210L Recon Open Top Steel Drum (Not Lined) – Reconditioned Industrial Storage Barrel

Product Overview: Recon 210 L Open‑Top Steel Drum (“A‑Grade”)

• Condition: Reconditioned (refurbished to “A-grade” quality – inspected, cleaned, repainted, gasket replaced)

• Capacity: 210 litres (approx. 55 US gallons)

• Material & Build:

  • Mild steel body and ends

  • Typical wall thickness around 0.8–0.9 mm (ends ~0.9–1.0 mm)

  • Painted outer surface (commonly blue or black)

• Closure System:

  • Open-head design with fully removable lid and locking ring (toggle/lever clamp)

  • Lid equipped with rubber gasket for leak prevention

• Dimensions & Weight:

  • Diameter: ~580–595 mm; Height: ~880–915 mm

  • Drum nets approximately 13–19 kg depending on gauge and treatment

• Certification:

  • UN-approved for dangerous goods transport—suitable for solids and (often) liquids

• Price & Sellers:

  • Example price: ~R 320 ex‑VAT from HPM Recycling (A-grade)

  • Flow’n Go lists a similar reconditioned drum for ~R 427 incl. VAT

✅ Ideal Uses

• Industrial & outdoor: Great for storing, blending, and transporting solids, viscous liquids, lubricants, solvents, or dry materials.

• Upcycling: Commonly repurposed for rainwater harvesting, burn barrels, braai heaters, planter barrels, or workshop bins .

• Compliance: UN-certification ensures it’s legally suitable for regulated hazardous shipments.

⚙️ Quality & Reconditioning Details

• Internal cleaning: Shot-blasted or blast-cleaned—note this may leave residual dust; not ideal for food-grade uses unless further cleaned

• External finish: Fresh paint job ensures corrosion resistance and professional appearance. “A‑grade” denotes top-tier refurbish quality.

• Gasket & Ring: Both are new replacements, creating a solid seal for closure.

Lead time 3 – 6 working days