UPDATE 12/30/2022: Have had this can and a smaller DOT "over-the-road" transport rated can for over 6 years now and I love them. Have had no issues at all. This is a lifetime product.
ORIGINAL REVIEW: I, like many people who store gasoline, had used those cheap plastic containers for years and have never felt safe with them. You may have heard the stories about how they can supposedly split under pressure or even explode since they have no spark arrestors in the spout. And the plastic IS porous allowing evaporation into the atmosphere over time. Read the forum comments on the later model C.A.R.B. approved cans. They leak gas when trying to use them and are just hard to use without spills--that doesn't help the environment nor make them safer to use. With the plastic jugs, I just was not comfortable having these things in my attached garage knowing they would truly fuel any fire once the plastic container melted.
I had first hand experience with the benefit of a metal container when I received news that my beloved street motorcycle (with a full tank of gas) had burned in a garage fire. When I inspected the charred remains of the frame and engine, to my surprise, the steel gas tank was STILL full of gas! Some of the aluminum pieces on the bike had melted and were laying in solidified puddles below the bike. But the tank was still intact. This had been a hot fire. But NO explosion or further fueling of the fire. Why? I've been told there is very little oxygen in a properly sealed gas container--the other component required for fire (or an explosion).
I had done my research looking at various metal gasoline can manufacturer's products and reading user comments. In my opinion, the Justrite safety can seemed to have the edge over its competitors with their safety features. There are the built-in filler and spout flame arrestors, and the AccuFlow feature that allows you to CONTROL the flow into any gas tank with the handle valve. It just seems to have all of the right components for a safety gas can besides being a strong robust container. They are designed to seal and prevent vapor loss, but also safely vent in a fire instead of bursting under the pressure of expanding vapor and fuel.
Yes, the cost of this model is three times the price of a plastic can, but what price do you place on safety? When I considered the cost to rebuild a home, or tragically that of a life, the decision was easy for me. They should last for many years and the company offers replacement parts if needed.
In practice, a metal can is going to add some additional weight when lifting. Slight folks, beware of this when choosing larger size cans. But on the plus side, it does easily dispense gasoline into my lawnmower and generator without spills (you may see a few drops drain from the spout however). Now when entering the garage I no longer smell gas fumes with these sealed cans. Build quality, materials and craftsmanship seem to be excellent. I can fully recommend the product.
**UPDATE 12/30/2022: Have had this can and a smaller
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100+ Years of Industrial Safety Solutions’ Expertise
Founded in 1906, Justrite is a global leader in manufacturing safety cans, safety cabinets, outdoor safety storage, spill containment, gas cylinder storage equipment, and a range of custom-engineered industrial safety solutions to take us into the next century.
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We design and manufacture every product to meet specific safety standards. By listening to our customers and staying involved in compliance committees, we’re able to deliver the highest-quality safety products.
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Features & Benefits of Justrite Type II AccuFlow Safety Can
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Exclusive Safe-Squeeze Trigger HandleSafe-Squeeze trigger handle provides the fastest, smoothest, most controlled pouring of any Type II Safety Can. |
100% Steel BodyConstructed of 24-gauge galvanized steel finished in an tough powdered paint that resists solvents and stands up to tough jobs. |
Flexible 9-inch HoseA flexible 9-inch hose, offers targeted pouring into small openings while providing a ground path to prevent static sparks when a grounding wire is used. |
Safely Store FuelMeets OSHA and NFPA Code requirements. UL & ULC listed and FM approved. |
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Among the safest gas cans available
Justrite makes tough, long lasting fuel cans with a variety of safety features not found in plastic fuel cans.Among this features are metal versus plastic, a removable spark arresting screen that prevents the can from exploding from a spark while pouring and spring loaded fuel flow stop handles. See the photos for a view of the spark arrestor.I’ve had the larger Justrite 5 gallon can seen in the photos since 2010 - no leaks, spills or problems.I just bought the smaller 2 gallon Justrite can for oil/gas mix for my 2 stroke lawn and garden tools that require an oil/gas mix.The one thing I wish Justrite would include would be stickers that say “Mixed fuel only” or “Gas/Oil mix only”. I ordered those stickers from Amazon for $6 for a pack of 4. Mixing up pure gasoline and oil/gas mix would make a mess of a 2 or 4 stoke engine if the wrong fuel is used.I’d never use cheap poly cans for gasoline. The Justrite cans are expensive but a LOT less expensive than a fire, 3rd degree burns or worse.I just ordered a Justrite 10 gallon oily rag waste safety can because I always have oil, gas or parts cleaner soaked paper towels and rags around my shop and proper storage of those items to prevent spontaneous combustion from oily rags/towels is imperative.Be smart and safe! Hope this helps.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2015
Color: RedSize: 5 GallonStyle: 1" SpoutPattern Name: CanVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2024
Color: RedSize: 2 GallonStyle: 5/8" SpoutPattern Name: CanVerified Purchase
Justrite makes tough, long lasting fuel cans with a variety of safety features not found in plastic fuel cans.
Among this features are metal versus plastic, a removable spark arresting screen that prevents the can from exploding from a spark while pouring and spring loaded fuel flow stop handles. See the photos for a view of the spark arrestor.
I’ve had the larger Justrite 5 gallon can seen in the photos since 2010 - no leaks, spills or problems.
I just bought the smaller 2 gallon Justrite can for oil/gas mix for my 2 stroke lawn and garden tools that require an oil/gas mix.
The one thing I wish Justrite would include would be stickers that say “Mixed fuel only” or “Gas/Oil mix only”. I ordered those stickers from Amazon for $6 for a pack of 4. Mixing up pure gasoline and oil/gas mix would make a mess of a 2 or 4 stoke engine if the wrong fuel is used.
I’d never use cheap poly cans for gasoline. The Justrite cans are expensive but a LOT less expensive than a fire, 3rd degree burns or worse.
I just ordered a Justrite 10 gallon oily rag waste safety can because I always have oil, gas or parts cleaner soaked paper towels and rags around my shop and proper storage of those items to prevent spontaneous combustion from oily rags/towels is imperative.
Be smart and safe! Hope this helps.
Among this features are metal versus plastic, a removable spark arresting screen that prevents the can from exploding from a spark while pouring and spring loaded fuel flow stop handles. See the photos for a view of the spark arrestor.
I’ve had the larger Justrite 5 gallon can seen in the photos since 2010 - no leaks, spills or problems.
I just bought the smaller 2 gallon Justrite can for oil/gas mix for my 2 stroke lawn and garden tools that require an oil/gas mix.
The one thing I wish Justrite would include would be stickers that say “Mixed fuel only” or “Gas/Oil mix only”. I ordered those stickers from Amazon for $6 for a pack of 4. Mixing up pure gasoline and oil/gas mix would make a mess of a 2 or 4 stoke engine if the wrong fuel is used.
I’d never use cheap poly cans for gasoline. The Justrite cans are expensive but a LOT less expensive than a fire, 3rd degree burns or worse.
I just ordered a Justrite 10 gallon oily rag waste safety can because I always have oil, gas or parts cleaner soaked paper towels and rags around my shop and proper storage of those items to prevent spontaneous combustion from oily rags/towels is imperative.
Be smart and safe! Hope this helps.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2014
Color: BlueSize: 2 GallonStyle: 5/8" SpoutPattern Name: CanVerified Purchase
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Scott in CA
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