Brushes
Tools consisting of bristles, hair, or wire set into a handle that are used to clean, scrub, or apply a liquid or powder to a surface; products are available in several sizes, and may be used for specific applications.
Some laboratory brushes are used for manual cleaning of laboratory glassware and plasticware. These typically have a handle with terminal, central or lateral bristles to effectively clean specific types of labware and vessels. Most laboratory brushes are autoclavable or washable for repeated use. They are sold individually or as sets with different dimensions to allow for effective cleaning of a wide range of vessel sizes. Brushes may be tapered or tipped with a cotton wad or fine bristle tuft for effective cleaning of tube bases.
Other brushes may be used to clean weighing pans of balances or for other specific tasks.
What are Laboratory Brushes Made of?
Brush handles can be made of wood, of durable plastics such as polypropylene, or of metals such as brass or stainless-steel wire. The bristles can be made from a range of materials depending on the brush type:
• Nylon bristles are tough, hard wearing, and resistant to aggressive chemicals
• Natural bristles (for example goat hair) are suitable for more delicate cleaning
• White silk bristles are suitable for general use
What Types of Laboratory Brushes are Available?
• General-purpose cleaning brushes
• Test tube brushes
• Beaker or bottle brushes
• Burette or pipette brushes
• Flask brushes, with a bent handle for easy access to awkward corners
• Measuring cylinder brushes
• Chromatography brushes for injector and detector ports
• Centrifuge brushes
• Sieve brushes
• Square tank brushes
MSC PFERD Fender Brush, Long Handle, 21-1/2 in, Synthetic Fill
PFERD Long Handle Fender Brushes feature a cream colored synthetic fill, providing effective cleaning for various applications. Designed with an overall length of 21-1/2 inches, this brush offers extended reach and comfortable handling for detailed tasks.
- Synthetic filament material for durability
- Overall length of 21-1/2 inches for extended reach
- Cream colored fill
- Long handle design
- Available in quantities of 12 pieces
Grainger Potato Brush 5 3/4 L Plastic Handle PK12
The Carlisle Potato Brush is a polyester bristle brush designed for cleaning potatoes. It has a wooden handle and polyester bristles in a 4 inch head. The bristles are designed to scrub dirt and debris off of potatoes without damaging the skin. This brush can be used for cleaning all types of vegetables and fruits. It is 12 inches long total. This is a manual brush with no moving parts. It is a basic but effective tool for cleaning potatoes and other produce by hand.
MSC Rubbermaid FG632000BRN 17" Overall Length Toilet Bowl Brush Polypropylene Bristles, 1-1/2" Bristle Length, 17" Plastic Handle, Brown
Rubbermaid FG632000BRN 17" Overall Length Toilet Bowl Brush Polypropylene Bristles, 1-1/2" Bristle Length, 17" Plastic Handle, Brown
Essendant Utility Brush, Tampico Fill, 8 1/2"" Long, Tan Handle
Stiff, no-scratch bristles aid you in heavy-duty scrubbing tasks. Handle with finger notches helps improve comfort. Lanyard hole enables hang-hook storage.