Compact 4-Drawer Locking Lab Cart | HDPE Mobile Storage 51080

Compact 4-Drawer Locking Lab Cart Features

The TrippNT Compact 4-Drawer Locking Cart (SKU 51080, Global Blue) is constructed from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) with durable ACP interior liners, delivering superior resistance to acids, bases, solvents, and hospital-grade disinfectants. Unlike metal carts, HDPE construction eliminates corrosion risk entirely. Procurement teams gain a long-service-life asset requiring zero rust mitigation or repainting protocols.

A single-key locking system secures all four drawers simultaneously, meeting chain-of-custody requirements for regulated labs, clinical environments, and forensic facilities. Each drawer measures 11½" × 5¼" × 3⅜" (W×D×H) with HDPE fronts and ACP interiors for rigidity under load. The recessed tray top features a ½-inch barrier — ideal for staging laptops, notepads, or active samples without risk of items sliding off.

Four 3-inch casters (two locking, two swivel) provide stable, directional mobility across smooth lab flooring and roll smoothly over thresholds and elevator gaps. An ergonomic easy-grab push-pull handle enables single-hand maneuvering when fully loaded. Ships fully assembled — no setup time required upon delivery.

Available Sizes and Configurations

Technical Specifications

Laboratory Applications

This cart is purpose-built for clinical, forensic, pharmaceutical, and research laboratories requiring secure, mobile reagent and supply storage. Typical deployments include point-of-care supply staging, controlled substance storage in compliance-sensitive environments, and mobile tool organization in quality control labs. The HDPE body withstands daily wipe-downs with bleach, quaternary ammonium compounds, and 70% isopropyl alcohol.

Forensic labs and evidence processing units rely on the single-key locking mechanism to maintain chain-of-custody integrity during active case processing. Industrial QC departments deploy this cart for portable gauge, calibration tool, and PPE storage between workstations. Its compact footprint fits under standard lab benches, countertops, and desks — maximizing floor space in dense laboratory environments.

Made in the U.S.A.

The TrippNT Compact 4-Drawer Locking Cart is proudly manufactured in the United States at TrippNT's facility in Kansas City, Missouri, where the company has been engineering laboratory solutions since 1993. Domestic production ensures tighter quality control, shorter lead times, and supply chain reliability that imported alternatives cannot match. Purchasing U.S.-made equipment also supports institutional Buy American procurement policies and federal purchasing compliance programs.

100% Lifetime Guarantee

Every TrippNT Compact Cart sold through LabSupplies.com is backed by TrippNT's 100% Lifetime Guarantee — the industry's most comprehensive coverage for laboratory mobile storage. If your cart fails due to defects in materials or workmanship at any point during its service life, TrippNT will repair or replace it at no cost to you. Purchase with confidence knowing this is a permanent asset, not a consumable expense.

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Academic and Institutional Pricing

LabSupplies.com offers tiered institutional pricing for universities, hospital systems, government agencies, and multi-site laboratory networks purchasing the TrippNT Compact 4-Drawer Locking Cart (SKU 51080) in volume. Submit a purchase order or request a formal quote through the LabSupplies.com B2B portal for net-30 terms and quantity discount schedules. Educational and federal P-card orders are welcomed.

Product Documentation

• Technical data available upon request — contact LabSupplies.com for SDS and specification sheets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the TrippNT 51080 cart compatible with GMP and ISO laboratory standards?

Yes. The HDPE construction is non-porous, non-reactive, and fully compatible with standard laboratory decontamination protocols required under GMP and ISO 17025 environments. The single-key locking system supports chain-of-custody and access control documentation requirements common in regulated facilities.

What cleaning agents are safe to use on this cart?

All surfaces on the TrippNT Compact Cart can be cleaned with soap and water, 70% isopropyl alcohol, or hospital-grade disinfectants. HDPE and ACP surfaces resist chemical degradation from these agents and will not stain, crack, or absorb contaminants under routine decontamination protocols.

Can replacement keys be ordered if the original is lost?

TrippNT provides replacement key ordering through authorized distributors. The lock core on SKU 51080 uses a standardized barrel lock; in field-serviceable configurations, the lock cylinder can be replaced by a qualified technician without full cart replacement. Contact LabSupplies.com for replacement key and hardware support options.