Bulk Storage Tanks | McMaster-Carr

	Capacity Capacity

	Material Material

Plastic

Steel

Rubber/Polyethylene Plastic
Blend

	Height Height

	Diameter Diameter

	Width Width

	Color Color

	White
	Red
	Black
	Blue
	Beige
	Blue/White
	Green
	Orange
	Yellow

	Graduated Graduated

Yes

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Drain Connection Type Drain Connection Type

Threaded

Sanitary Quick-Clamp

Cam-and-Groove

	Drum Style Drum Style

Open Head

Closed Head

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

	Depth Depth

	Thickness Thickness

	Lid Material Lid Material

	With Handle With Handle

Yes

	Number of Top Openings Number of Top Openings

	Space Saving Features Space Saving Features

Stackable

Nestable

Collapsible

	Seal Material Seal Material

Rubber

Foam

Plastic

	Graduation Marks Graduation Marks

	Clarity Clarity

Semi-Clear

Opaque

	Gauge Gauge

	Lid Type Lid Type

Tight Fitting

Loose Fitting

Threaded

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Tanks

Plastic Tanks

Store between 30 and 550 gallons in these large tanks.

Rectangular Plastic Tanks

These tanks have capacities from 2.5 to 1,000 gallons.

Plastic Fuel Tanks

These 12-gallon capacity tanks have a level gauge, and a fuel withdrawal outlet separate from the fill opening.

Plastic Tanks with Forklift Entry

Despite their large size you can move these tanks with a forklift. They store between 75 and 500 gallons.

Double-Wall Plastic Tanks

No need for separate spill-control pallets or trays—comply with EPA regulations for storing hazardous liquids with just one tank.

Low-Profile Rectangular Plastic Tanks

Even though these tanks are less than 20" tall, they still hold 50 to 200 gallons.

Elevated Steel Tanks

A lifting lug on top makes these tanks easy to transport.

Steel Tanks with Forklift Entry

These tanks are typically used for storing fuel and waste oil.

Double-Wall Steel Tanks with Forklift Entry

Tanks provide extra protection for products that require double-wall containment, such as diesel and waste oil, solvents, and antifreeze.

UN-Compliant Tanks

Also known as intermediate bulk containers (IBC), these tanks meet UN31HA1/Y transportation specifications and are designed to ship liquids.

Easy-Drain Tanks

Plastic Easy-Drain Tanks

The heavy-wall construction makes these tanks durable and easy to clean.

Sanitary Easy-Drain Tanks

Store and transport liquids in bulk in sanitary environments such as food and pharmaceutical plants.

Stainless Steel Easy-Drain Tanks

The bottom of these tanks is sloped to ensure easy and complete drainage.

Wall-Mount Plastic Easy-Drain Tanks

These tanks are often used as gravity-fed dispensers.

Collapsible Tanks

These tanks collapse for easy storage.

Batch Cans

Round Plastic Batch Cans

High-Temperature Round Plastic Batch Cans

Food Industry Round Plastic Batch Cans

These plastic batch cans meet NSF/ANSI 2 sanitary standards for food environments.

Food Industry Round Plastic Batch Cans with Faucet

Round Plastic Batch Cans with Faucet

Use the built-in faucet for easy dispensing.

Mobile Round Plastic Batch Cans

Rectangular Stainless Steel Batch Cans

Rectangular Plastic Batch Cans

High-Temperature Rectangular Plastic Batch Cans

Rectangular Plastic Batch Cans with Faucet

Dispense liquids using the built-in faucet.

Round Stainless Steel Batch Cans with Faucet

These corrosion-resistant cans have a built-in faucet for dispensing.

Narrow-Mouth Round Stainless Steel Batch Cans

Also known as milk cans, these have a narrow mouth for controlled pouring.

Round Stainless Steel Batch Cans

Food Industry Round Metal Batch Cans

These metal batch cans meet NSF/ANSI 2 for sanitary design in food-processing environments.

Drums

Heavy Duty Plastic Drums

These drums are seamless, making them more durable than other plastic drums.

Plastic Drums

Ship materials in these UN-compliant drums.

Corrosion-Resistant Steel Drums

The inside of these drums is epoxy coated to resist rust.

Fiber Drums

Store dry materials in these drums.

Steel Drums with Drain

A threaded opening 4" from the bottom allows you to drain a drum without moving it.

Food Industry Stainless Steel Drums

These drums have smooth, welded seams to prevent food and chemicals from collecting in crevices.

Steel Drums

These drums are UN-compliant for shipping.

Stainless Steel Drums

These drums are corrosion resistant and are UN-compliant for shipping.

Fiber Drums with Liner

A plastic liner and lid allow these drums to be used with wet and dry materials.

Sanitary Stainless Steel Drums

Store food, beverage, and pharmaceutical products in these drums, which have a sanitary design.

Salvage/Overpack Drums

Use these drums for secondary containment or for temporarily storing and transporting leaking containers.

Tubs

Rubber and Plastic Tubs

These tubs are crack and dent resistant.

Galvanized Steel Tubs

Tubs are made of galvanized steel for corrosion resistance.

Food Industry Bulk Dispensers

FDA compliant for direct contact with food, these dispensers are often used to store or quickly dispense dry ingredients in food and pharmaceutical plants.