The food container WAS GN 1/9 food container 100 mm depth, non-transparent is compared with a selection of professional kitchen products from the WAS brand, including gastronorm containers of various sizes and purposes: GN 1/9 polypropylene containers (models DE1238919100 and DE1238919001), larger format GN 2/1 and GN 1/1 trays (DE1237021100 and DE1237011100), as well as a compatible flat lid for GN 1/9 containers (DE1237019001). All these products are designed for professional kitchens and food service operations, but they differ significantly in size standards, materials, and functional design. The primary difference lies in the gastronorm (GN) size standard, which determines capacity and compatibility with kitchen equipment.
⚙️ The table below compares characteristics such as the GN size standard, container depth, material composition, construction features (non-transparent walls or lid), and practical utility for professional kitchen organization.
| Comparison parameter | WAS GN 1/9 food container 100 mm depth, non-transparent | WAS GN 1/9 Container DE1238919100 | Food storage container WAS GN 2/1 tray | WAS Container GN 1/9 DE1238919001 | WAS GN 1/1 food container DE1237011100 | WAS cover for GN 1/9 container | Practical conclusion |
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| Product type | Food container | Food container | Storage tray | Food container | Gastronorm container | Container lid | The products serve distinct functions: containers are used for storage, while the lid ensures secure closure and contamination protection. |
| Size standard | GN 1/9 | GN 1/9 | GN 2/1 | GN 1/9 | GN 1/1 | GN 1/9 | GN sizes define capacity: GN 1/9 is compact for portions, whereas GN 1/1 and GN 2/1 are built for large food volumes. |
| Depth | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | Not specified | 100 mm | Not applicable | A depth of 100 mm is a standard specification for space-efficient storage and refrigeration use. |
| Material | Non-transparent material | Polypropylene (PP) | Non-transparent material | Polypropylene (PP) | Not specified | Not specified | Polypropylene models emphasize lightweight cleaning, while non-transparent options help protect stored food from light exposure. |
◎ The table below evaluates product suitability for various usage scenarios to help determine the most appropriate option for specific catering requirements.
| Use case | Recommended product | Why |
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| Storing small portions and ingredients | WAS GN 1/9 food container 100 mm depth, non-transparent | The compact GN 1/9 size and 100 mm depth are ideal for portioning and organizing ingredients in refrigeration units. |
| Bulk food preparation and large-scale storage | WAS GN 1/1 food container DE1237011100 | The GN 1/1 format is designed to handle large batches of food within standard professional kitchen equipment. |
| Covered storage and transport for GN 1/9 containers | WAS cover for GN 1/9 container | The flat sealable lid keeps GN 1/9 contents covered and protected from contamination during prep and transport. |
The main product WAS GN 1/9 food container 100 mm depth, non-transparent differs from larger alternatives (GN 1/1 and GN 2/1) through its compact footprint, making it optimized for organizing small portions and individual ingredients. Compared to other GN 1/9 options, this model provides light-filtering non-transparent construction for stored contents, whereas alternative polypropylene models highlight lightweight handling. A buyer would prefer this option when precise portion management and light protection within a standard GN 1/9 system are required.
