The WAS GN 2/4 stainless steel container 150 mm height, 0.7 mm thickness, 8.5 L is compared here against alternative professional GN 2/4 containers and accessories from WAS. All these items share the standardized GN 2/4 footprint and are designed for professional kitchens, catering, and food service workflows. The primary differences lie in the materials used (durable chrome-nickel stainless steel versus melamine or a protective lid), as well as the depth and capacity, which dictate storage volume and visual presentation options.
⚙️ Below is a comparison of key specifications including material, depth, volume, and purpose, highlighting the practical differences between steel containers of varying heights, alternative materials, and the compatible lid.
| Parameter | WAS GN 2/4 (150 mm) | WAS GN 2/4 (100 mm) | WAS GN 2/4 (65 mm, steel) | WAS GN 2/4 (Black melamine) | WAS GN 2/4 (White melamine) | WAS GN 2/4 (Lid) | Practical significance |
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| Product type | Gastronorm container | Gastronorm container | Gastronorm container | Gastronorm container | Gastronorm container | Container lid | All items fit GN 2/4 slots but serve different workflow roles: bulk holding, shallow portioning, presentation, or sealing. |
| Material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Black melamine | White melamine | Not specified | Stainless steel is ideal for thermal tasks and durability, melamine suits tabletop presentation, and the lid protects contents. |
| Depth / Height | 150 mm | 100 mm | 65 mm | Not specified | 65 mm | Not applicable | Greater depth increases food storage capacity, while shallow depths facilitate quick access and portioning. |
| Volume | 8.5 L | 5.6 L | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not applicable | The 8.5 L capacity provides the largest holding volume among the options for high-volume preparation and storage. |
◎ The table below evaluates which product is best suited for different usage scenarios in commercial kitchens, buffets, and food storage.
| Use case | Recommended product | Why |
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| High-capacity food storage and bulk preparation | WAS GN 2/4 (150 mm) | The maximum 8.5 L volume holds larger batches of ingredients or prepared dishes securely. |
| Compact ingredient storage and standard refrigeration | WAS GN 2/4 (100 mm) and (65 mm) | Smaller depths fit standard refrigerator shelves efficiently and support accessible portioning. |
| Buffet service and food presentation | WAS GN 2/4 (Black melamine) and (White melamine) | Melamime construction provides an attractive, durable finish for front-of-house food display. |
| Secure covering and transit protection | WAS GN 2/4 (Lid) | The dedicated non-thermal lid keeps stored foods protected and contained during transport. |
The main difference that sets the WAS GN 2/4 stainless steel container 150 mm height, 0.7 mm thickness, 8.5 L apart from the alternatives is its 150 mm depth and large 8.5 L capacity in a robust steel build. It is most suitable for professional kitchens requiring high-volume storage within a standard GN footprint. Choose this model when you need maximum capacity for holding ingredients, whereas melamine alternatives or the lid are better suited for food display or sealing tasks.
