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 Weiler Cleaning Brush, Stainless Steel, 10.69 in Length, 1 ea
This cleaning and finishing brush is designed for various industrial applications. It features durable stainless steel bristles for effective cleaning and finishing tasks.
- Brush length: 10-11/16 in
- Brush width: 1 in
- Bristle material: Stainless steel
- Bristle length: 2.5 in
MSC Value Collection Bowl Brush, Tampico, 15 in, Wood, 1 ea
This toilet bowl brush features durable tampico bristles and a 15-inch wood handle, designed for effective cleaning of toilet bowls.
- Brush type: Toilet bowl brush
- Handle material: Wood
- Bristle material: Tampico
- Overall length: 15 in
- Bristle color: White
MSC Vikan Wall-/Floor Washing Brush, 18.5 in, Stiff, Yellow, 1 ea
This Wall-/Floor Washing Brush is designed for efficient scrubbing tasks. Featuring stiff polyester bristles, it effectively cleans walls and floors in various environments.
- Scrub brush type
- Polyester bristle material
- Stiff bristle firmness
- Yellow bristle color
- Bristle length of 1.8 in
- Overall length of 19.0 in
- European threaded handle style
- Plastic block material
MSC Vikan Meat Mincer Brush, 5.3 in, White, 1 ea
The Vikan meat mincer brush is designed for effective cleaning of meat mincers and other food processing equipment. It features stiff polyester bristles, providing thorough scrubbing action in demanding environments.
- Stiff bristle flexibility
- White polyester bristles
- Diameter of 5.0 in
- Head length of 2-7/8 in
- Manufactured in Denmark
Essendant Utility Brush, Tampico Fill, 20"" 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.
MSC PRO-SOURCE Tube Brush, 1/2 in Dia, 1 ea
This tube brush features a 1/2 in diameter bristle head for cleaning applications. It is designed with a durable wire handle and has an overall length of 12 in.
- Bristle material
- White bristle color
- Features a 3 in head length
- Features a 12 in overall length
- Wire handle
Med Vet International Bd E-Z Scrub PreoperatIVe Surgical Scrub Brush Impregnated With 4% Chg (Red), 30/Box
For over three decades, the BD E-Z Scrub™ brand has been considered the "gold standard" in single-use disposable scrubs. BD E-Z Scrub™ products offer a wide range of efficacious antimicrobial formulations specifically designed to enhance performance while reducing irritation to the skin. Proprietary polyethylene soft bristles enhance mechanical action while reducing skin irritation. Soft sponge provides gentle cleaning on irritated areas or when firm mechanical action is not required. Ergonomic brush design allows greater user comfort and effectiveness, ultimately improving compliance.
Med Vet International Miltex Instrument Cleaning Brushes, 7.25in, Stainless Seel Bristles, Set Of 3, 3-1001
The Miltex name is synonymous with unparalleled quality and service to customers and surgical instrumentation produced with the utmost attention to consistent detail. The Miltex instruments includes both premium-grade German and American crafted stainless steel surgical instrumentation manufactured to exacting specifications. The surgical “feel” of these instruments, the outstanding cutting ability and the attention to delicate detail are just a few of the aspects that allow Miltex to outperform and stand out from the competition. These are Miltex Instrument Cleaning Brushes. For manual cleaning of instruments. Specifications: 7.25in, Stainless Seel Bristles, Set of 3
Med Vet International Nylon Brush, Wire Handle, 12 in.
Made for cleaning funnel stems and capillary tubes. White nylon bristles 1/2? x 2 1/2? long. Overall length: 12?
Roboz Surgical DOU SIDE NYLON BRISTLE BRU 3/P
Double sided nylon brush. Perfect for cleaning blades, hinges, and serrated areas of all surgical instruments. 7in length. 5mm and 10mm bristles.
Med Vet International Miltex Instrument Cleaning Brushes, 7.25in, Nylon Bristles, Set Of 3, 3-1000
The Miltex name is synonymous with unparalleled quality and service to customers and surgical instrumentation produced with the utmost attention to consistent detail. The Miltex instruments includes both premium-grade German and American crafted stainless steel surgical instrumentation manufactured to exacting specifications. The surgical “feel” of these instruments, the outstanding cutting ability and the attention to delicate detail are just a few of the aspects that allow Miltex to outperform and stand out from the competition. These are Miltex Instrument Cleaning Brushes. For manual cleaning of instruments. Specifications: 7.25in, Nylon Bristles, Set of 3
MSC Loctite 234259 4 oz Can High Temperature Anti-Seize Lubricant Copper/Graphite, -29 to 1,800°F, Copper Colored, Water Resistant
Loctite 234259 4 oz Can High Temperature Anti-Seize Lubricant Copper/Graphite, -29 to 1,800°F, Copper Colored, Water Resistant