Thermo Fisher Nalgene Tanks for Lab & Bioprocess Storage (19–757 L)

Nalgene cylindrical tanks are rigid, open-top plastic vessels designed for storing, staging, and transferring process liquids in labs and bioprocess environments. You’ll find heavy-duty LLDPE options for rugged use and autoclavable PP tanks for sterilizable workflows. As an authorized distributor, Iright helps you source a wide range of Thermo Fisher tank sizes, accessories, and liners to match your protocol and compliance needs.

Product Families at a Glance: Autoclavable PP vs Heavy-Duty LLDPE

Choosing a tank family starts with understanding material behavior and sterilization needs. Polypropylene (PP) tanks are autoclavable and resist stress cracking from many organic chemicals; linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) tanks are exceptionally tough for day-to-day handling but are not autoclavable. Both are available as seamless, cylindrical vessels with floating covers; selected models include a factory-installed spigot.

Autoclavable PP tanks (Series 11200) — Cylindrical PP with cover, 19–378 L; good chemical tolerance; an economical alternative to stainless steel in sterilizable workflows.

Heavy-duty LLDPE tanks (Series 11100) — Cylindrical LLDPE with cover, 19–757 L; rugged, large-volume choices for buffers, DI/RO water, and media staging.

LLDPE tanks with factory-installed spigot (Series 11102) — Same LLDPE body plus a needle-type spigot (accepts 5/8″ ID tubing) for convenient draw-off. 19–208 L.

Selection Guide: Capacity, Sterilization Needs, Spigot & Liners

Start with your liquid volume and sterility plan. If you must steam-sterilize the vessel, choose PP (11200). For rugged storage or when autoclaving isn’t required, LLDPE (11100/11102) offers the broadest capacities. Then decide whether fixed draw-off (factory spigot) and single-use liners will simplify cleaning or protect sensitive fluids.

Quick chooser (bullet highlights):

• Volume range: 19, 28, 38, 56.8–57, 113–114, 208, 303, 378, 568, 757 L (series-dependent).

• Need autoclave? Yes → 11200 PP; No → 11100 LLDPE (cover) or 11102 LLDPE (with spigot).

• Dispense from tank? Choose 11102 (installed needle-type spigot; 5/8″ ID tubing).

• Single-use workflow/ease of cleaning? Add Nalgene Coex PE film tank liners (343050 series), sized for tanks ranging from 5 to 200 gallons.

Comparison Table: Series, Material, Volume Range, Autoclavable, Spigot, Use

Below is a compact view to help you shortlist. Values reflect Thermo Fisher catalog descriptions; always confirm your specific SKU in the links or with Iright before ordering.

Common Applications: Media/Buffer Storage and Bioprocess Workflows

Across labs and pilot plants, these tanks serve as durable reservoirs for media and buffers, DI/RO water, bulk reagents, and interim storage of batches. In single-use workflows, pairing a rigid tank with a sterile liner supports closed handling while reducing changeover time and cleaning validation. For dispense-intensive steps, spigot-equipped models minimize handling and improve ergonomics. 

Typical scenarios

• Hydration and storage of powdered media/buffers

• Day tank for chromatography/wash solutions

• Waste segregation prior to deactivation (PP only if heat-treated/autoclaved)

Popular SKUs You Can Quote Today (11100/11102/11200 Highlights)

Below are representative, in-catalog SKUs frequently requested for lab and bioprocess storage. Use them to anchor your ItemList schema and PDP links; Iright can quote additional sizes and regional availability on request.

LLDPE with cover — Series 11100 (not autoclavable)

• 11100-0005 — 19 L

• 11100-0007 — 28 L

• 11100-0010 — 38 L

• 11100-0015 — 57 L

• 11100-0030 — 113 L

• 11100-0055 — 208 L

• 11100-0080 — 303 L

• 11100-0100 — 378 L

• 11100-0150 — 568 L

• 11100-0200 — 757 L

LLDPE with factory-installed spigot — Series 11102 (not autoclavable)

• 11102-0005 — 19 L

• 11102-0007 — 26.5–28 L*

• 11102-0010 — 37.8 L

• 11102-0015 — 56.8 L

• 11102-0030 — 113.5 L

• 11102-0055 — 208 L
  *Published capacity for the 0007 size varies slightly by source; confirm the metric value for your region before publishing. 

Autoclavable polypropylene with cover — Series 11200

• 11200-0005 — 19 L

• 11200-0007 — 28 L

• 11200-0010 — 38 L

• 11200-0015 — 56.8 L

• 11200-0030 — 114 L

• 11200-0055 — 208 L

• 11200-0100 — 378 L

Tank liners (Coex PE film) — 343050 series (case of 10; sizes matched to 5–200 gal tanks)

• 343050-0005 — for 5-gal (≈19 L) tanks

• 343050-0055 — for 55-gal (≈208 L) tanks; gamma-irradiated, nonpyrogenic film

Materials & Compliance: PP (Autoclavable) vs LLDPE (Non-Autoclavable)

Material choice affects sterilization, chemical compatibility, and temperature limits. PP tanks (11200) are autoclavable and tolerate many organic solvents with good stress-crack resistance, making them suitable where heat or disinfection cycles are required. LLDPE tanks (11100/11102) offer rugged strength and broad aqueous compatibility, but they must not be steam-sterilized. Match your cleaning and validation plan accordingly.

For regulated environments, use tank liners to minimize product contact with the rigid wall; liners are gamma-treated, noncytotoxic, and certified nonpyrogenic, supporting risk-reduction in single-use handling. Always verify local standards (USP Class VI, FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 claims may apply to select items) on the specific SKU page.

Accessories & Consumables: Covers, Factory-Installed Spigots, Tank Liners

Beyond the standard floating cover, you can add features that streamline operations. Models in the 11102 family ship with a needle-type spigot pre-installed for clean draw-off to 5/8″ ID tubing—ideal for transfers or fraction collection. For rapid turnaround and contamination control, Coex PE film tank liners convert a rigid tank into a single-use container, reducing cleaning steps and cross-batch risk.

Iright can bundle tanks, liners, and tubing to match your line size, plus advise on external supports where elevated temperatures or heavy fluids are involved.

FAQ: Autoclave, Support, and Sizing (19–757 L / “100-Gallon” Options)

Before you buy, a few quick answers can save time. PP tanks can be autoclaved; LLDPE tanks cannot. For frequent dispense steps, factory-spigot models reduce handling risk. Where teams ask for “100-gallon” sizes, that maps closely to 378 L SKUs; check exact dimensions for your space and dolly/pallet footprint.

Q1. Can I autoclave every Nalgene tank?
No. Only 11200 PP tanks are autoclavable. 11100/11102 LLDPE tanks are not. 

Q2. Which tanks include a spigot from the factory?
Series 11102 models include a needle-type spigot (5/8″ ID). If you need cover-only, choose 11100.

Q3. Do I need external support?
If operating hot or with high specific-gravity liquids, external support may be required—review the notes for your SKU or ask Iright.

Q4. Are there sterile liners sized to these tanks?
Yes. 343050 Coex PE film liners are sized from 5 to 200 gal, gamma-irradiated, nonpyrogenic, and noncytotoxic.

Why buy from Iright?

As a focused Thermo Fisher distributor, we help you align tank material, volume, fittings, and liners with your SOPs—then deliver fast quotes and consolidated logistics. Ask us for a side-by-side spec sheet or a compliance packet for your chosen SKUs today.