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
Daigger & Company PIPE CLEANER FOR 1.5-3MM DIAM
Pipe Cleaner 3mm Diameter Galvanized Wire Base 50ft Length Can Be Cut To Any Length
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 Scouring Brush, Palmetto Fiber, 20 in OAL, 1 ea
This scouring brush features durable palmetto fiber bristles and a sturdy wood block, designed for effective cleaning tasks. Its 20-inch overall length provides extended reach for various applications.
- Bristle material: palmetto fiber
- Block material: wood
- Overall length: 20 in
- Bristle length: 2 in
- Non-flagged bristles
Electron Microscopy Sciences Red Sable Brush Set of 3 Sizes (#2/0; #1 And #2)
Extremely soft and pliable. Perfect for the manipulation of previously fixed, dehydrated specimens into embedding capsules or molds.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Red Sable Brush Size # 3
Extremely soft and pliable. Perfect for the manipulation of previously fixed, dehydrated specimens into embedding capsules or molds.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Red Sable Brush Size # 2
Extremely soft and pliable. Perfect for the manipulation of previously fixed, dehydrated specimens into embedding capsules or molds.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Brush, Red Sable, Size #1, 1 ea
Extremely soft and pliable. Perfect for the manipulation of previously fixed, dehydrated specimens into embedding capsules or molds.
CARLISLE SANITARY MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS POLYESTER BRUSH BL CARLISLE 16
NC2831486 POLYESTER BRUSH BL CARLISLE 16