Fiber Drums Quick Guide

Fiber drums are a versatile storage option when looking for a way to transport your products. Fiber drums can be UN rated, weather resistant, and waterproof. The Cary Company offers a variety of fiber drums to best fit your needs. They come in a variety of sizes including 10 gallon, 15 gallon, 19 gallon, 20 gallon, 30 gallon, 41 gallon, 55 gallon, and 75 gallon.

Please note: Not all fiber drums are FDA approved for food storage.

Fiber Drums (New)


Part # Product Details Capacity Color Closure Solid
UN Rating
Liquid
UN Rating
Dimensions Fittings
26W75F 75 Gallon Fiber Drum 75 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring UN1H2/Y150/S --- Inside: 23" Dia x 42-1/4" H,
Outside: 23-1/2" Dia x 41-1/4" H (21.9 lbs.)
None
26W61F 61 Gallon Fiber Drum 61 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 23” Dia. x 36-1/2" H (25 lbs.) None
26WL55 55 Gallon Fiber Drum 55 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 21-1/2" Dia x 37-1/4" H (21.9 lbs.) 2" & 3/4"
26W55F 55 Gallon Fiber Drum 55 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 21-1/2" Dia. x 34-1/2" H,
Outside: 22-3/8" Dia. x 35-1/2" H (25 lbs.)
None
26W56F 55 Gallon Fiber Drum 55 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 21-1/2" Dia. x 34-1/2" H,
Outside: 22-3/8" Dia. x 35-1/2" H (21.9 lbs.)
None
26WUF5 55 Gallon Fiber Drum 55 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring UN1G/Y190/S --- Inside 21.5" Dia. x 34" H,
Outside 22.4" Dia. x 35" H (25 lbs.)
None
26WL5655 Gallon Fiber Drum 55 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring UN1H2/Y150/S --- Inside: 23" Dia x 33-1/2" H,
Outside: 23-7/8" Dia x 34-1/2" H (21.9 lbs.)
2" & 3/4"
26WF5455 Gallon Fiber Drum 55 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring UN1G/Y258/S --- Outside: 22.375" Dia. x 35.5" H (25 lbs.) None
26W41F 41 Gallon Fiber Drum 41 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 21-1/2" Dia. x 26" H,
Outside: 22-3/8" Dia. x 27" H (25 lbs.)
None
26W30F 30 Gallon Fiber Drum 30 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Outside: 19.375" Dia x 27" H (21.9 lbs.) None
26WF31 30 Gallon Fiber Drum 30 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 18.5" Dia. x 26" H (25 lbs.) None
26WF3U55 Gallon Fiber Drum 55 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring UN1G/Y143/S --- Inside: 18-1/2" Dia. x 26" H (25 lbs.) None
26WLFD30 Gallon Fiber Drum 30 Gallon Fiber Drum
Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 18-1/2" Dia. x 28" H,
Outside: 19-3/8" Dia. x 29" H (23.4 lbs.)
2" & 3/4"
26WF2857 Gallon Plastic Drum 30 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring UN1G/Y190/S --- Outside: 19.375" Dia. x 27" H (25 lbs.) None
26W31F 30 Gallon Fiber Drum 30 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 18-1/2" Dia. x 26" H,
Outside: 19-3/8" Dia. x 27" H (21.9 lbs.)
None
26W20F20 Gallon Fiber Drum 20 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 15-1/2" Dia. x 24-1/2" H,
Outside: 16-3/8" Dia. x 25-1/2" H (25 lbs.)
None
26WF2020 Gallon Fiber Drum 20 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring UN1G/Y120/S --- Inside: 15-1/2" Dia x 24-1/2" H,
Outside: 16" Dia x 25-1/2" H (21.9 lbs.)
None
26W19F 19 Gallon Fiber Drum 19 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 15-1/2" Dia x 23-1/4" H,
Outside: 16" Dia x 24-1/4" H (25 lbs.)
None
26W17F17.5 Gallon Fiber Drum 17.5 Gallon Fiber Drum White Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 14" Dia. x 26-1/2" H,
Outside: 14-7/8" Dia. x 27-1/2" H (25 lbs.)
None
26W15F 15 Gallon Fiber Drum 15 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 14" Dia x 23" H,
Outside: 14-1/2 Dia x 24" H (18.5 lbs.)
None
26WF15 15 Gallon Fiber Drum 15 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 14" Dia x 22-3/4" H,
Outside: 14-1/2" Dia x 23-3/4" H (25 lbs.)
None
26W12F 12 Gallon Fiber Drum 12 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring -- --- Inside: 14" Dia x 18-1/4" H,
Outside: 14-1/2" Dia x 19 1/4" H (17.5 lbs.)
None
26W07F7.5 Gallon Fiber Drum 7.5 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock Ring --- --- Inside: 15-1/2" Dia. x 9-1/4" H
Outside: 16" Dia. x 10-1/4" H (18.5 lbs.)
None

Fiber Drums (Reconditioned)


Part #Product DetailsCapacityColorClosureSolid
UN Rating
Liquid
UN Rating
Approx. Dimensions
Dia. x Height (Weight)
Fittings
26WRFD55 Gallon Fiber Drum 55 Gallon Fiber Drum Kraft Lever Lock RingVarious --- Various (17.5 lbs.) None

Fiber Drum FAQ's


What are fiber drums? Why should I use one?


Fiber drums are a lightweight, durable option for shipping and storing goods. These drums are environmentally friendly since they are made from recycled materials. Fiber drums are secured with a lever lock ring and resists against bacterial growth. 

These drums allow for quick filling and dispensing of products with a full open top. Because they are made from cardboard, they are lighter than plastic or steel, making it a cost-effective storage container.

Can fiber drums be UN rated?


Yes, fiber drums can be UN rated to store food grade items. The Cary Company offers a variety of FDA approved fiber drums.

Are fiber drums waterproof?


Fiber drums are made of strong Kraft material that comes from cardboard. Kraft paper can be weatherproof and waterproof. It’s important to note that not all fiber drums will be made this way. Keeping fiber drums from getting wet will be best to ensure its quality. 

The Cary Company offers PE lined fiber drums that are suitable for liquid and semi-liquid applications. These drums have a plastic lining that is more suitable to transport liquid products.

What are common uses for fiber drums?


  • Powders (may require UN rating)
  • Liquids (may require UN rating)
  • Spices (requires UN rating)
  • Hazardous materials 
  • Adhesives 

Understanding UN Ratings

 

Developed as a set of standards, by the United Nations, UN ratings are essential for shipping or storing hazardous materials. The UN Rating is a series of number and letter codes that show what a container is regulated to handle. They determine this through a series of tests that all containers must undergo if they are to be UN Rated. Current UN Regulations are enforced by the D.O.T. It is up to the filler of the product to determine what UN Rating they need. View the Full Guide