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Black Iron Deep Tank - Deep Bluing Tank, Black Iron
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SKU: 082003694
Overview
Built for bluing work, this deep black iron tank provides a practical setup for handling longer parts and larger batches of solution. Its 9-inch depth and 40-inch length offer a working configuration suited to use with electric heating units, while the listed working depth is about 5 inches. It can also be used for 909(TM), boiling water, and B.O.N.(TM), making it a versatile shop tool for finishing tasks. With a 7 1/4-gallon capacity, it is aimed at users who want a dedicated tank for controlled bluing and related processes.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
9-inch Deep
Tank design provides extra working
Compatible Brownells
Brownells electric heating units for
Also Suitable
For 909(TM), boiling water, and
Black Iron
Construction is clearly specified in
Generous 40-inch
Length supports longer parts and
Key Features
- 9-inch-deep black iron tank designed for bluing applications
- Works with Brownells electric heating units
- Provides about 5 inches of working depth
- Suitable for 909(TM), boiling water, and B.O.N.(TM) use
- Measures 6 inches wide by 9 inches deep by 40 inches long
- Holds 7 1/4 gallons of solution
Best Used For
- Users setting up bluing work with Brownells electric heating units
- Shop owners needing a long, deep tank for controlled bluing tasks
- Users working with 909(TM), boiling water, or B.O.N.(TM) solutions
- Those wanting a black iron tank with 7 1/4-gallon solution capacity
Specifications
| Capacity | 7 1/4 gallons |
|---|---|
| Compatible Uses | Bluing with electric heating units; 909(TM); Boiling Water; B.O.N.(TM) |
| Depth | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Length | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
| Material | Black iron |
| Width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Working Depth | about 5 in |
Pros
- 9-inch deep tank design provides extra working depth for bluing tasks
- Compatible with Brownells electric heating units for bluing use
- Also suitable for 909(TM), boiling water, and B.O.N.(TM)
- Black iron construction is clearly specified in the product data
- Generous 40-inch length supports longer parts and solutions
- Holds 7 1/4 gallons of solution for larger bluing jobs
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for bluing and related heating-unit use, so it is a specialized tank rather than a general-purpose container.
- The listed 9" depth leaves about 5" of working depth, which may matter when planning part size or solution volume.
- At 40" long and 6" wide, the footprint is long and narrow, so it may require dedicated bench or shop space.
- The product is described as black iron, which is appropriate for the intended use but may not suit applications that call for other materials.
Suggested Comparisons
- Deep bluing tanks
- Bluing heating units
- Boiling tanks
- Gun finishing equipment
Suggested Accessories
- Electric heating unit
- Bluing solution
- Boiling water tank accessories
- Tank cover
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this tank designed for?
This is a deep bluing tank intended for use with electric heating units. The description also says it can be used for 909(TM), boiling water, and B.O.N.(TM).
What are the tank’s listed dimensions?
The listed dimensions are 6 inches wide, 9 inches deep, and 40 inches long.
How much solution does it hold?
It holds 7 1/4 gallons of solution.
What working depth does the tank provide?
The description says it leaves a working depth of about 5 inches.
What material is the tank made from?
The specs list black iron.