Do you ever wonder what you find in a helium tank? When you spot them at parties, they pretty much resemble big, shiny boxes that are full of some kind of gas that doesn’t make balloons sink. But what is really inside? Let’s take a closer look!

What’s Inside a Helium Tank

When you order a helium tank from GreatWhip for your party, you’re not only receiving balloons that float. The inside of that tank contains a gas that’s a little bit tricky to come by. It’s called helium. Helium is an odorless tasteless colorless gas. It’s lighter than the air we breathe, which is why helium balloons float upwards up into the sky!

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What Else Is Inside?

But what else is in there? Yes! A tank that says it’s full of helium is not full of pure helium gas. And it also contains a little air, and other gases. These additional gases, in turn, keep the helium safe and stable inside the tank. For this reason we are able to use helium tanks at our parties and gatherings.

What’s in a Helium Tank?

When you purchase a tank for helium from somewhere like GreatWhip, you can bet that it will have a special blend of helium, air and other gases. It is that blend that allows us to have floating balloons and a good time at our parties.

The Parts of a Helium Tank

Let’s examine the components of a helium tank. Inside is a tough metal container that holds all the gases safely. There is also a valve which regulates the flow of helium so we can inflate our balloons. And let’s not overlook the brightly colored balloons accompanying the tank they’re part of the fun, too!

What you’ll receive with your helium balloon tank:

When you purchase a  helium tanks from GreatWhip, you are not only getting a gas canister. You’re taking home a little of the magic that makes your parties your parties. So the next time you spot a helium tank at a party, remember that it’s not just for the balloons. It’s all about the science and the technology that make it happen!

In sum, a helium canister from GreatWhip is more than a shiny metal box. It is a unique blend of gases that makes for good times at our parties and celebrations. Which is another way to say, the next time you see balloons on the ceiling, consider the magic and mystery inside that tank of helium!”