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
Vikan™ Soft Bench Brush
Vikan™ Soft Bench Brush is a dusting brush with a smooth, ergonomically designed handle.
Vikan™ 2 in. Tube Brush with 5 ft. Flex Handle
Vikan™ 2 in. Tube Brush with 5 ft. Flex Handle allows the tube brush to fit in curved pipes easily so the soft bristles can sweep out small particles.
Vikan™ Stiff 2.5 in. Diameter Pipe Brush
Vikan™ Stiff 2.5 in. Diameter Pipe Brush features stiff bristles for better manual cleaning action when cleaning wider pipes.
Vikan™ Medium High-Low Brush
Vikan™ Medium High-Low Brush has bristles strong enough to be used on equipment and in the areas where the wall meets the floor.
Vikan™ Bench Brush
For dusting large surface areas like tables and equipment.
Vikan™ Medium Narrow Dish Brush
Vikan™ Medium Narrow Dish Brush is designed to clean small spaces easily and efficiently.
Vikan™ Bench Brush with Medium Strength Bristles
Removes moist or medium sized particles. Vikan™ Bench Brush - Medium is also used as a dustpan brush on floors.
Vikan™ 1.5 in. Tube Brush
Vikan™ 1.5 in. Tube Brush is ideal for cleaning pipes and narrow spaces between machinery.
Vikan™ 0.5 in. Tube Brush for Flex Rod
Vikan™ 0.5 in. Tube Brush for Flex Rod has versatile medium bristles that can handle scrubbing and still pick up small, fine particles.
Vikan™ 3.5 in. Pipe Brush for Flex Rod
Vikan™ 3.5 in. Pipe Brush for Flex Rod is designed to handle scrubbing while still pick up fine particles.
Vikan™ Extra Stiff Detail Brush
Vikan™ Extra Stiff Detail Brush is designed with a smooth, ergonomic handle for cleaning in and around the gaskets and joints of machinery.
Ampco Flat Back Scratch Brush
Compact cleaning tool to handle tough residue in harsh or hazardous environments.
Ampco Small Crimped Wire Wheel Brush
Compact crimped wire Wheel Brush designed for spark-free surface preparation and cleaning of industrial equipment.
Ampco Medium Crimped Wire Wheel Brush
Compact crimped wire Wheel Brush designed for spark-free surface preparation and cleaning of industrial equipment.
Liberty Industries Shoe Brush Model 2001-TB
A quick, easy way to remove all types of contamination from most footwear