. |
| High-volume food storage and universal kitchen use | Stainless steel gastronorm container WAS GN 1/2 DE1237012100 | The 100 mm depth and stainless steel build provide durability and large capacity for intensive kitchen workflows. |
| Deep storage in restricted width footprints | Stainless steel gastronorm insert WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013200 | The GN 1/3 format combined with a 200 mm depth allows greater storage volume within a smaller surface area. |
| Aesthetic white tableware presentation on buffets | Food container WAS GN 1/2 DE1236512065 | White melamine is lightweight and well-suited for attractive food display during catering service. |
| Short-term storage and flat counter organization | WAS GN 1/1 food container DE1237011020 | The wide GN 1/1 footprint with a minimal 20 mm depth streamlines station preparation. |
| Aesthetic black tableware presentation on buffets | WAS foodservice GN 1/2 container DE1236512066 | Black melamine combines structural rigidity with a stylish appearance for modern serving lines. |
The main difference of the Food tray WAS GN 1/2 DE1237012040 is its shallow 40 mm depth, making it the ideal choice for tasks that require quick access to ingredients and portioning without needing to store large quantities of food. It is best suited for chefs and catering staff organizing kitchen preparation stations. If you need higher storage capacity, deep-holding utility, or attractive buffet presentation, alternative steel or melamine containers will be more suitable.
