Automatic Hand Sensor Dustbin Kitchen Waste Bin Rubbish Can 50L Black

A 50-litre kitchen bin that opens on a wave of the hand — no foot pedal, no touching the lid with dirty hands. An infrared sensor picks up movement near the top and lifts the lid automatically, and it closes the same way once you step back. The on-lid buttons are there as a manual backup, so it never leaves you stuck if the sensor's off or the batteries are low.

Infrared sensor opens and closes the lid on approach, with manual buttons as backup.

Key benefits

Hands-free lid — the sensor opens and closes it, so raw meat, food waste and general mess never touch the lid or your hands.
50 litre capacity — sized for a 1 to 5 person household without needing daily emptying.
Stainless steel body — durable and wipes clean, rather than a plastic shell that stains and scratches.
Manual button backup — the lid can still be opened and closed by hand from the buttons on top if you'd rather not use the sensor.
Removable inner bucket with handle — lifts out in one motion to empty, instead of wrestling a liner out of a fixed bin.
On/off switch on the back — turn the sensor off when it's not needed, saving battery.

Key features

The sensor. Infrared, with a 15–20cm induction distance — a hand passed near the top opens the lid, and it closes again once you move away.
The build. Stainless steel outer shell, with ABS and PP for the inner components — sturdy, wipeable, and built to look neat in a kitchen rather than utilitarian.
The bucket. A removable inner bucket with its own handle, so emptying is a lift-and-carry rather than a struggle to free a stuck liner.
Power. Runs on 4 x AA batteries with low energy consumption, and switches off at the back when the sensor isn't needed.

Specifications

Capacity 50 litres
Activation Infrared sensor, plus manual on-lid buttons
Material Stainless steel, ABS, PP
Colour Black
Shape Round
Bin dimensions Ø30.5 x 81.5cm
Inner bucket Ø28 x 72cm (H)
Bin height, lid open 100cm
Induction distance 15–20cm
Power switch On/off switch on back
Batteries 4 x AA (not included)
Suitable for 1 to 5 person households
Delivery Free UK delivery, tracked
Returns 30 days, refund or exchange

Ideal for

Kitchens — hands-free disposal while cooking or handling raw food.
Dining areas — a sleek stainless finish that doesn't look out of place near the table.
Households of 1 to 5 people — 50 litres covers daily use without frequent emptying.
Anyone wanting a more hygienic bin — no need to touch the lid with messy or full hands.
Offices, cafés or break rooms — a practical, easy-clean option for shared spaces.

Why choose this

Battery powered with low energy consumption, so it runs for a long stretch between changes, and the manual buttons mean the sensor is never the only way in. VAT is included in the price shown, and stock is held in the UK and dispatched from our Leicester warehouse.

Free UK delivery on this product, tracked, typically 5–7 working days from dispatch. VAT is included in the price shown. If it isn't right you have 30 days to send it back for a refund or exchange with no restocking fee, and we arrange collection for anything too large to post.

Frequently asked questions

How does the lid open?
An infrared sensor detects your hand and opens the lid automatically; it can also be opened and closed manually via the buttons on the lid.
What's the capacity?
50 litres, suitable for a 1 to 5 person household.
What is it made from?
Stainless steel outer shell with ABS and PP components.
Can I remove the inner bucket?
Yes, it lifts out with its own handle for easy emptying.
What batteries does it take?
4 x AA batteries, not included. Energy consumption is low.
How far away does the sensor detect a hand?
15–20cm.
How tall is it with the lid open?
100cm.