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9.5" Medium Helium Balloon Kit: Balloon Time Multicolor Steel Tank for All Occasions - 2 of 49.5" Medium Helium Balloon Kit: Balloon Time Multicolor Steel Tank for All Occasions - 3 of 49.5" Medium Helium Balloon Kit: Balloon Time Multicolor Steel Tank for All Occasions - 4 of 4
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9.5" Medium Helium Balloon Kit: Balloon Time Multicolor Steel Tank for All Occasions

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$34.99

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WARNING: choking hazard - children under 8 can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision required

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About this item

Highlights

  • Perfect for parents, party hosts, teachers, and anyone decorating for mid-size celebrations
  • Great for creating a statement piece, table decor, or a couple smaller balloon bouquets
  • Ideal for birthdays, baby showers, classroom parties, graduation dinners, and more
  • Inflates helium balloons for small to medium at-home or on-the-go celebrations
  • Easy-to-use, portable helium tank
  • Contains 8.9 ft³ of helium/air mixture; includes a spool of white ribbon + assorted latex balloons

Description

Whether you're celebrating a birthday, classroom party, or even book club night, the Balloon Time Medium Helium Tank makes it easy to float your fun. It's just the right size for a couple small to medium balloon bouquets or a festive statement piece without going overboard.

Just turn the green valve (4 full turns to open), slide your balloon onto the black nozzle, and gently press down to fill. Pro tip: stop inflating when your balloon looks like an egg, not a lightbulb. Overfilling can shorten 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 (25) 12-inch latex balloons, (27) 18-inch foil balloons, (4) 36-inch foil numbers, or the (50) 9-inch latex balloons included in this kit. 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.

For birthday gifting and party decorating, pair your balloons with a gift bag, tissue paper, birthday card, or wrapping paper to complete the celebration.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.75 Inches (L), 9.75 Inches (W)
Suggested Age: Adult Use Only
CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_balloon
Package Quantity: 1
Party subtype: Helium Balloon Tank
Material: Steel
Battery: No Battery Used
TCIN: 13567277
UPC: 014045471442
Item Number (DPCI): 053-03-0866
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
If the item details aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 9.88 inches length x 10 inches width x 17.24 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 6.38 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

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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: How many 12" balloon can the 8.9 cu ft helium kit can fill? I have about 60 12" balloon.

submitted by davida - 7 years ago
  • A: the tank can fill about fifteen 12 inch latex balloons

    submitted bySteven - 1 year ago
  • A: I can tell you we did 12 balloons and the tank was empty.

    submitted bySconns - 1 year ago
  • A: Hello, and thank you for your question. Our standard tank is designed to fill 30 nine-inch balloons, or 16 eleven-inch or mylar balloons. Our Jumbo tank is designed to fill 50, nine-inch balloons or 27, eleven-inch or mylar balloons. If you have any additional questions, please contact us at: BalloonTime@WothingtonIndustries.com or via Facebook Messenger. Thank you.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 7 years ago
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  • A: Today I was able to fill 20 of the 50 12" balloons I have

    submitted byMeowgirl - 7 years ago

Q: Can I take it to El Salvador by plane

submitted by Leonor - 9 years ago
  • A: No

    submitted byBalloonTime - 10 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: You should probably contact the airlines with this question.

    submitted bymsmot219 - 9 years ago
  • A: Although the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) does not specify helium tanks, it refers to campers' propane tanks, et al., as follows: "Empty propane or gas cylinders are allowed in checked or carry-on bags as long as our officers can see inside." In other words, you would have to remove the valve and regulator/inflator, which, of course, would mean that the helium would escape! So, the answer would seem to be, "You cannot take this or any other kind of closed cylinder on board."

    submitted byskaizun - 8 years ago
  • A: yeah you can for sure

    submitted byabc123 - 8 years ago
  • A: Probably too late for the original poster, but hopefully this is useful to future inquiries. Helium is a non-flammable compressed gas, and as such is categorized as a Division 2.2 hazardous material in the United States and Division 2.2 dangerous good in El Salvador. Such articles can be offered as cargo on aircraft, but cannot be brought on board by passengers nor offered in checked baggage. There are certain exceptions (see 49 CFR 175.10) but helium for balloons is not among those exceptions.

    submitted byHazmat Lawyer - 7 years ago

Q: Is ther air mixed with the helium?

submitted by Mirandco24 - 9 years ago
  • A: Yes, the tank says (in Spanish) that it is a mix of air and not less than 80% helium.

    submitted bynetnuevo - 9 years ago
  • A: No I don't believe so

    submitted byAmeljoog - 9 years ago
  • A: 80/20

    submitted byBalloonTime - 10 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: The box is a lie!! This tank is 80% air and 20% helium. The balloons float for less than 30 minutes or never float at all! Complete trash!!

    submitted byApproved item - 2 years ago

Q: Is this tank refillable? IF I run out of helium, am I able to refill the tank?

submitted by Cheryl - 9 years ago
  • A: No it is not refillable

    submitted byBs917 - 9 years ago
  • A: No

    submitted byBalloonTime - 10 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: No it’s not refillable. After you ran out of helium all you can do is to recycle it. (What a waste. I know)

    submitted byHfdallas - 9 years ago

Q: What colors of balloons that come with it? Thanks!

submitted by Mightywu - 9 years ago
  • A: it's a variety of colors - green, blue, orange, yellow, red, purple, pink

    submitted byfloridahoya - 9 years ago
  • A: A variety of colors

    submitted byBalloonTime - 10 months ago
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Q: How long is the tank good for between purchase and the first fill-up? In other words, if I buy it now will it lose any effectiveness between now and Valentine's day?

submitted by rogue13 - 9 years ago
  • A: Helium does not expire

    submitted byBalloonTime - 10 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: It doesn't loose any effectiveness while in storage. Had mine for months and use every now and then to fill up a balloon and still works fine.

    submitted byMels2310 - 9 years ago

Q: Where can it be disposed of as it is a gas ? as I believe it cant be thrown into the rubbish?

submitted by New Parent - 9 years ago
  • A: There are instructions on how to recycle it. There’s a spot to puncture a hole with a hammer and screwdriver then you use a permanent marker to indicate that it’s been emptied. It’s not that difficult.

    submitted bymjl411 - 9 years ago
  • A: The instructions say to remove all air from the tank, first, using the nozzle as if you were blowing up additional balloons (I suggest you do this in a well-ventilated area, as direct exposure to helium is considered a potential health threat), then, punch a hole in the unit where specified (it's a ring near the top of the unit), then circle the punctured rink with a permanent marker and write the word "EMPTY" above it. You may NOT be able to dispose of it through your regular trash/recyclable pick-ups, so you may be forced to bring it to a local metal recycler/salvager/junk yard, who MAY pay you for whatever the metal (steel) is worth. Or call your local trash/recycle yard to see if they'll accept a delivery (n.b., some will accept such for free, but some may charge you for the privilege).

    submitted byskaizun - 8 years ago

Q: Is this tank refillable?

submitted by yogameg29 - 9 years ago
  • A: No it isn't refillable.

    submitted byAmeljoog - 9 years ago
  • A: No

    submitted byBalloonTime - 10 months ago
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Q: How many will one tank blow up?

submitted by Ashley - 10 years ago
  • A: "The tank is recyclable and fills up to (30) 9” latex balloons, (16) 11” latex balloons or (16) 18” foil/Mylar balloons."

    submitted byJess - 9 years ago
  • A: Thanks for your feedback—we’re sorry to hear you didn’t get as many balloons inflated as expected. Our Medium Tank is designed to fill approximately 30 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 medium tank will fill up to sixteen 12” balloons. Have more questions? Feel free to reach out to balloontime@wthg.com and our team will be happy to assist! 🎈

    submitted byBalloonTime - 10 months ago
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Q: what is the weight for this heliuim tank

submitted by jo - 2 months ago
  • A: The 9.5" Balloon Time Medium Helium Balloon Kit has an approximate shipping weight of 5.7 pounds (2.6 kg). The tank is lightweight and portable, making it easy to transport and use for parties and events.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 2 months ago
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Guests are saying

This helium tank is designed for convenience, making it easy to inflate balloons for parties and celebrations. Many guests appreciate its portability and ease of use, especially for small gatherings. However, there are concerns about the longevity of the helium, as some balloons deflate quickly. Overall, it serves well for immediate needs but may not be ideal for long-term decorations.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    3.0 out of 5 stars with 4017 reviews
    quality: 2.18 out of 5
    value: 2.14 out of 5
    28% would recommend
    1589 recommendations
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    10 September, 2026Verified purchase

    Waste of money

    I suspect the concentration of the gas in this tank is mostly oxygen. The initial set of balloons barely had any float. A few days later, I filled another balloon and it didn’t float at all. At that rate, I could’ve used a bicycle pump or even my own lungs and saved the money.
    Natasha
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    4 out of 5 stars
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    7 September, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Seems it should have lasted longer.
    Nakia
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    6 September, 2026

    Defective

    It says to turn the valve 4 times. I can't turn the valve at all. In either direction. Beyond frustrating.
    confused
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    6 September, 2026

    Disappointed

    Don't bother with this. Our balloons barely stayed up for 3 hours. Disappointing quality.
    Christine
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    6 September, 2026Verified purchase

    Ruined gender reveal

    Ruined my gender reveal. My children opened the box and the balloons never floated up. Very unhappy. Don't recommend
    CD
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    5 September, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    It runs out so fast and is so expensive. I was very disappointed.
    Kerri
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    5 September, 2026

    Do not buy!

    Don’t buy this garbage. Balloons only stay up for half a day, and it does not fill all the balloons! Waste of money. I would buy a air pump and fill the balloons and hang them upside down from ceiling. Very disappointing being from Target too! It just hangs instead of float…
    Leila
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    5 September, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    It doesn’t keep the ballon’s with the helium. They inflated less than an hour. Bad quality
    Angelica
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    31 August, 2026

    (no review title)

    Didn’t work whatsoever. Balloons fell straight to the ground
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 11 days ago
    Hi there! We're sorry your balloons didn’t float as long as you expected — we know every moment of celebration matters! Latex balloons typically float 5–7 hours, but things like heat, humidity, balloon age and quality, and over- or under-inflation can shorten float time. It’s also important to make sure you pull the knot tight to seal the balloon. For a longer float time, use HI-FLOAT (sold separately), which coats the inside of latex balloons and helps them float longer. We’re here to help get your celebration back on track—just reach out to us anytime at balloontime@wthg.com. 🎈
    brionna
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    29 August, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    This is my second time using one of these, and I don’t even think it has much helium in the tank. Small balloons fall quickly, and foil balloons never float. I end up popping them. As expensive as this is, I’m pretty disappointed.
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 11 days ago
    Hi there, We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create. Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between. We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime@wthg.com so we can assist directly. Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. 🎈
    Kathryn
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    28 August, 2026Verified purchase

    Poor packaging

    Couldn’t even open the valve. Tried everything.
    AG
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    1 out of 5 stars
    28 August, 2026Verified purchase

    Balloons dont last for more than an hour

    Balloons starting coming down during the first half of my child’s party. Dissappointing
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 11 days ago
    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! 🎈
    Rosita
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    27 August, 2026

    Ruined the vibe

    Didn’t fill the proper amount of balloons
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 11 days ago
    Thanks for your feedback—we’re sorry to hear you didn’t get as many balloons inflated as expected. Our Medium Tank is designed to fill approximately 30 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 medium tank will fill up to sixteen 12” balloons. Have more questions? Feel free to reach out to balloontime@wthg.com and our team will be happy to assist! 🎈
    KARENM
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 3 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    24 August, 2026Verified purchase

    Birthday Surprise!

    Really happy that this item was available. Very convenient and this was used to inflate the foil balloons for my granddaughter’s birthday! Besides the foil balloons we also inflated the latex as well. She was thrilled to see all these balloons floating the morning of her birthday.
    Gloria
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    23 August, 2026Verified purchase

    balloons fell after 7 hours

    This canister is good if you fill you balloons right before the party, but the balloons fell within 7 hours. Luckily I hadn't prepped and blown them up the night before.
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 15 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback. Our packaging lists an approximate float time of 5 to 7 hours for latex balloons, so what you experienced is within the expected range. For best results, we recommend filling balloons as close to the start of your event as possible. We appreciate you sharing your experience and hope this information helps with planning for future celebrations.
    aperson
    quality: 3 out of 5
    value: 3 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    22 August, 2026Verified purchase

    Not as expected

    This didn’t do as many balloons as stated and lasted (in the house) a few hours before deflating
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 18 days ago
    Thanks for your feedback—we’re sorry to hear you didn’t get as many balloons inflated as expected. Our Medium Tank is designed to fill approximately 30 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 medium tank will fill up to sixteen 12” balloons. Have more questions? Feel free to reach out to balloontime@wthg.com and our team will be happy to assist! 🎈
    Egglious
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    2 out of 5 stars
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    22 August, 2026

    A waste of money. Also to add how is it that I blow up one number and it doesn't even float it's sitting on my chair....

    Nowhere close to 30 balloons not even 20….
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 18 days ago
    We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create. Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between. We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime@wthg.com so we can assist directly. Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. 🎈
    Bad
    quality: 2 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    21 August, 2026

    (no review title)

    Don't waste your time. I'm not sure what they're putting in that tank anymore but it isn't just helium. I bout a tank that was supposed to fill 50 balloons. I filled 30 and only 7 are still floating. For $50, I am SO irritated. I won't be buying another one, and now my son's birthday will be sans balloons. Don't waste your money.
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 18 days ago
    We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create. Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between. We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime@wthg.com so we can assist directly. Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. 🎈
    Ashley
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    21 August, 2026

    Don't waste $40

    Biggest waste of $40 you will ever spend. I wish I would have seen the reviews. If you manage to get the balloons to float, they will last an hour at most, and we couldn’t get our foil number to float at all.
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 18 days ago
    We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create. Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between. We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime@wthg.com so we can assist directly. Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. 🎈
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    18 August, 2026

    Used or faulty??

    I filled up 2 10”inch balloons and the helium was finished!!
    1 reply from BalloonTime team - 22 days ago
    Thanks for your feedback—we’re sorry to hear you didn’t get as many balloons inflated as expected. Our Medium Tank is designed to fill approximately 30 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 medium tank will fill up to sixteen 12” balloons. Have more questions? Feel free to reach out to balloontime@wthg.com and our team will be happy to assist!
    Felix
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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