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 |
| 26WL56 | 55 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" |
| 26WF54 | 55 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 |
| 26WF3U | 55 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 |
| 26WLFD | 30 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" |
| 26WF28 | 57 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 |
| 26W20F | 20 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 |
| 26WF20 | 20 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 |
| 26W17F | 17.5 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 |
| 26W07F | 7.5 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 Details | Capacity | Color | Closure | Solid UN Rating | Liquid UN Rating | Approx. Dimensions Dia. x Height (Weight) | Fittings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26WRFD | 55 Gallon Fiber Drum | 55 Gallon Fiber Drum | Kraft | Lever Lock Ring | Various | --- | 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.
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