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Balloon Time Mini Helium Tank

$30.99

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About this item

Highlights

  • Perfect for parents, realtors, teachers, and anyone celebrating life’s little moments
  • Great for a mini balloon bouquet, gift add-on, table setup, or photo op
  • Ideal for spontaneous celebrations, milestones, school events, or “just because” days
  • Inflates helium-filled balloons for small-scale decorating at home or on-the-go
  • Lightweight and portable (just 2 lbs!); easy to store or carry in a tote
  • Contains 5.8 ft³ of helium/air mixture

Description

Celebrating something small, sweet, or totally spontaneous? The Balloon Time Mini Helium Tank is made for mini moments: the quick wins, surprise pick-me-ups, and the celebrations that don’t need a big setup to feel big. This lightweight, portable helium tank for balloons is easy to use and ready to go wherever the party takes you.

Just remove the cap by pulling the tab all the way around (like a whipped cream canister!), place your balloon on the black nozzle, hold in place, and gently tilt the nozzle to fill. Pro tip: stop inflating when your balloon looks like an egg, not a lightbulb. Overfilling can reduce float time or cause balloons to pop.

Under the best party conditions, helium floats standard latex balloons for 5 to 7 hours. For happiest results, inflate balloons 1 to 2 hours before your event and keep them indoors, away from heat or direct sunlight. Want to float even longer? Treat your latex balloons with an additive like HI-FLOAT (sold separately) before filling, and make sure you're using helium-grade balloons, not air-fill only.

Before you float off into party mode, here’s one last thing to keep in mind: balloon size really matters. This tank fills up to (20) 9-inch latex balloons, (16) 12-inch latex balloons, or (15) 18-inch foil balloons. Most latex balloons sold today are 12 inches, which use more helium than the smaller 9-inch ones. Your count may vary depending on how full you inflate or if any balloons pop.

We’ve spent more than 40 years making helium celebrations simple. When you're ready to party, we're ready to help.
Dimensions (Overall): 3.5 Inches (L), 1.9 Inches (W)
Suggested Age: Adult
Package Quantity: 12
Party subtype: Helium Balloon Tank
Material: Metal
Battery: No Battery Used
Street Date: March 12, 2025
TCIN: 94148487
UPC: 014045449601
Item Number (DPCI): 053-03-0034
Origin: Made in the USA
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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 3.5 inches length x 3.67 inches width x 13.4 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.7 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO, Alaska, Hawaii

Return details

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This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
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Q: What would happen if you inhaled it?

submitted by RandoGuyo - 13 days ago
  • A: Inhaling helium might seem funny because it temporarily changes your voice, but it’s actually unsafe and not recommended.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 11 days ago
    Brand expert

Q: What age group is the tank suggested for?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
  • A: The tank is suggested for adult use, making it ideal for party planners and event organizers.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
    Ai generated

Q: What is the material of the helium tank?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
  • A: The tank is made from metal and contains 65% recycled aluminum.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
    Ai generated

Q: Is the tank portable for events?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
  • A: Yes, the lightweight aluminum tank is designed to fit in totes and bags for easy transport.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
    Ai generated

Q: How long do filled balloons float?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
  • A: Standard 9-inch latex balloons float for about 5-7 hours with the helium mixture.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
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Q: How many balloons can the tank fill?

submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
  • A: The tank can fill up to 20, 9-inch latex balloons, 10, 12-inch latex balloons, or 11, 18-inch round foil balloons.

    submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 1 month ago
    Ai generated

Q: Will this be able to fill (4) 32" balloons?

submitted by LP - 4 months ago
  • A: No. The Balloon Time Mini Helium Tank will not reliably fill (4) 32" balloons. The Mini Tank is designed for smaller balloons and its estimated capacities are: • Up to (9) 12" latex balloons • Up to (10) 18" foil balloons Because 32" balloons require much more helium, the Mini Tank cannot fill four of them to full float. For balloons that large you would need a larger helium tank such as the Medium or Jumbo.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 4 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: In the specifications, it states that this would fill (11) - 18 inch foil balloons if that is correct would this work on 1) 33" Foil Balloon, (2) 18" Square Shape foil and (2) 18" regular ? 

submitted by D - 8 months ago
  • A: -D Thanks for your question! Based on the specs stating it can fill approximately (11) 18-inch foil balloons, here’s a rough breakdown: One 33" foil balloon typically uses the same amount of helium as about 3–4 18" balloons. Two 18" square-shaped foil balloons = about 2 standard 18" balloons. Two regular 18" foil balloons = 2 more. That totals around 7–8 standard 18" balloon equivalents, so yes, the Balloon Time Mini Helium Tank should be able to fill that mix — assuming all balloons are properly sealed and none overinflated.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 8 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is the tank refillable?

submitted by Sunny - 8 months ago
  • A: Hello and thank you for your question. No, these are not refillable but they are recyclable.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 8 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Hi, will this inflate a 40 inch Mylar balloon? Thank you

submitted by bjbouch - 9 months ago
  • A: Hello and thank you for your question. The Balloon Time Mini is unlikely to fully inflate a 40-inch Mylar balloon on its own. For a balloon that size, you’d need a larger helium tank (like the standard or jumbo size), or consider having it filled at a party store.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 9 months ago
    Brand expert
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[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m not sure if there is an issue with the tank I received but my mine did not cause any of the balloons I inflated to float. It did put air in the balloons but once I released the balloons floated to the ground. I only blew 3 balloons. One popped and the others aren’t floating. So unfortunately I do not find this tank to be worth it.
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Thanks for your feedback—we’re sorry to hear you didn’t get as many balloons inflated as expected. Our Mini Tank is designed for the “Mini Moments” to fill approximately 20 nine-inch latex balloons. However, many latex balloons sold today are 11” or 12" in size, and larger balloons require more helium to fill. Our Mini tank will fill up to nine 12” balloons[SH4.1]. If you need more balloons, we recommend our Medium or Jumbo tank. Have more questions? We’re happy to help at balloontime@wthg.com! 🎈
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[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Does helium tank on the go is easily stable I just put in a little bin and go out my day. Doesn’t take much space at all the one thing I would say is make sure your balloons are straight up when filling it up because it does make a loud squeaking noise if not, and it’s like rubbing on the balloon, but other than that, I do get this a 10 out of 10 and find it really useful for birthday parties.
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Oh no—sorry to hear your balloons didn’t float! 🎈 We know how frustrating that can be, especially when you’re trying to celebrate something special. One common culprit? Some balloons are made just for air—not helium—so they won’t float even if they’re inflated with a helium tank. We recommend checking the balloon packaging or label to confirm that they’re helium-compatible. Still unsure? We’re here to help! Send us a photo or a quick note at balloontime@wthg.com, and we’ll take a look. We want to help you get the most out of your celebration.
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