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
Roboz Surgical Micro-fiber instrument cleaning brushes, 100/pk
Micro-fiber instrument cleaning brushes. Non-absorbent, non-linting fibers, 2.0mm head size, overall length 4"
Enterprise Technology Solutions ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS INC
5000740341 LAMINATOR 480HS POUCH 13IN
MSC ProTeam Sidewinder Carpet Tool, 18 in, 1.5 in Accessory Size, with Nylon Brush
This 18-inch carpet tool is engineered for efficient cleaning of carpeted surfaces and detailing tight spaces. Its ergonomic design reduces user strain and enhances productivity by enabling quick transitions between open areas and edges without requiring tool changes. The universal friction-fit mechanism ensures broad compatibility with 1.5-inch hose cuffs.
- Maintain straight back position, lessen injury risk
- Reduce arm and back strain and fatigue
- Clean more effectively in less time
- Access hard-to-reach areas with swivel head
- Convert handle to extended crevice tool
- Cover more area with less effort via side-to-side action
- Simplify edge cleaning
- Eliminate couplers and tool collars
- Allow instant tool changes
- Fit any 1.5 inch hose cuff
- Add extensions for overhead vacuuming
- Use standard floor tool for detailing