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Dessicator With Knob I.D. 5″

Dessicator With Knob I.D. 5"

Dessicator With Knob I.D. 5″

Original price was: KSh 3,100.00.Current price is: KSh 2,420.00.

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Original price was: KSh 3,100.00.Current price is: KSh 2,420.00.

  • Clear Visibility: Large 5″ diameter (12.7 cm) borosilicate glass chamber for easy observation of samples within.
  • Durable Construction: Built with chemical-resistant glass for long-lasting use in the lab.
  • Airtight Seal: Ground-glass lid ensures a moisture-proof environment.

Description

Dessicator With Knob I.D. 5″

This dessicator is a valuable laboratory tool designed to create and maintain a dry environment for your samples and experiments. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of its features:

Construction:

  • Chamber: Made of sturdy, clear borosilicate glass (often called Pyrex) for exceptional durability and excellent visibility of your samples inside. The typical diameter for a 5″ ID dessicator is around 12.7 centimeters (approximately 5 inches).
  • Lid: Features a ground-glass design that forms an airtight seal with the chamber. It usually has a knob or handle for easy lifting and manipulation.
  • Stopcock (Optional): Some models may include a glass valve with a PTFE (Teflon) plug. This allows for controlled introduction or evacuation of air, often connecting to a hose for attaching a vacuum pump (sold separately).
  • Porcelain Plate: A perforated plate sits inside the chamber, elevating samples and enabling air circulation.

Functionality:

  • Desiccation: Primarily functions by creating a dry environment for your samples. You can achieve this in two ways:
    • Passive Desiccation: Place desiccants like silica gel or molecular sieves (sold separately) inside the chamber. These materials absorb moisture from the air, effectively drying the environment.
    • Vacuum Desiccation (if stopcock included): Connect the dessicator to a vacuum pump (not included) to remove air and moisture actively. This creates a low-pressure environment ideal for faster drying or applications requiring a very dry atmosphere.

Applications:

  • Drying Samples: This dessicator is perfect for gently drying biological specimens, chemicals, or electronic components.
  • Storing Moisture-Sensitive Materials: Effectively preserves hygroscopic (water-absorbing) materials like pharmaceuticals, electronic components, or dehydrated food by preventing them from picking up moisture.
  • Desiccating Reactions: Certain chemical reactions require a dry environment, and this dessicator can provide the necessary conditions for successful experimentation.

Benefits:

  • Efficient Moisture Removal: Provides various methods for achieving a low-moisture environment to suit your needs (desiccants or vacuum pump).
  • Durable Construction: Built with chemical-resistant borosilicate glass for long-lasting use in the lab.
  • Clear Visibility: The transparent glass chamber allows for easy monitoring of samples inside the desiccator.
  • Airtight Seal: The ground-glass lid ensures a moisture-proof environment, protecting your samples from external humidity.
  • Controlled Atmosphere (if stopcock included): The stopcock (if present) allows for controlled introduction or evacuation of air, enabling adjustment of the pressure within the chamber.

Specifications ( 5″ ID Dessicator with Knob):

  • Diameter: 12.7 cm (approximately 5 inches)
  • Material: Borosilicate glass chamber
  • Lid: Ground glass with knob
  • Stopcock: Optional, glass with PTFE plug (if included)
  • Porcelain Plate: Included, size may vary

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