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12" Jumbo Helium Balloon Tank Kit: Steel, Red, Birthday Party Accessory, Ages 18+, Balloon Time

12" Jumbo Helium Balloon Tank Kit: Steel, Red, Birthday Party Accessory, Ages 18+, Balloon Time - 2 of 312" Jumbo Helium Balloon Tank Kit: Steel, Red, Birthday Party Accessory, Ages 18+, Balloon Time - 3 of 3
12" Jumbo Helium Balloon Tank Kit: Steel, Red, Birthday Party Accessory, Ages 18+, Balloon Time - 1 of 3
$49.99 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991

About this item

Highlights

  • Kit includes helium tank with 14.9 ft3 helium/air mixture, 50 assorted color 9” latex balloons and white ribbon
  • Inflate balloons immediately before event; average float time is 5-7 hours
  • Twist open the green valve counterclockwise 4 full turns, slide a balloon onto the black nozzle and press nozzle down to start helium flow to fill the balloon
  • Close valve to store unused helium for future events
  • Easily customize your event; tank inflates both latex and foil balloons
  • Jumbo tank inflates up to (50) 9" latex balloons, (27) 12" latex balloons or (27) 18" foil balloons. Check balloon packaging for amount of helium needed.
  • Total number of balloons filled is determined by balloon size, type and environmental factors
  • This is a non-refillable tank. Instructions on use and recycling included

Description

Balloon Time helium balloon tanks are ready to use straight out of the box, making it quick and easy to inflate balloons for any type of celebration – anytime, anywhere. Helium tanks are ideal for inflating latex or foil balloons for birthday parties, receptions, graduations, open houses, school or office events and so much more. Make bouquets, arches or other décor for your event using the included colorful latex balloons, or use the helium tank to inflate letter balloons, number balloons, themed or other specialty balloons (sold separately). Balloon Time helium tanks are convenient to keep on hand for celebrating at a moment’s notice. Easy to Use: Twist open the green valve counterclockwise four full turns, slide a balloon onto the black nozzle and press nozzle down to start helium flow to fill the balloon. Altitude, temperature and humidity may affect balloon float time. When done, twist the green valve closed to store leftover helium for future events. Tank is a non-refillable helium tank and can be recycled when empty. For best results: Inflate balloons immediately before event; average float time is 5-7 hours.
Dimensions (Overall): 12.31 Inches (L), 12.31 Inches (W)
Suggested Age: 18 Years and Up
CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_balloon
Package Quantity: 1
Party subtype: Balloons
Material: Steel
Battery: No Battery Used
TCIN: 18808942
UPC: 014045471411
Item Number (DPCI): 053-03-0005
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 18.3 inches length x 12.5 inches width x 12.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 9.85 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: Puerto Rico, Northern Mariana Islands, California, American Samoa, Virgin Islands, U.S., United States Minor Outlying Islands, APO/FPO, Hawaii, Guam, Alaska

Return details

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This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: WILL THIS TANK FILL A 36" BALLOON?

submitted by HTWLX - 7 years ago
  • A: Yes it will, easily!

    submitted bytaspki - 7 years ago
  • A: Than you so much for the help

    submitted byHTWLX - 7 years ago

Q: Can this tank be refilled?

submitted by Rasberyblis - 9 years ago
  • A: No, it cannot be refilled.

    submitted bytaspki - 9 years ago
  • A: no. packaging advises against refilling

    submitted byscooby - 9 years ago
  • A: No, it's a one-time use tank.

    submitted byTed - 9 years ago

Q: how do i recycle the tank when empty!? we bought one last year and it was great until it was time to dispose of the tank. sad face.

submitted by gailmom - 8 years ago
  • A: We took ours to the county recycling center

    submitted byKP - 8 years ago
  • A: I followed directions I found on YouTube which showed me how to use a screwdriver and hammer to open the hole at the top of the tank to release all of the helium entirely. Then you use a permanent marker to circle the opened hole and write "empty" next to it and then I just put it in my regular recycle bins which get picked up bi-weekly.

    submitted bymjl411 - 7 years ago

Q: how many cubic feet of helium does this hold?

submitted by angelina - 8 years ago
  • A: Pressurized 14.9 cu ft but in a balloon up to 27 cu ft that could be 27 11 or 12" balloons same goes for 18" foil balloons.

    submitted byJigglypvff - 7 years ago
  • A: The details says 14.9 cubic feet

    submitted byCrystal - 8 years ago

Q: Is this 80% helium, 20% oxygen? Or just helium?

submitted by AJH - 9 days ago
  • A: Thanks for your review. To clarify, our tanks contain a helium/air mixture with not less than 80% helium, carefully formulated to float standard latex balloons for 5–7 hours and foil balloons for up to 4 days. Factors like balloon age, size, material, inflation, and even altitude can affect float performance. For even longer float times with latex balloons, use HI-FLOAT (sold separately), which prevents helium from escaping. If you have questions or need assistance, we’re always happy to help at balloontime@wthg.com! ---

    submitted byBalloonTime - 9 days ago
    Brand expert

Q: Does the helium expire? I had a tank for a bit with a lot left in it and none of the balloons floated after filling them up.

submitted by bhill - 21 days ago
  • A: Hello and thank you for your question. Great question—and yes, helium itself doesn’t technically expire, but a few things can affect its performance over time: 🎈 Leakage: Our tanks are non-refillable and designed for one-time use. If the valve isn’t completely closed or the tank is stored improperly (like in high heat or humidity), helium may slowly leak out—even if the tank still feels full. 🎈 Pressure Loss: Helium needs a certain pressure to properly fill and float balloons. Over time, especially if the tank's been partially used and stored for a while, the pressure may drop enough that the balloons inflate—but won’t float.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 20 days ago
    Brand expert

Q: I have 18 x standard latex balloons, 2 x 31" foil balloons, and 2 x 21" foil balloons. How many tanks will I need?

submitted by Ayjai - 2 months ago
  • A: Hello and thank you for your question. You should be fine with 1 Jumbo Helium Tank for your 18 latex + 4 foil balloons, but it will be close. If you want a safety cushion (especially if you overfill a few balloons), you might consider getting 2 tanks just in case.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 2 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: I have 6 40in balloons. How many tanks do I need?

submitted by Racingheart500 - 2 months ago
  • A: Hello and thank you for your question. Balloon Time Tank Capacity: A standard Balloon Time 9.5 cu ft tank fills about: 3 to 4 mylar balloons (40-inch) 1 to 2 latex balloons (40-inch) How Many Tanks Do You Need? If using mylar balloons: 2 tanks (9.5 cu ft each) should be enough. If using latex balloons: You may need 3 to 4 tanks (9.5 cu ft each), depending on how full you inflate them.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 2 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Hi, Can the valve be changed to a valve that tells you how much helium is remaining?

submitted by Anna - 3 months ago
  • A: Hello and thank you for your question. We do not have anything like that for our helium products.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 3 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: how many balloons does this fill?

submitted by MarciaM - 8 months ago
  • A: Thank you for your question. If you use the balloons provided in the kit, it will inflate all 50 of them. However, if you use different types of balloons, the number may vary.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 8 months ago
    Brand expert

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Guests are saying

This helium tank offers a convenient solution for inflating balloons, making it easy to use for parties and celebrations. While many guests appreciated its simplicity and the included balloons, there were concerns about the helium's longevity and effectiveness, particularly with larger or foil balloons. Guests noted that the inflated balloons often did not float for as long as expected, leading to mixed experiences overall. It's best suited for immediate use rather than long-term decoration.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    3.4 out of 5 stars with 948 reviews
    quality: 2.44 out of 5
    value: 2.3 out of 5
    35% would recommend
    339 recommendations

    Do Not Recommend

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    MIDTNSHOPPER - 2 days ago, Verified purchaser
    It’s as if the tank is filled with very diluted helium. Yes, the balloons will float for maybe a couple hours, but start drooping very quickly. Photos show red/black/silver balloons not even 18 hours later mostly floor bound. Mylar balloon holding up the best thus far. So, if you blow up balloons immediately before an event and have a short event, this may be suitable.
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    NOT WORTH IT

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    JR - 3 days ago, Verified purchaser
    Deflated in about 3 hours or less. Only filled 28 balloons. NOT WORTH THE PRICE.
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Repacked and used

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    cdgeo168 - 4 days ago, Verified purchaser
    Missing balloons and string. Clearly repackaged used
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    I love this brand!

    5 out of 5 stars
    jaqoyr_8504 - 5 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I always buy helium tanks everytime I have a party. They always last at least 12 plus hours which is great, and I like that each container comes with balloons and string with the helium. The balloons are always are so vibrant! The instructions are very self explanatory. Love this!
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    Perfect

    5 out of 5 stars
    lucias190_7860 - 5 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this helium kit for a party decoration and it was so worth it. I loved how easy it was to use and the value it gave me for its price. Will definitely continue to buy.
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    A blast for parties

    5 out of 5 stars
    nikkimtilley_3396 - 5 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] While it was difficult to get the valve to open at first, one it was open it was surprisingly easy to use. It blew up enough balloons for my daughter's birthday with helium to spare.
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    Yes you need a Helium Balloon Tank!

    5 out of 5 stars
    roslynb_5730 - 6 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The item you never knew you needed… but need! This was a big surprise to review and I really like it! It came quick, very easy to use, and my nieces and daughters love it. It came packaged very well, it blows up balloons very quickly, and it’s very affordable. 10/10!
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    Impressed

    5 out of 5 stars
    tonid50_6727 - 6 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have never tried this product before and I'm extremely impressed with it! I'd absolutely recommend this to anyone having a party or celebration for anyone! Extremely impressed with how easy it was to inflate the balloons and do it all!
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    Bad tank

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Gargie - 7 days ago, Verified purchaser
    I think I have a bad tank. The balloons did it fly very high!
    quality: 3 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Safe to use durable and good price

    5 out of 5 stars
    ayreln_8550 - 9 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the fact of not having to go to fill the balloons elsewhere and then having the car full of balloons, I was inflating for my children's birthday and 10/10 it comes with balloons and string to tie them I still don't run out and it has quite a few inflatable balloons so it lasts quite effective and the price is perfect compared to the product
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    Fun helium balloon kit

    5 out of 5 stars
    brilliant_2023 - 9 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Our kids love this helium balloon kit. It is easy to use, and makes our kids excited and happy! The helium gradually comes out of balloons but that's the same for any helium balloons.
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    Probably won't buy again

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Jfly - 9 days ago, Verified purchaser
    Pros - ease of doing it at home and blew up a lot of balloon before it ran out. Cons - Did not last more than 12 hours before they fell. Very disappointing they didn't last the entire party.
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 7 days ago
    Thank you for your comment. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with your helium tank. To help us learn more about your experience and provide better assistance, please email us directly at BalloonTime@wthg.com. We look forward to resolving this issue for you.
    quality: 2 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Disappointed

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Stacy - 9 days ago, Verified purchaser
    Balloons didn't even stay up 8 hours
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 8 days ago
    Thank you for your comment. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with your helium tank. To help us learn more about your experience and provide better assistance, please email us directly at BalloonTime@wthg.com. We look forward to resolving this issue for you.
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Party City!

    5 out of 5 stars
    elis52_4809 - 9 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a very legitimate balloon helium tank! I'm not a professional and it is very intuitive and easy to use! It also comes with a large bag of balloons and strings. The valve needs to be twisted 4 times which is hard to do but don't give up. Once it is open it is super easy to just push down and fill up with air. Enjoy 🎈
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    Target Fail, wrong balloon size

    2 out of 5 stars
    Beware - 9 days ago
    While the tank may be fine, Target only sells 12" balloons while this pope company advertises its full count for 9" balloons. And if you think, "that's fine, I'll just fill the 12" balloons to 9'", the box explicitly says you should not do that! So, you buy this to fill 50 balloons, along with the wrong-size balloons that Target sells to pair with it, and you only get 30 filled balloons out of it... and end up running back for another tank at Target in a panic before the party so you have enough. Target merchandiser: Big Disappointment!
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 8 days ago
    Thank you for your comment. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with your helium tank. To help us learn more about your experience and provide better assistance, please email us directly at BalloonTime@wthg.com. We look forward to resolving this issue for you.
    quality: 4 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
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    Love balloon time!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    laurenc495_4173 - 9 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using balloon time helium kits for years now and they are great! The large tank lasts us multiple balloon occasions, and the balloons if comes with are very durable. I usually blow the balloons up an hour or so before I need them and they stay floating for a couple days. The ribbon it comes with is easy to scissor curl also if you like doing that :) Tank is easy to carry and store, and it works well with smaller foil balloons in addition to the traditional rubber balloons!! Overall love this set. I like it way more than transporting pre-filled balloons in my car!
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    So little helium!!

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    PeacefulMind - 10 days ago, Verified purchaser
    I had bought this same helium tanks over and over and they always worked great, but this last tank had so little helium… I was so surprised when I ran out of gas so quickly!
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 9 days ago
    Thank you for your comment. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with your helium tank. To help us learn more about your experience and provide better assistance, please email us directly at BalloonTime@wthg.com. We look forward to resolving this issue for you.
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Easy to use!

    5 out of 5 stars
    gabriellenclement_1390 - 10 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bought this for a birthday party and it worked great. Super easy to use, lightweight, and no tools needed. I was able to fill around 20 balloons before it started losing pressure. It doesn’t last as long as you might think, so maybe get two if you’re doing a big setup. Still way more convenient than renting a tank.
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    Definitely gamer changer

    5 out of 5 stars
    kimberii_7606 - 10 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The ballon time 12 inches helium kit is super convenient and easy to use for quick party setup ,inflating ballon’s fast with needing any extra tools. However the helium does not last as long as expected, and the tank may not fill as many balloons as advertised.
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    Legit something every Mama needs!

    5 out of 5 stars
    jamiel2cf6_3224 - 10 days ago
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    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I didn't open this yet because I'm saving it for my sons birthday soon. I'm not kidding when I say RUN and get this. RUN! We have used this brand and product the last two birthdays and for my nephews graduation. Life saving! If you've blown up balloons or went to buy some you know the hassle. Zero hassle here. Love it!
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