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
Med Vet International Jorvet Insertion Coil and Brush, J0018I
Insertion Coil and Cleaning Brush for fetatomes.
Essendant Grout Brush, Nylon Bristles, 7/8"" Trim, 8 1/8"" Handle
Upswept style. Durable plastic handle helps work bristles into grout and crevices. 7/8" bristles.
MSC AbilityOne Aircraft Cleaning Brush, Nylon/Tampico Bristles, 72 in Handle
This cleaning brush features 50% nylon and 50% Tampico white fiber bristles with a 72-inch handle. It is specifically designed for cleaning aircraft exteriors and is also effective for applying metal cleaners and brightening agents to metal surfaces.
- Designed for cleaning aircraft exteriors.
- Effectively lifts and removes dirt without damaging surfaces.
- Excellent for applying metal cleaners and brightening agents.
- Ideal for reaching higher areas.
- Withstands the demands of cleaning and maintenance.
MSC Vikan Deck Scrub, Waterfed, 10-3/4 in, Medium, Red
This waterfed deck scrub is designed for effective cleaning of decks and walls. It features a medium bristle firmness and a red color, suitable for various cleaning tasks in professional environments. The brush is FDA compliant and features a European threaded handle for versatile use.
- Effective for scrubbing decks and walls
- Durable polyester bristles and plastic block
- Medium bristle firmness
- Red bristle color
- European threaded handle
- FDA compliant
- Head length of 10-3/4 in
