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 PRO-SOURCE Artist Brush, 5/32 in, Boar Pig Bristle, 1 ea
This PRO-SOURCE artist brush is designed for precise applications with oil and acrylic paints. Featuring natural boar and pig bristles, it is suitable for various artistic and detailing tasks.
- Artist's paint brush type
- Compatible with oil and acrylic paints
- Boar and pig bristle material
- Width of 5/32 in
- Bristle length of 3/4 in
- Wood handle of 9-1/2 in
- White color
- Industry size number 2
MSC Schaefer Brush Cleaning and Finishing Brush, Synthetic Bristles, 1 ea
This cleaning and finishing brush is equipped with synthetic bristles and a durable wood handle, making it suitable for a variety of surface preparation tasks. It is specifically designed for applications on materials harder than brass.
- Brush type: Cleaning and finishing
- Bristle material: Synthetic
- Block material: Wood
- Application: Surfaces harder than brass
- Brush length: 4-1/4 in
- Bristle length: 0.7500 in
- Brush width: 2-1/2 in
- Overall length: 4-1/4 in
MSC O-Cedar Scrub Brush, Polypropylene Bristles, 54 in OAL, 6 Pack
This floor scrub brush features durable polypropylene bristles, making it suitable for rigorous cleaning applications. Its robust design includes a metal handle with a swivel style for enhanced maneuverability and effective floor cleaning.
- Bristle material: Polypropylene
- Bristle length: 10 in
- Bristle firmness: Medium
- Overall length: 54 in
- Bristle color: Red, Black
- Application: Floors
- Brush head shape: Rectangular
- Handle style: Swivel
- Handle material: Metal
- Country of origin: Canada
MSC Vikan Detail Brush, Extra Stiff, 8.0 in, Polyester, 1 ea
This detail brush is designed for food service applications, featuring extra stiff polyester bristles and a durable plastic block. It is suitable for precise cleaning tasks in various environments.
- Bristles are made of polyester
- Block constructed from plastic
- Bristle length is 0.625 in
- Extra stiff bristles for effective scrubbing
- Overall length measures 8.00 in
- Blue bristle color for easy identification
- Head width is 0.50 in
- FDA compliant for food safety
- Country of origin: Denmark
MSC Vikan Wall/Floor Washing Brush, Stiff, Green, 12 in, 1 ea
This Vikan Wall/Floor Washing Brush is designed for effective scrubbing of walls and floors. It features stiff polyester bristles and an FDA-compliant plastic block, making it suitable for rigorous cleaning tasks in various environments.
- Scrub brush type
- Polyester bristle material
- Plastic block material
- Stiff bristle firmness
- FDA compliant
- Green bristle color
- European threaded handle style
MSC Vikan Hand Brush, 330 mm, Medium, Green, 1 ea
This Hand Brush is designed to remove flour and fine particles from conveyor belts, food preparation surfaces, tables, and equipment. It features durable construction and an ergonomic design, suitable for environments where hygiene and food safety are critical.
- Purpose-built for food manufacturing, food retail, and food service.
- Medium bristles are effective for both wet and dry cleaning.
- Ergonomic design enhances comfort and reduces worker strain.
- Durable construction provides long-lasting performance.
- Easy to clean and maintain for hygiene control.
- Color-coded for use with hygienic zoning plans and 5S lean programs.
- Drop-shaped hanging hole prevents liquid pooling and eases storage.
- Visible bristle length: 50 mm.
- Material: Polypropylene, Polyester (PBT), Stainless Steel (AISI 304L).
MSC PRO-SOURCE Scouring Brush, Palmetto Fiber, 20 in OAL, 1 ea
This scouring brush features durable palmetto fiber bristles and a sturdy wood block, designed for effective cleaning tasks. Its 20-inch overall length provides extended reach for various applications.
- Bristle material: palmetto fiber
- Block material: wood
- Overall length: 20 in
- Bristle length: 2 in
- Non-flagged bristles
Med Vet International Nylon Instrument Brush
Durable and effective for manualy cleaning materials off surgical instruments.
MSC O-Cedar Brush, Nylon Bristles, 7 in, Plastic Handle, 1 ea
This cleaning and finishing brush features durable nylon bristles and a plastic handle, designed for effective cleaning and detailing in various applications.
- Chemical resistant for versatile use
- Ideal for hard-to-reach areas
- Suitable for detailing tasks
- Can be used in high-temperature cleaning environments
- Bristle length is 0.5000 in.
- Head width is 1 in.
- Black bristles
- Plastic block material
MSC Weiler Push Broom, 24 in, Palmyra Bristle, 1 ea
This push broom features durable Palmyra bristles, ideal for cleaning rough surfaces such as brick and stone. It is constructed with a sturdy wood block and designed for a threaded handle connection, suitable for general cleaning applications.
- Brush is 24 in wide
- Palmyra bristle material
- Bristle length is 4 in
- Wood block material
- Threaded handle connection
- Handle not included
- Brown bristle color
- Suitable for rough, brick, and stone surfaces
MSC Scratch Brush, Steel, Wood Handle, 3 Row, 1 ea
This scratch brush features a steel fill and a wood handle in a toothbrush style, designed for various cleaning and surface preparation tasks. It is configured with 3 rows and 19 columns of bristles.
- Steel fill material
- Wood handle with toothbrush style
- Three rows of bristles
- Nineteen columns of bristles
- Made in USA
Electron Microscopy Sciences Red Sable Brush Size # 3/0
Extremely soft and pliable. Perfect for the manipulation of previously fixed, dehydrated specimens into embedding capsules or molds.
MSC Vikan Tube Brush, Stiff Polyester, 0.75 in Diameter, 1 ea
This Vikan tube brush is designed for effective cleaning of tubes and other narrow spaces. Featuring stiff polyester bristles, it offers chemical resistance and durability for demanding cleaning tasks.
- Stiff polyester bristles for thorough cleaning
- Chemical resistant for use with various cleaning agents
- Has a 0.75 in diameter for fitting into narrow tubes
- Offers a 19.7 in overall length for extended reach
- Head length of 5.75 in
- Manufactured in Denmark
MSC PRO-SOURCE Scouring Brush, Polypropylene Bristles, 8-1/2 in., 1 Each
This scouring brush features durable polypropylene bristles and a plastic block, designed for effective cleaning tasks. It has an overall length of 8-1/2 in.
- Scouring brush type
- Polypropylene bristles
- Plastic block material
- Overall length of 8-1/2 in.
- Bristle length of 1.50 in.
- Brush width of 9.00 in.
- Yellow bristle color
- Gong brush head shape
- Short handle style
- Polypropylene handle material
MSC PRO-SOURCE 06100 4" Long x 1/4" Diam Nylon Bristle Brush Single Spiral, 26" Overall Length, 0.003" Filament Diam, 0.128" Shank Diam
PRO-SOURCE 06100 4" Long x 1/4" Diam Nylon Bristle Brush Single Spiral, 26" Overall Length, 0.003" Filament Diam, 0.128" Shank Diam