The WAS gastronorm container GN 1/3 DE1237013020, height 20 mm is compared against several alternative products from the same brand sharing the GN 1/3 size standard but offering different depths and materials. All items belong to the same professional food service category and are designed for commercial kitchens, catering, and retail. The primary differences lie in the depth and material of the containers, which determine their practical use—ranging from shallow display trays and portioning to deep bulk storage and food preparation.
⚙️ The specifications comparison table below contrasts product types, brand context, size standards, depth, and materials to help you evaluate the capacity and practical application of each container.
| Parameter | WAS GN 1/3 20 mm | WAS GN 1/3 65 mm (Stainless Steel) | WAS GN 1/3 100 mm (Stainless Steel) | WAS GN 1/3 200 mm (Stainless Steel) | WAS GN 1/3 65 mm (Melamine) | WAS GN 1/3 150 mm (Stainless Steel) | Practical Significance |
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| Brand | WAS | WAS | WAS | WAS | WAS | WAS | All options are manufactured by the same brand, ensuring consistent compatibility with standard GN 1/3 equipment. |
| Type and Standard | GN 1/3 container | GN 1/3 container | GN 1/3 container | GN 1/3 container | GN 1/3 container | GN 1/3 container | Standardized dimensions allow seamless integration into existing workstation systems, counters, and trolleys. |
| Depth / Height | 20 mm | 65 mm | 100 mm | 200 mm | 65 mm | 150 mm | Shallow heights are ideal for displays and compact storage, whereas greater depths maximize internal volume for bulk items. |
| Material | Not specified | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | White melamine | Stainless steel | Stainless steel handles both hot and cold applications; melamine is better suited for aesthetic presentation in buffet lines. |
◎ The suitability table below evaluates which product is best suited for specific professional kitchen tasks and use cases.
| Use Case | Recommended Product | Why |
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| Compact storage and refrigerated display | WAS gastronorm container GN 1/3 DE1237013020, height 20 mm | The shallow 20 mm height is ideal for refrigerated trays, buffet inserts, and space-saving organized placement. |
| General food prep and standard service | Stainless-steel gastronorm food container WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013065 — 65 mm depth | The 65 mm depth offers a balanced size for daily storage, preparation, and easy food access. |
| Medium-volume ingredient storage | Gastronorm container WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013100, stainless steel, depth 100 mm | The 100 mm depth holds larger ingredient batches at workstations while maintaining hygiene and organization. |
| Bulk storage in cold rooms | Stainless steel gastronorm insert WAS GN 1/3 DE1237013200, 200 mm depth | The 200 mm depth maximizes capacity for extensive food prep and deep storage needs. |
| Aesthetic buffet presentation | Container WAS GN 1/3 DE1236513065 65 mm White Melamine | Durable white melamine provides impact resistance and a clean look for front-of-house service. |
| Deep compartment storage and transport | Gastronorm GN 1/3 stainless steel tray 150 mm by WAS, model DE1237013150 | The 150 mm depth suits deep GN compartments and trolley systems for efficient kitchen workflow. |
The primary advantage of the WAS gastronorm container GN 1/3 DE1237013020, height 20 mm is its very shallow height, making it the best choice for refrigerated trays, tight spaces, and flat product displays where vertical clearance is limited. It is most suitable for users who need space-saving organization rather than bulk holding. If your workflow requires storing larger food volumes, preparing hot dishes, or creating a decorative buffet presentation, alternative models with greater depths or melamine construction will be more appropriate.
