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
Sklar Instruments Surgical Scrub Brush, Sklar 4 1/4 in. Surgical Scrub Brush Standard, Plastic with Nylon Bristles - EA.
Surgical Scrub Brush, Sklar. 4 1/4 in. Surgical Scrub Brush Standard, Plastic with Nylon Bristles - EA. Sklar's Standard Surgical Scrub Brush features hard nylon bristles used to remove debris and microorganisms from the hands, nails, and forearms in order to reduce and prevent the spread of infectious diseases. These brushes are available for single and bulk purchase. The length of this brush is 4-1/4 inches.
MSC Ames True Temper Counter Brush, 14 in OAL, Synthetic Bristle, Wood Handle
This counter brush features a 14 inch overall length with synthetic bristles, making it suitable for various cleaning tasks. It includes a straight wood handle and has a beige bristle color. The brush head measures 8 inches long by 1-3/4 inches wide.
- Synthetic bristle material
- Soft bristle firmness
- Bristle length of 2-1/4 inches
- Wood handle material
- Straight handle style
- Overall length of 14 inches
- Head dimensions are 8 inches long by 1-3/4 inches wide
- Beige bristle color
Ted Pella Inc Sable Brushes, #00, 1.0mm W x 7.0mm L, 3/pk
For precise manipulation of TEM specimen grids and samples, dusting of SEM samples and photographic materials or photographic spotting. Sable hairs are springy and relatively fine. Length of hairs are short for better manipulation. Enameled wood handles and seamless nickel ferrules. Offered in packages of 3 brushes. Measurements taken just above ferrule.
Enterprise Technology Solutions Bi-Level Deck Scrub Brush, Polypropylene Fibers, 10 Plastic Block, Tapered Hole
Versatile brush cleans easily in difficult spots. Split-brush shape has straight and angled bristles. For wet scrubbing in open areas and under equipment. Long-lasting polypropylene fibers resist stains. Durable 10" plastic block with tapered handle hole for hanging (handle not included).
Andwin Scientific Counter Duster Brush
Counter Duster Brush, For dusting balance tables, countertops and lab benches. Softer than nylon or boar bristles, yet firm enough for quick non-scratching cleanups. Natural hair and fiber bristles, mounted into a hardwood handle
BURKLE INC Cleaning brush, length 31.50 in. (80 cm), Ø 0.98 in. (25 mm), PVC/V2A
Cleaning brushes provide effective and thorough cleaning in various areas. Made of high-quality stainless steel and equipped with hard-wearing bristles, they effortlessly remove dirt, deposits and impurities from surfaces. They are ideal for cleaning samplers and narrow containers.