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 Osborn Varnish Brush, 1-1/2 in Width, 1/2 in Thickness, White Bristle
Osborn varnish brushes are designed for general-purpose applications. Featuring white bristles, these brushes are suitable for applying various varnishes effectively.
- 1-1/2 in brush width
- 1/2 in thickness
- 2-1/2 in trim length
- White bristle material
- Manufactured in the United States
MSC PFERD Broom Head, Fine Sweep, 18 in, Horsehair-Nylon Fill, 3 in Trim
This broom head is designed for fine sweeping and light-duty cleaning on smooth surfaces. It features a lacquered hardwood block and a high-quality horsehair-nylon mix fill, providing effective cleaning of fine dirt.
- Designed for light-duty sweeping on smooth surfaces.
- Features a lacquered hardwood block.
- Provides high-quality sweep for fine dirt on smooth floors.
- Made with a horsehair-nylon mix fill.
- Equipped with two threaded handle holes.
- Overall length: 18 in (457.20 mm).
- Brush length: 3 in.
MSC Carlisle Swivel Scrub Brush, 8 in, Polyester, Medium Firmness, Yellow
Carlisle Sparta Color Code Swivel Scrub Brush is an 8-inch yellow brush suitable for commercial establishments. It is color-coded and designed for sanitary maintenance systems.
- Polyester bristle material
- Plastic block material
- 8 inch brush length
- 1 inch bristle length
- Medium bristle firmness
- 3-1/2 inch head width
- Rectangular brush head shape
- Yellow bristle color
- Suitable for baseboards, kitchens, hard to reach areas, floors, and walls
- Color-coded for sanitary maintenance systems
MSC Vikan Flexible Handle, Nylon, 0.2 in, 59.3 in, White
The Vikan flexible handle is a versatile tool designed for various cleaning applications. Made from durable nylon, this 59.3 inch white handle features a T-Bar design and is compatible with several Vikan tube cleaners.
- Highly flexible for various applications.
- Features a T-bar handle type.
- Constructed from durable nylon material.
- Measures 59.3 in in overall length.
- Has a 0.2 in diameter.
- Available in white color.
- Compatible with specific tube cleaners.
Enterprise Technology Solutions Unger Pipe Brush,Bendable,11",Plastic Handle,BK
Bendable, StarDuster Pipe Brush is curved to clean pipes and other round surfaces. Heavy-duty wire and polypropylene bristles easily clean hard-to-reach surfaces. Plastic handle fits an Unger OptiLoc Pole (not included) to reach high areas.
BURKLE INC Cleaning brush, length 39.37 in. (100 cm), Ø 0.98 in. (25 mm), PVC/V2A
Cleaning brushes provide effective and thorough cleaning in various areas. Made of high-quality stainless steel and equipped with hard-wearing bristles, they effortlessly remove dirt, deposits and impurities from surfaces. They are ideal for cleaning samplers and narrow containers.
