This product page features the Container lid WAS model DE1237013001 for GN 1/3 gastronorm containers, designed specifically to fit GN 1/3 gastronorm containers. It is compared alongside other WAS brand alternatives including the silicone-edged lid Lid WAS DE1237013003 with Silicone Edge for GN 1/3, Non-Transparent, the smaller-format lid Non-thermal lid WAS DE1237014001 for Gastronorm GN 1/4 container, and containers of various depths: the 20 mm shallow container WAS gastronorm container GN 1/3 DE1237013020, the 65 mm depth container Stainless-steel gastronorm food container WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013065, and the 100 mm depth container Gastronorm container WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013100. All these products share a professional foodservice purpose, while the practical differences lie in the product type (lid versus container), sizing standard (GN 1/3 or GN 1/4), container depth, and sealing enhancements like silicone edges.
⚙️ Below is a comparison of technical specifications and design features, including the Gastronorm sizing standard, product type, container depth, sealing elements, and professional kitchen application.
| Parameter | Container lid WAS model DE1237013001 for GN 1/3 gastronorm containers | Lid WAS DE123701303 with Silicone Edge for GN 1/3, Non-Transparent | Non-thermal lid WAS DE1237014001 for Gastronorm GN 1/4 container | WAS gastronorm container GN 1/3 DE1237013020, height 20 mm | Stainless-steel gastronorm food container WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013065 — 65 mm depth | Gastronorm container WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013100, stainless steel, depth 100 mm | Practical Conclusion |
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| Product Type | Standard Lid | Silicone-edged Lid | Smaller-format Lid | Gastronorm Container | Gastronorm Container | Gastronorm Container | The choice between a lid and a container depends on whether you need to cover existing cookware or acquire the food storage pan itself. |
| Standard and Size | GN 1/3 | GN 1/3 | GN 1/4 | GN 1/3 | GN 1/3 | GN 1/3 | Most compared items share the unified GN 1/3 standard, ensuring that this lid fits correctly across the corresponding pans. |
| Design Features | Standard coverage against contamination | Non-transparent with silicone edge | Non-thermal cover for smaller format | 20 mm height (shallow tray) | 65 mm depth stainless steel | 100 mm depth stainless steel | The silicone edge enhances sealing performance, while varied container depths let you choose the correct volume for your ingredients. |
◎ The table below evaluates how well each product fits various professional kitchen use cases, storage tasks, and transport scenarios.
| Use Case | Recommended Product | Why |
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| Covering standard GN 1/3 pans to protect against contaminants | Container lid WAS model DE1237013001 for GN 1/3 gastronorm containers | Fits GN 1/3 containers precisely, keeping food covered, protected, and temperature-stable during storage or transport. |
| Enhanced sealing and spill reduction during transport | Lid WAS DE1237013003 with Silicone Edge for GN 1/3, Non-Transparent | Equipped with a silicone edge for a tighter fit, reducing spillage and hiding contents for improved hygiene and transport stability. |
| Managing smaller GN 1/4 format food pans | Non-thermal lid WAS DE1237014001 for Gastronorm GN 1/4 container | Designed specifically for GN 1/4 pans to enable neat stacking and safe closure in catering workflows. |
| Shallow display, portioning, or cold buffet inserts | WAS gastronorm container GN 1/3 DE1237013020, height 20 mm | The shallow 20 mm height optimizes space and is ideal for refrigerated trays, displays, and compact ingredient layout. |
| General food prep, storage, and holding tasks | Stainless-steel gastronorm food container WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013065 — 65 mm depth | The 65 mm depth is a versatile standard for most commercial kitchen storage, heating, and cooling applications. |
| Storing larger volumes of ingredients or liquids | Gastronorm container WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013100, stainless steel, depth 100 mm | The 100 mm depth holds greater quantities of food securely, maximizing station organization efficiency. |
The Container lid WAS model DE1237013001 for GN 1/3 gastronorm containers is best suited for professional kitchens requiring standard, reliable, and hygienic coverage for GN 1/3 gastronorm containers. Unlike containers of varying depths or lids built for other sizes, this item is meant specifically to close and stack compatible pans. If enhanced sealing with a silicone rim is needed for transport, the silicone-edged alternative is preferable, while actual food storage requires pairing with appropriate stainless-steel containers.
