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 Vikan Hand Brush, Long Handle, Stiff Polyester Bristle, Red, 15.5 Inch
The Vikan UST Hand Brush with long handle is designed for heavy-duty scrubbing tasks. Featuring stiff polyester bristles and a durable plastic block, this brush is suitable for a wide range of cleaning applications.
- Designed for heavy-duty scrubbing applications.
- Features stiff polyester bristles.
- Constructed with a durable plastic block.
- Overall length of 15.5 inches.
- Bristle length of 2.75 inches.
- Long handle for extended reach.
- Red bristled brush with a square head shape.
Grainger Brush 3 Flat Sash PET/Nylon 3 3/16 L
The Brush 3 Flat Sash PET Nylon 3-3/16" L is a flat sash brush made of PET nylon bristles with a wood handle. It has a 3-3/16" trim size and is designed for use with oil-based paints and stains. The bristles are flagged on the ends for smooth paint flow and have good paint holding capacity. This brush can be used for trim and sash painting. It features a short handle with a hanging hole for easy storage. The brush is manufactured in the USA by Brush Research Manufacturing.
MSC Carlisle Multi-Purpose Valve & Fitting Brush, Polyester, 30 in, 4 in Diameter
The multi-purpose valve and fitting brush is designed for versatile and aggressive cleaning of commercial kitchen equipment. It features durable polyester bristles and a rounded head to protect surfaces from scratching during use.
- Round or oval head is versatile for cleaning a variety of commercial kitchen equipment.
- Rounded heads and ends protect against scratching.
- Cleans effectively in all directions.
- Medium stiff polyester bristles provide aggressive cleaning.
- BPA free materials.
- Made with FDA compliant block and bristles.
MSC PFERD Contractor Floor Brush, Palmyra, 24 x 4 Inch, Brown
This contractor floor brush features durable Palmyra bristles and measures 24 x 4 inches. Its robust construction makes it suitable for demanding cleaning tasks on various surfaces.
- Palmyra bristles for effective sweeping.
- Generous 24 x 4 inch brush head.
- Brown color.
- Manufactured in the United States.
- UNSPSC code 47131604.
MSC Weiler Spiral Flue Brush, 2-1/2 in Diameter, Steel Fill, 0.012 in Wire Diameter
This double spiral flue brush is designed for efficient internal cleaning of pipes and flues. Its robust construction features a double stem and double spiral design, making it suitable for rigorous maintenance tasks. It comes fitted with a 1/4 x 2 inch NPT pipe nipple for easy attachment.
- Fitted with 1/4 x 2 in NPT pipe nipple
- Ideal for internal cleaning of pipes and flues
- Double stem double spiral design
Med Vet International Endotracheal Tube Cleaning Brush 8.0mm, cleans >= 8.0mm tubes., J0151S
Stainless steel shaft. Malleable. Brush. 8.0mm, cleans _>8.0mm tubes.