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 PRO-SOURCE Artist Brush, 3/32 in, Boar/Pig Bristle, 1 ea
This artist brush is designed for various paint types, featuring durable bristles and a wooden handle for comfortable use.
- Brush type: Artist's paint brush
- Paint type: Oil, acrylics
- Bristle material: Boar, pig
- Handle material: Wood
- Country of origin: China
- Width: 3/32 in
- Bristle length: 1/2 in
- Handle length: 9-1/2 in
- Color: White
Enterprise Technology Solutions 3" Flat Sash Paint Brush, Polyester, Hardwood Handle
ABILITYONE 8020015964245 Skilcraft Brushes are made using chemically tipped polyester filaments for excellent leveling and smoothing properties with all paints. Filament is thin and flexible to eliminate brush marks. Rust-resistant, birchwood handle.
MSC Vikan Washing Brush, Long Handle, 19.9 in, Stiff, 1 ea
This ColorCore Washing Brush from Vikan features a long handle and stiff, black polypropylene bristles. Designed with a durable plastic block, it is ideal for effective cleaning in food service and food processing environments.
- Stiff polypropylene bristles for rigorous cleaning
- Durable plastic block material
- Long handle for extended reach and ergonomic use
- Rectangular brush head ensures efficient surface coverage
- Specifically designed for food service and food processing applications
- Overall length of 20 in.
- Height of 3.5 in.
MSC SnowEx Rotary Snow Brush Kit, 48 in Width, 1 ea
The SnowEx SMP-480 Multi-Purpose Brush Kit is a replacement rotary snow brush accessory designed for compatibility with the SWB-480 model. This kit provides an efficient solution for snow removal applications, ensuring optimal performance of compatible equipment.
- Rotary snow brush accessory
- Brush width is 48 in
- Constructed with aluminum components
- Designed for use with SWB-480
- Brush diameter is 12 in
- Overall dimensions are 48 in length, 16 in width, 16.5 in height
- Lightweight at 11 lbs.
MSC O-Cedar Duster Brush, 18 Row, 3 Column, Steel, 12 Pack
This wire duster brush features a durable steel fill material, suitable for various cleaning applications. It includes a curved wood handle for comfortable use.
- Bristles arranged in 18 rows
- Features 3 columns of steel fill material
- Curved wood handle for improved grip and control
- Designed for duster applications
MSC Vikan High-Low Brush, 265 mm, Medium, Yellow, 1 ea
This High-Low Brush effectively cleans and scrubs floor-wall junctions and under machines and equipment. Its angled thread allows the handle to be positioned parallel to the floor for ease of use. It is also ideal for cleaning drains and gulleys.
- Purpose-built for food manufacturing, food retail, restaurants, and food service where hygiene and food safety are critical
- Medium bristles are effective with a cleaning solution
- Unique shape efficiently cleans floor-wall junctions and gulley drains
- Angled bristles reach into corners and crevices
- Durable construction provides long-lasting performance with daily use
- Compatible with all Euro threaded handles
- Easy to clean and maintain for hygiene control
MSC Vikan Pipe Exterior Brush, 20.1 in, Medium, Blue, 1 ea
This Pipe Exterior Brush effectively cleans outer surfaces of overhead pipes and ducting. Compatible with standard and telescopic handles, it's ideal for critical hygiene and food safety environments such as food manufacturing, retail, and service sectors.
- Purpose-built for critical hygiene and food safety environments (food manufacturing, retail, service)
- Medium bristles for wet/dry cleaning; effective for scrubbing and moving particles
- Cleans exterior of overhead pipes, tubes, and ducts
- Twisted bristles minimize loss
- Compatible with extension and Euro threaded handles for extended reach and secure attachment
- Lightweight design reduces user fatigue
Hach Company Brush, Camel´s Hair
For cleaning delicate instruments or to ensure complete transfer of samples when weighing. Soft, brown hair is cemented into a metal holder. Hairs are cut to the same length—14 mm (0.5"). Can be attached to Micro Spatula, Prod. No. 1225600.
MSC Weiler Pencil End Brush, 1/4 in, Steel Fill, 1 ea
This 1/4 in Pencil End Brush features straight wire fill material retained within a small diameter steel tube. It provides a light-duty brushing action, making it suitable for use in very small recessed areas, and is designed for use with drills and drill presses.
- Contains straight wire fill material retained in a small diameter steel tube.
- Provides a light-duty brushing action suitable for very small recessed areas.
- Suitable for cleaning, deburring, and finishing applications.
- Compatible with corded/cordless hand drills, drill presses, drilling machines, right-angle grinders, and CNC/milling/automatic machines.
MSC Vikan Tube Brush, 2 in, 36 in, Medium, 1 ea
This tube brush is designed for effective cleaning, measuring 2 in. diameter and 36 in. length, featuring medium bristle stiffness. It is constructed with polyester bristles, offering chemical resistance for various applications.
- Polyester bristles
- White bristle color
- Chemical resistant
- Diameter: 2 in.
- Head length: 6-7/16 in.
- Manufactured in Denmark
MSC E Gornell and Sons Scratch Brush, Steel, Wood, 1 ea
This scratch brush features 4 rows and 16 columns of steel bristles, designed for various cleaning and surface preparation tasks. It includes a durable wood handle with a shoe handle style and an integrated scraper for enhanced utility.
- Features 4 rows and 16 columns of steel bristles
- Includes an integrated scraper
- Has a 5 inch brush length
- Equipped with a durable wood handle
- Designed with a shoe handle style
MSC PRO-SOURCE Scouring Brush, Tampico Bristles, 8 in OAL, 1 ea
A scouring brush featuring Tampico bristles and an 8-inch overall length, designed for effective cleaning tasks. It is constructed with a durable wood handle and white bristles, suitable for various industrial and general cleaning applications.
- Scouring brush type
- Tampico bristle material
- Wood block material
- Bristle length: 2 in
- Overall length: 8 in
- White bristle color
- Unflagged bristles
- Made in the United States