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 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 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 ProTeam 14 in Floor Tool, 1.5 in Hose, 1 ea
This 14 in floor tool is designed for use with backpack vacuums equipped with a 1-1/2 in wand. It is constructed from plastic and provides efficient cleaning for various applications.
- Compatible with backpack vacs with 1-1/2 in wand
- Constructed from plastic
- Overall length of 14 in
- Overall width of 14 in
- Overall depth of 4.5 in
- Not ESD safe
- Compatible with 1.5 in hose diameter
MSC Pro Source Fingernail Scrub Brush, 6-1/2 in, Tampico, 1 ea
This hand and fingernail scrub brush is designed for effective cleaning, featuring durable Tampico bristles and a sturdy hardwood block.
- Overall length of 6-1/2 in
- Tampico bristles for effective scrubbing
- Hardwood block for durability
MSC Rubbermaid Scrub Brush, 6 in, Iron Handle, Polypropylene, 1 ea
The Rubbermaid Iron Handle Scrub Brush is a high-quality tool designed to facilitate scrubbing tasks. It is ideal for cleaning various surfaces including floors, baseboards, walls, and countertops. The brush features synthetic polypropylene bristles set in a plastic block.
- Iron handle provides sturdy grip for tough scrubbing
- Synthetic polypropylene bristles are staple set in a plastic block
- Suitable for cleaning floors, baseboards, walls, and countertops
MSC Brass Cleaning Brush, Wood Handle, 6.5 in, 1 ea
This cleaning and finishing brush features durable brass fill material and a sturdy wood handle, making it suitable for various surface preparation and cleaning tasks.
- Features a cleaning and finishing brush type
- Brush length of 6-1/2 in
- Trim length of 3/4 in
- Brush width of 2-5/8 in
- Brass fill material
- Wood handle material
- Overall length of 6-1/2 in
MSC Value Collection Utility Brush, 5-13/16 in, Horsehair, Hardwood, 1 ea
This utility brush features a hardwood handle and horsehair bristles, designed for various cleaning tasks. It offers a practical solution for general-purpose brushing in laboratory or industrial settings.
- Overall length: 5-13/16 in
- Bristle length: 9/16 in
- Head dimensions: 1-1/2 in long x 1/2 in wide
- Handle material: Hardwood
- Handle style: Straight
- Bristle material: Horsehair
MSC PRO-SOURCE Stainless Steel Strip Brush, 1/2 in, Nylon, 36 in
This strip brush is designed with a durable stainless steel back strip and features a 1/2 in back strip brush width. It is equipped with robust nylon bristles, making it suitable for various industrial applications.
- Bristle length: 2.0 in
- Back strip brush width: 1/2 in
- Bristle material: Nylon
- Overall length: 36 in
MSC Carlisle Bi-Level Scrub Brush, 10 in, Yellow, 1 ea
This Sparta® Color Coded Bi-Level Scrub Brush is designed for use in foodservice, commercial kitchens, and food processing environments. It features a color-coded design and offers both water and oil resistance.
- Designed for use in foodservice, commercial kitchens, and food processing equipment
- Features a color-coded design
- Water-resistant
- Oil-resistant
- Bristles made of polypropylene
- Block made of polypropylene
- Medium bristle firmness
- Yellow bristle color
- FDA compliant
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 Tanis Disc Brush Drive Arbor, 3-5 in Brush, 1 ea
The disc brush drive arbor is used to securely mount disc brushes for use in any type of milling or CNC machine. It facilitates coolant flow through the shaft and bolt.
- Drive arbor connection type
- Compatible with Tanis disc brushes
- Features flow-through spindle for coolant
- Includes bolt and washer
- Shaft diameter of ¾ in
- Designed for 3 in, 4 in, and 5 in brush diameters
- Equipped with 2 locator pins
MSC PRO-SOURCE Artist Brush, Boar/Pig, 1/8 in, Size 1, 1 ea
This artist brush is crafted with natural boar and pig bristles, ideal for precise detailing and touch-up applications, particularly in ceramic art.
- Boar and pig bristle material
- Brush width is 1/8 in
- Wood handle is 11 in
- Bristle length is 5/8 in
- Industry size #1
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 Clarke Scrub Brush, 20 inch, Polypropylene, CFP 20, 1 ea
This polypropylene scrub brush is designed for efficient floor scrubbing. It offers a durable and effective solution for cleaning various hard floor surfaces, particularly when used with compatible Clarke floor machines.
- Features a 20 inch diameter
- Constructed from polypropylene
- Has a black color
- Offers a medium grit grade
- Compatible with CFP 20 Floor Machine