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SKU: RM16T

72L Open-Top Plastic Tank

£30.00

Description

This 72L open-top plastic tank is a compact industrial plastic container ideal for lab work, home projects, aquatics, and light workshop use. Made in the UK from durable MDPE, it provides excellent rigidity even when filled, with a smooth interior that’s easy to clean.

Available in recycled black or food-grade colours, it works as a sturdy plastic tub for fish treatments, sampling, materials handling, and garden tasks. The 72L size is easy to move, simple to store, and far more durable than standard plastic storage boxes or open plastic bins used in similar applications.

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  • Volume (L)
    72
  • Weight Capacity
    40kg
  • Length (mm)
    460
  • Width (mm)
    460
  • Height (mm)
    418
  • Internal Length (mm)
    415
  • Internal Width (mm)
    410
  • Internal Height (mm)
    420

Perfect for use in:

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    MANUFACTURING & ENGINEERING
    Ideal for soaking, washing parts, holding oils, and general workshop handling.
  • Construction Icon
    CONSTRUCTION & TESTING
    Suitable for soil, slurry, and aggregate testing, washing, and materials handling.
  • Aquaculture Icon
    AQUACULTURE & FISHKEEPING
    Great for fish holding, treatments, pond work, and temporary aquatic setups.
  • Education Icon
    EDUCATION & RESEARCH
    Useful for lab experiments, water testing, biology work, and training environments.
  • Sports Icon
    SPORTS & WELLBEING
    Larger sizes work well as ice baths for gyms, sports clubs, and rehabilitation teams.
  • Domestic Icon
    DOMESTIC & GARDEN
    Popular for pond projects, DIY tasks, water handling, cleaning, and home workshops.
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Education & Research — Compact Plastic Tank for Lab Use

The 72L plastic tank is widely used in education and research for water testing, biology work, aquatic studies, and controlled lab experiments. Acting as a compact industrial plastic container, it provides stability and easy visibility on benches or workstations, making it ideal for repeated-use teaching and analysis tasks.

Domestic & Garden — Practical Container for Home Projects

Home users rely on the 72L plastic tank as a durable plastic tub for pond cleaning, water transfers, equipment washing, and general DIY tasks. More robust than household plastic storage boxes, it withstands outdoor conditions and regular handling without cracking or deforming.

Manufacturing & Engineering — Handy Tub for Small Parts & Fluids

Workshops and engineering teams use the 72L plastic tank as a small industrial plastic tub for soaking components, cleaning parts, mixing solutions, and managing waste fluids. Its compact footprint fits easily in restricted spaces while offering far greater durability than standard plastic bins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 72L plastic tank suitable for fish treatments?

Yes. This 72L plastic tank acts as a sturdy plastic tub ideal for small fish treatments, salt baths, and short-term holding for koi, carp, and ornamental species.

Can this tank be used for lab or classroom experiments?

Absolutely. The 72L plastic container is commonly used in schools, colleges, and research labs for water testing, biology work, and aquatic studies due to its compact size and stable MDPE structure.

How does the 72L tank compare to normal plastic storage boxes for DIY or garden work?

Unlike standard plastic storage boxes, this open-top plastic tank is made from tough MDPE and designed to handle outdoor use, water loads, and frequent handling without bending or breaking.

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