400x300x300 EPS box: 17.5 liters explained
The 400x300x300 EPS box has a volume of 17.5 liters and a wall of 35 mm. It has the same base as the 10-liter box, but is 10 cm taller. That makes it suitable for products that need to stand upright, such as bottles, jars and tall packaging. Below you will find the exact dimensions, the number per pallet and what sets this box apart from the lower boxes with the same footprint.
The dimensions of the 17.5-liter EPS box
The outer size is 400 x 300 x 300 mm (L x W x H) and the inner size 330 x 230 x 230 mm. The wall thickness is 35 mm. The box is made of polystyrene, comes with a matching lid and has a matching cardboard master carton for extra protection during transport and storage. A full pallet holds 70 pcs.
| Item | Data |
|---|---|
| Volume | 17.5 liters |
| Outer dimensions (L x W x H) | 400 x 300 x 300 mm |
| Inner dimensions (L x W x H) | 330 x 230 x 230 mm |
| Wall thickness | 35 mm |
| Per full pallet | 70 pcs |
A 17.5-liter EPS box therefore has an inner space that is 23 cm wide and 23 cm high.
The master carton fits the EPS box closely and adds stability.
The same footprint, a different height
The box belongs to the boxes with a base of 400 x 300 mm. If you already work with the 10-liter box, you do not need to change your stacking pattern. Only the height and the wall differ. The data in the table come from the product descriptions.
| Volume | Outer dimensions (mm) | Wall thickness | Per pallet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 liters | 400 x 300 x 155 | 20 mm | 160 |
| 10 liters | 400 x 300 x 200 | 35 mm | 100 |
| 17.5 liters | 400 x 300 x 300 | 35 mm | 70 |
The difference between the 10 and the 17.5 liters is 7.5 liters of extra volume, with the same 35 mm wall. Note the difference in inner size. The 12-liter box measures 365 x 260 x 125 mm inside, the 17.5-liter box 330 x 230 x 230 mm. So the 17.5-liter box is narrower and shorter, but almost twice as tall. You can read more about the lower version in 10-liter EPS box and about the thinner-walled variant in 12-liter EPS box.
What do you use a 17.5-liter EPS box for?
The product description names three areas. In pharmaceutical logistics it is about vaccines, medicines and other temperature-sensitive goods. In the food industry it is about meat, fish, vegetables, dairy, delicatessen and meals. It is also a box for medium-size shipments that need reliable insulation.
In practice a tall box suits a meal kit or a mixed order, where you want to keep several items separate. Dairy, drinks and packaging with a vertical shape also fit better in a tall box than in a low one. For meal kits, also read shipping meal kits cold.
If you ship vaccines or medicines in upright packaging, also read shipping vaccines and biological medicines cold. Which wall and which coolant suit your shipment depends on the product, the route and the temperature you want to hold.
Filling and cooling a tall box
Fill the box tightly and place ice packs or cooling elements on top of the product, so the cold air sinks down. With a double layer you can place a cooling element between the layers. How many you need depends on the product, the route and the season. You will find a calculation method in the calculation formula for gel packs.
Do you want to know which box suits your product? Then also take a look at choosing the right box size. If you are looking for a reusable cooler box per piece, see our polystyrene boxes. Also known as a styrofoam cooler 400x300x300 or Tempex box: it is always the same expanded polystyrene box. If you want to compare the 17.5-liter EPS box on wall thickness alone, read EPS box wall thickness.
Frequently asked questions about the 400 x 300 x 300 mm EPS box
How many liters is an EPS box of 400 x 300 x 300 mm?
The volume is 17.5 liters. The inner size is 330 x 230 x 230 mm.
How many fit on a pallet?
A full pallet holds 70 pcs. You can order smaller quantities per piece.
Does a cardboard master carton fit around it?
Yes. There is a matching cardboard master carton that fits the 17.5-liter EPS box closely. It offers extra protection and stability during transport and storage.
Order your 17.5-liter EPS box. Take a look at the 400x300x300 EPS box and all other sizes at our EPS boxes, from our own production since 1972 and available from stock. If your product does not fit a standard size, get in touch. We are happy to look at the existing molds.
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