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 PFERD Broom Head, Medium Sweep, 24 Inch, Black Tampico, 2-5/8 Inch Trim
The PFERD Broom Head is a medium sweep broom head designed for manual use. It features a black tampico filament and is pre-drilled, making it suitable for various sweeping tasks.
- Medium sweep design for effective cleaning.
- Features a pre-drilled version for easy attachment.
- Constructed with black tampico filament for durability.
- Measures 24 inch in overall length.
- Provides a 2-5/8 inch trim length.
- Available in a box quantity of 12 pieces.
MSC Vikan Tube Brush, 0.8 in, 19.7 in, Medium, Yellow
This Vikan tube brush, 0.8 in diameter and 19.7 in length, effectively cleans bottles, tubes, and hard-to-reach surfaces. Constructed with durable polyester bristles, a polypropylene handle, and a stainless steel shaft, this food-safe brush features medium stiffness for efficient cleaning in demanding environments.
- Cleans bottles, tubes, and hard-to-reach surfaces.
- Durable polyester bristles, polypropylene handle, and stainless steel shaft.
- Medium bristle stiffness removes dirt and residue.
- Yellow color supports HACCP color-coded systems.
- Complies with EC 1935/2004, FDA CFR 21, UK 2019 No. 704 for food contact.
- Dishwasher and autoclave safe up to 249.8 °F.
- BPA free.
- Ergonomic handle for comfortable grip.