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
Enterprise Technology Solutions Wire Deburring Brush, 13.75" Brush, 1.13" Bristles, Steel/Wood
ABILITYONE 7920002915815 Skilcraft Scrub away paint, rust and acid stains with this steel-wire brush. 1 durable carbon steel, arranged in 4 x 18 rows. Integral curved handle for easy grip.
MSC Value Collection Toilet Bowl Brush, 21 in. OAL, 1 ea
This toilet bowl brush features a durable wood handle and Tampico bristles, designed for effective cleaning of toilet bowls. Its overall length of 21 in. provides ample reach.
- Overall length: 21 in.
- Handle material: Wood
- Bristle material: Tampico
- Handle length: 15 in.
- Bristle color: White
MSC Vikan Washing Brush, short Handle, 10 in, Stiff, 1 ea
The Vikan washing brush features a short handle and stiff polyester bristles, designed for effective scrubbing of various surfaces.
- Scrub brush type
- Polyester bristle material
- Plastic block material
- Bristle length 1.3 in
- Stiff bristles
- Overall length 10 in
- White bristle color
- Head width 2.75 in
- Not flagged
- FDA compliant
- Head length 4.25 in
- Short handle
MSC Carlisle Utility Scrub Brush, Nylon, 20 in., White, 1 ea
Carlisle Flo-Pac utility scrub brushes are engineered for efficient cleaning tasks in various environments. This brush features a 20 inch design and durable nylon bristles, making it suitable for thorough scrubbing while ensuring user comfort.
- Pistol grip handles and bristles are designed for comfortable positions and efficient cleaning
- Plastic handles are lightweight, break resistant, and soak proof
- Two inch trim
- BPA free
MSC Weiler Hand and Fingernail Scrub Brush, Plastic, Wood, 1 Ea
The Weiler Hand & Fingernail Scrub Brush is designed for effective cleaning, featuring durable plastic bristles and a sturdy wood block.
- Plastic bristles
- Wood block
- Overall length: 4.75 in
- Overall width: 1.5 in
- Yellow bristle color
- Medium bristle firmness
CARLISLE SANITARY MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS 30IN POLYESTER VALVE BRUSH BLU
NC1603700 30IN POLYESTER VALVE BRUSH BLU
MSC Pro-Source Back Strip Brush, 1/2 in SS, Brass, 1 ea
This back strip brush features a stainless steel back with durable brass bristles, ideal for various industrial cleaning, sealing, and material handling applications.
- Back strip brush width: 1/2 in
- Bristle length: 3 in
- Bristle material: Brass
- Back material: Stainless steel
- Overall length: 72 in
MSC Vikan ColorCore Nail brush, 3.7 in, Medium, Polypropylene, 1 ea
This Vikan ColorCore Nail brush is designed for effective handwashing in environments like food service and food processing. Its medium polypropylene bristles efficiently remove various soils as part of proper hand washing practices.
- Medium bristle stiffness
- Polypropylene bristles and plastic block material
- Product dimensions: 3.7 in length, 1.4 in width, 2.2 in height
- Rectangular brush head
- Short handle
- FDA compliant
- Manufactured in Denmark
MSC Osborn Parts Cleaning Brush, Tampico, Wood, 2-7/8 in, 1 ea
The Osborn Parts Cleaning Brush is a versatile tool designed for efficient cleaning of motor components and other parts.
- Features Tampico fill material for effective scrubbing
- Equipped with a durable wood handle for comfortable grip
- Provides a trim length of 2-7/8 in for optimal reach
- Ideal for various surface preparation tasks
MSC PRO-SOURCE Scrub Brush, Polypropylene Bristles, 10 in, 1 ea
This scrub brush is designed for general cleaning tasks, featuring durable polypropylene bristles and a robust polypropylene block. Its 10-inch overall length makes it suitable for various floor and surface scrubbing applications.
- Type: Scrub brush
- Material: Polypropylene bristle
- Material: Polypropylene block
- Bristle length: 1.75 in
- Brush width: 1.88 in
- Overall length: 10 in
- Bristle color: Blue
- Brush head shape: Gong
- Flagged: No
MSC PRO-SOURCE Toilet Bowl Brush, 15.5 in, Plastic/Polypropylene, 1 ea
This toilet bowl brush features polypropylene bristles and a plastic handle, designed for effective cleaning.
- Overall length: 15.5 in
- Handle length: 10 in
- Bristle material: Polypropylene
- Handle material: Plastic
- Bristle color: White
MSC PRO-SOURCE 5/16 in Nylon Back Strip Brush, 1 ea
PRO-SOURCE back strip brushes are designed for various industrial applications. This brush features a 5/16 in width, nylon bristles, and a 36.0 in overall length, making it suitable for sealing, cleaning, or conveying tasks.
- Features a 5/16 in back strip brush width
- Durable nylon bristle material
- Provides 2.0 in bristle length for effective cleaning
- Offers 36.0 in overall length for extended reach
- Suitable for sealing, cleaning, and conveying applications
MSC PRO-SOURCE Strip Brush, Stainless Steel, 72 in OAL, 1 ea
This conveyor strip brush features a durable stainless steel bristle construction, ideal for cleaning, sealing, and conveying applications in industrial environments.
- Bristle length of 3 in
- Overall length of 72 in
- Stainless steel bristle material
- Wire diameter of 0.008 in
- Back strip dimensions of 7/32 in x 3/16 in
MSC Carlisle Sparta Bottle Brush, Polyester, 16 in, White, 1 ea
This bottle brush features an all-plastic Sparta handle and polyester bristles, designed for delicate cleaning of jars, bottles, and glasses with smaller openings. Its design allows it to easily access hard-to-reach places within bottle necks, making it suitable for various cleaning tasks in foodservice and commercial kitchens.
- Smaller diameter handle for improved maneuverability
- Soft polyester bristles for delicate cleaning
- Designed for easy access into bottle necks
- Base resins used for blocks and bristles are made of FDA approved materials
- All plastic handle construction
- Overall length of 16 in
- Bristle diameter of 3 in
- Brush length of 7 in