{"product_id":"carl-fritz-50kg-heated-honey-tank-500w-bottom-heater","title":"Carl Fritz 50kg Heated Honey Tank with Loose Lid  – Stainless Steel with 500W Bottom Heater Bottling Tank","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA premium German-made stainless steel honey bottling and settling tank with an integrated, thermostatically controlled bottom heater.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Fritz 50kg Heated Honey Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines a high-quality stainless steel honey tank with a powerful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500W electric bottom heater, professionally installed at the Carl Fritz factory in Germany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for beekeepers who want greater control when handling and bottling honey, the integrated heating system gently warms the base of the tank to help improve honey flow, particularly when working with honey that has become thick or difficult to dispense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a 50kg honey capacity, a sloping stainless steel base and a low-positioned 1½-inch honey tap, this is a practical piece of equipment for hobbyist and commercial beekeepers alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing is for one complete heated honey tank, supplied with the bottom heater already factory-installed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou receive:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Fritz 50kg Stainless Steel Honey Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A premium honey settling, storage and bottling tank with a loose-fitting lid, drop handles, sloping base and 1½-inch honey tap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Fritz 500W Electric Bottom Heater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A thermostatically controlled silicone heating mat, professionally fitted to the underside of the tank by Carl Fritz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-Fitted Thermal Insulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A 9mm isoGLAS® insulating layer installed beneath the heating mat to help minimise heat loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tank arrives as one complete, ready-assembled heated unit. No heater installation is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50kg Honey Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Ideal for honey settling, storage and bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-Fitted 500W Bottom Heater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Professionally installed by Carl Fritz in Germany.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable Thermostat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Heating control adjustable up to 85°C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproved Honey Flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Gentle bottom heating helps thick honey flow more easily through the tap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsulated Heating System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – 9mm insulation beneath the heater helps reduce downward heat loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Stainless Steel Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Durable, easy to clean and designed for regular honey processing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSloping Tank Base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Encourages honey to drain towards the low-positioned outlet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½-Inch Honey Tap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Convenient for filling jars, buckets and other suitable containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Carl Fritz Equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Quality German-made honey processing equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose a Heated Honey Tank?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoney naturally varies in thickness depending on its floral source, temperature and crystallisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring bottling, thicker honey can flow slowly through a standard honey tap, making the process more time-consuming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Carl Fritz heated honey tank offers a practical solution by providing controlled warmth at the base of the vessel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe heating system can help:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImprove the flow of thick or viscous honey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake dispensing and bottling more convenient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduce delays caused by slow honey drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupport more consistent honey handling during processing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a separate warming cabinet, the heat is applied directly beneath the stainless steel tank, where the honey drains towards the outlet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a bottom-heated tank, not a thermostatically controlled whole-tank warming cabinet or honey liquefier. Heating performance depends on the quantity, consistency and starting temperature of the honey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally Installed at the Carl Fritz Factory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the biggest advantages of this model is that the heater is not a DIY addition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Fritz's technicians install the 500W silicone heating mat directly onto the underside of the stainless steel tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 9mm layer of isoGLAS® insulation is then fitted underneath to help reduce heat loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gives you a purpose-built heated tank with the heating equipment already correctly positioned and assembled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is no need to purchase a separate heater or arrange installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThermostatically Controlled Bottom Heating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe integrated 500W \/ 230V heater features an adjustable thermostat with a maximum setting of approximately 85°C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor routine honey handling, significantly lower settings are generally appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Fritz recommends approximately 35–40°C for certain honey bottling applications, with careful monitoring to avoid unnecessarily warming or over-thinning the honey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The thermostat regulates the heating system; its setting does not necessarily represent the actual temperature throughout the honey. Monitor honey temperature independently and select suitable settings for your product and processing requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for Honey Bottling and Settling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 50kg stainless steel tank features a sloping base and a 1½-inch honey tap welded at bottom level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis helps honey drain efficiently towards the outlet, reducing the amount left behind during dispensing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tank also includes a loose-fitting stainless steel lid and practical drop handles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're filling individual jars, transferring honey into smaller containers or preparing honey for bottling, the Carl Fritz tank provides a robust and straightforward working arrangement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Fritz Imkertechnik (CFM)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoney tank reference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5009184\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottom heater reference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5009500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct supplied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete tank with factory-fitted heater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoney capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55cm (excluding any additional heater clearance)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeam-welded, gap-free construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSloping towards the outlet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoney outlet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½-inch honey tap, welded at bottom level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoose-fitting stainless steel lid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrop handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeater type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicone bottom heating mat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeater output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrical supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e230V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThermostat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable, up to 85°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeater insulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9mm isoGLAS®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeater installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted by Carl Fritz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnheated tank weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 6kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Fritz, Germany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stated 6kg weight refers to the standard unheated 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The finished heated assembly will weigh more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe heater is intended to assist honey processing and bottling by warming the base of the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt should not be assumed that the heater will rapidly liquefy a full tank of completely crystallised honey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways follow the manufacturer's operating instructions and monitor honey temperature to avoid unnecessary overheating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe supplied lid is loose-fitting, not an airtight locking lid.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tank does not include a mechanical honey stirrer or creaming mechanism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose Carl Fritz?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGerman craftsmanship, specialist engineering and equipment built for serious beekeeping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Fritz has been manufacturing specialist beekeeping equipment since 1827, with a long-standing reputation for durable materials, thoughtful design and high-quality workmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGwenyn Gruffydd\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, we work directly with Carl Fritz to bring genuine German-manufactured honey processing equipment to beekeepers throughout the UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs commercial beekeepers ourselves, we understand the importance of reliable equipment when processing and bottling honey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're upgrading your honey room or planning a new honey processing setup, our team will be happy to help you choose the right equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carl Fritz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67866628096232,"sku":"CFM_5009500BH_50kgTank-HEATED","price":700.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0487\/1949\/5317\/files\/1_d4dc4518-8c0e-4d9c-a005-5f3fc38e1fd8.png?v=1791818140","url":"https:\/\/gwenyngruffydd.co.uk\/products\/carl-fritz-50kg-heated-honey-tank-500w-bottom-heater","provider":"Gwenyn Gruffydd Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}