The Food storage container WAS GN 2/1 tray 150 mm, non-thermo (N/T) is compared with alternative professional food storage containers from the WAS brand. All products are designed for professional kitchens, catering, and food service applications, adhering to Gastronorm (GN) standards and supporting chilled storage, food preparation, and transport workflows. The main differences lie in the GN system size (2/1, 1/1, or 1/6), tray depths (ranging from 100 mm to 200 mm), material selection (stainless steel or polypropylene), and specialized design traits such as light protection or non-thermal construction.
⚙️ The specifications comparison table below reviews the key characteristics of each model, including GN format, depth, material properties, and their practical significance in commercial kitchens.
| Parameter | Food storage container WAS GN 2/1 tray 150 mm, non-thermo (N/T) | Food storage container WAS GN 2/1 tray 200 mm, non-tempered | Food storage container WAS GN 2/1 tray 100 mm depth, non-transparent | Food container WAS GN 1/1 model DE1237011150, depth 150 mm, gastronorm compatible | GN 1/6 Food Container WAS DE1238416150 150 mm, polypropylene (PP) | Food container WAS GN 1/6 DE1237016150 — stainless steel, depth 150 mm, GN 1/6 | Practical significance |
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| Brand | WAS | WAS | WAS | WAS | WAS | WAS | All options belong to the same brand and are tailored for professional commercial use. |
| GN Format | GN 2/1 | GN 2/1 | GN 2/1 | GN 1/1 | GN 1/6 | GN 1/6 | Determines compatibility with specific kitchen equipment, racks, and prep station layouts. |
| Depth / Height | 150 mm | 200 mm | 100 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | Affects ingredient storage capacity and vertical clearance requirements in refrigeration units. |
| Material & Construction | Non-thermal (N/T) | Non-tempered (N/T) | Non-transparent | Standard GN construction | Polypropylene (PP) | Stainless steel | Materials define durability, weight, cleaning ease, and content protection against light. |
◎ The suitability table below evaluates which model aligns best with specific user needs, usage scenarios, and kitchen workflow requirements.
| Use case | Recommended product | Why |
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| Storing large batches of ingredients in a professional kitchen at moderate depth | Food storage container WAS GN 2/1 tray 150 mm, non-thermo (N/T) | The balanced 150 mm depth in the large GN 2/1 format provides efficient space utilization for storage and transport. |
| Maximum storage volume in the GN 2/1 format | Food storage container WAS GN 2/1 tray 200 mm, non-tempered | The increased depth of 200 mm suits high-capacity ingredient storage and deep cold-room environments. |
| Light-sensitive food storage in the GN 2/1 format | Food storage container WAS GN 2/1 tray 100 mm depth, non-transparent | The non-transparent construction protects stored contents from light exposure at a 100 mm depth. |
| Working with standard mid-sized kitchen equipment in the GN 1/1 format | Food container WAS GN 1/1 model DE1237011150, depth 150 mm, gastronorm compatible | The GN 1/1 footprint matches standard preparation tables and appliances while keeping a 150 mm depth. |
| Portioning and lightweight storage of small ingredients in polypropylene | GN 1/6 Food Container WAS DE1238416150 150 mm, polypropylene (PP) | The small GN 1/6 size made of lightweight polypropylene is ideal for organized small-batch and sauce storage. |
| Organizing cold toppings or stainless steel prep stations in the GN 1/6 format | Food container WAS GN 1/6 DE1237016150 — stainless steel, depth 150 mm, GN 1/6 | Stainless steel in a compact GN 1/6 size is well-suited for serving lines, cold display, and food presentation. |
Choosing between these containers depends on your equipment layout and storage workflow. If you need a balanced 150 mm storage capacity within a large-scale GN 2/1 format for refrigeration and transport, the Food storage container WAS GN 2/1 tray 150 mm, non-thermo (N/T) is an excellent choice. Alternative models are more suitable if you require a different system size such as GN 1/1 or GN 1/6, a shift to polypropylene or stainless steel materials, or an adjusted tray depth to fit specific ingredient volumes.
