A Euro container full of loose small parts costs time with every grab. Insert containers divide the container into compartments: halves, quarters or eighths. Screws, seals or spare parts then sit separately and within easy reach. This guide shows which subdivisions are available, how they differ and how to find the right combination. You will find the inserts in the insert container basicline category.
What are insert containers?
Insert containers, often called insert boxes, are small boxes placed inside a Euro container. The designation 1/2, 1/4 or 1/8 describes the share of the base area an insert occupies. According to the manufacturer, inserts of different sizes can be combined, so you can divide a container exactly as you need.
The inserts in the basicline series are made of PP-C (polypropylene copolymer). For most of the models presented here, the product data state closed sides and a closed base; for the crosswise 1/4 insert, this information is missing. Because the inserts can be lifted out, you can change the layout at any time when your range of small parts changes. A single compartment can also be taken to the workstation together with its contents.
The subdivisions at a glance
The values are taken from the product data of the manufacturer Bekuplast.
| Insert | External dimensions | Internal dimensions | Volume | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 crosswise, grey | 355 x 276 x 85 mm | 340 x 261 x 79 mm | 6.8 l | 400 g |
| 1/4 lengthwise, translucent | 276 x 177 x 85 mm | 261 x 162 x 79 mm | 3.2 l | 216 g |
| 1/4 crosswise, translucent | 355 x 138 x 85 mm | 340 x 123 x 79 mm | 3.1 l | 248 g |
| 1/8, translucent | 177 x 138 x 85 mm | 162 x 123 x 79 mm | 1.4 l | 118 g |
| 1/8 silverline, grey | 176 x 137 x 80 mm | not stated | not stated | 140 g |
The two 1/4 inserts have almost the same volume but a different shape: the lengthwise version is short and wide, the crosswise one long and narrow. Which shape suits you better depends on how long your parts are.
Half, quarter or eighth: which subdivision for what?
- 1/2 subdivision: the Insert container basicline, 1/2 subdivision, horizontal, 355x276x85 mm, colour grey offers the largest compartment at 6.8 l. It suits larger parts or quantities you do not need to separate further.
- 1/4 subdivision lengthwise: the Insert container basicline, 276x177x85 mm, 1/4 subdivision, lengthwise, translucent colour is a compact compartment for medium-sized parts.
- 1/4 subdivision crosswise: with its long, narrow shape, the Insert container basicline, 1/4 subdivision, horizontal, 355x138x85 mm, translucent colour suits elongated parts.
- 1/8 subdivision: the Insert container basicline, 1/8 subdivision, 177x138x85 mm, translucent colour is the smallest compartment and keeps many different small parts apart.
An alternative for the finest subdivision is the Insert container silverline, 1/8 subdivision, 176x137x80 mm, colour grey. According to the manufacturer, it divides a Euro container into eight compartments. At 80 mm it is slightly lower than the basicline inserts at 85 mm.
How to plan the layout
- Measure the internal dimensions of your Euro container and compare them with the external dimensions of the inserts.
- Sort your parts by size and quantity: what needs a large compartment, what a small one?
- Combine the subdivisions, for example one 1/2 insert with several smaller inserts.
- Check the height: the insert should match the internal height of the container, especially if you stack containers.
Translucent inserts show the contents from the side, while grey inserts look calmer on the shelf. According to the manufacturer, transparent lids are also available for the inserts, letting you see the contents at a glance.
Typical applications
Workshop and maintenance
Screws, nuts and washers in different sizes sit separately in 1/8 compartments, longer bolts in the crosswise 1/4 insert. Whoever heads out to a job takes the whole Euro container along without the parts getting mixed up.
Assembly station in production
At the assembly station, the components of an assembly are ready in one container, each in its own compartment. A large 1/2 compartment holds the main part, smaller compartments the small parts. Translucent inserts make it easy to see the fill level quickly.
Frequently asked questions
Can I mix different inserts in one container?
Yes. According to the manufacturer, inserts of different sizes can be combined. Check against the internal dimensions of your container beforehand whether the chosen combination fits.
What is the difference between crosswise and lengthwise?
The designation describes the orientation in the container. For the 1/4 inserts this results in two shapes: 276 x 177 mm (lengthwise) and 355 x 138 mm (crosswise), each as an external dimension. In the English product names, the crosswise version is labelled "horizontal".
Are there lids for the inserts?
According to the manufacturer, transparent lids are available for the insert containers. Feel free to ask us which lid fits your insert.
You will find all basicline inserts under insert container basicline. We are happy to advise you: +49 2237 628095-00, Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm.