Steel CO2 Tanks (Industry Standard) | Industrial, Heavy-duty applications | Steel material (ASTM A516), 2000 psi test pressure (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101), 10L capacity | Durable, cost-effective for high-pressure needs, widely available | Heavy (2x denser than aluminum), prone to corrosion, requires frequent inspections |
Aluminum CO2 Tanks (Our Base) | Beverage, Aquariums (small setups) | Aluminum (ISO 12107), 3000 psi (▲ vs Steel), 1-2L capacities, CE certified | Lightweight (30% lighter than steel), corrosion-resistant, compact design | Smaller capacity limits scalability, requires secure storage for pressurized use |
High-Capacity Aluminum Tanks (Our Advanced) | Commercial beverage, Large aquariums | Aluminum, 3000 psi, 5-10L capacities (▲▲ vs Base), FDA food-grade compliance (21 CFR 178.3820) | Larger capacity for bulk use, food-safe for beverages, meets ISO 14173 volume standards | Higher cost, bulkier than Base, requires professional installation for large setups |
Composite CO2 Tanks (Market Category) | Recreational (diving, paintball) | Carbon fiber composite, 4500 psi (▲▲▲ vs Aluminum), compact size | Ultra-lightweight (50% lighter than steel), extreme pressure tolerance | High cost, specialized handling required, less common in beverage/aquarium markets |
Stainless Steel Cylinders (Market Category) | Medical gas storage | Stainless steel (ASTM A240), 3000 psi, corrosion-resistant | Corrosion-resistant, durable for medical-grade gases | Heavy, higher cost, limited capacity options (typically <5L) |
Portable Mini CO2 Tanks (Market Category) | Home aquariums, small beverage setups | Aluminum, 0.5-1L capacity, compact design | Affordable, easy to handle, ideal for hobbyists | Limited refill options, short-term use only (1-2 weeks), not food-grade certified |