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 Atrix Floor Tool, Backpack Vacuum Compatible
The Atrix Floor Tool is a specialized attachment designed for use with backpack vacuums. It is engineered to provide effective cleaning on various surfaces, making it a versatile accessory for professional cleaning tasks.
- Floor tool
- Compatible with backpack vacuums
MSC Vikan Pipe Cleaning Brush, Stiff, Blue, Polyester, 2 in Diameter
This pipe cleaning brush is designed with a handle for effective cleaning. It features stiff polyester bristles and is blue in color, making it suitable for various cleaning applications. The brush has a 2-inch diameter and a 5-1/4 inch head length.
- Stiff bristle flexibility for thorough cleaning
- Durable polyester bristle material
- Blue color for easy identification
- 2 in diameter for pipe cleaning
- 5-1/4 in head length
MSC Vikan Washing Brush, Angle adjustment, Waterfed, 9.4 in, Soft/split
This washing brush features angle adjustment and is designed for waterfed applications. Its soft, split polyester bristles and FDA compliant design make it suitable for a variety of professional cleaning tasks.
- Angle adjustment feature
- Designed to be waterfed
- Bristle material is polyester
- Soft bristle firmness
- Bristle color is yellow
- FDA compliant
- Handle style is European threaded
- Country of origin is Denmark
STERIS CORPORATION CLEANING BRUSH 12IN/5MM 3PK
Kit; Endoscopic Instrument Cleaning Brush; 5mm Diameter; Nylon Bristle Brush; 12 in. Long; 1/KT