Max. capacity
The largest volume of the container supplied with the kit. For sets (see "Type") in this case, the capacity of the largest container is indicated, for all other types — the actual nominal volume. Useful volume may be somewhat less, because. not all containers and not in all cases can be stuffed “under the very lid”. However, this difference is small, and this figure characterizes the capacity of the product well.
Estimating the amount of food that can fit inside, we can proceed from the fact that 1 liter of volume approximately corresponds to 1 – 1.2 kg of soup or a tightly packed product (for example, mashed potatoes) or 700 – 800 g of food, divided into pieces and not packed very tightly (for example, fried potatoes or salad). A large container takes up more space, and too little food can hang around inside, which usually does not contribute to safety. Therefore, too large a volume is just as undesirable as too small.
Dimensions (HxWxD)
Container dimensions in height, width and depth; for round containers (see "Shape") after the height, only one size is indicated — the diameter. Information about the dimensions allows you to evaluate the proportions of the container (in models of the same volume, they may be different) and determine what specific space it will need.
Shape
General shape of the container(s). Please note that extensive sets (see “Type”) may include containers of different shapes; for such cases, the option that most containers correspond to is usually indicated; the remaining options are given in the notes.
The most popular shapes are classic geometric shapes -
circle,
oval,
square,
rectangle. At the same time, containers that differ slightly in the length of the sides can also be classified as squares - if this difference is not noticeable to the eye. Non-standard containers are also produced, often they have an original design - for example, a semicircle with an orange slice coloring.
The shape determines the appearance, overall ease of placement of the container and ease of cleaning. So, for example, round containers have a minimum of corners, and some are generally made in the shape of a hemisphere - which makes them easier to clean compared to square and rectangular ones. On the other hand, square and rectangular containers are most useful when storing in tight spaces, such as a busy refrigerator - they can be stacked as tightly as possible, side by side, whereas round containers will inevitably have gaps between them.
