Scoops, Spoons, and Spatulas
Tools designed to scrape, manipulate, chop, or transfer materials; products are available in several sizes, material compositions, etc.
Scoops, spoons, and spatulas help with mixing, scraping, and other tasks related to transferring materials and samples from one place to another.
These tools are used to transfer samples or chemicals from their original containers to weighing paper, weighing boats, weighing bottles, weighing funnels, or other vessels or containers for weighing.
Reusable products are typically made of stainless steel, which is resistant to heat and cold, acids, bases, solvents, and other chemicals. Metal products may also have permanent or removable wooden or polymer handles and may also be coated in PTFE or plastic for greater non-reactivity. Types of stainless steel spatulas include:
- Microspatulas: Thin, pointed ends help to transfer materials to small tubes or microplates
- Trough-shaped spatulas: Usually have one rounded and one pointed end; can be used to dislodge or loosen materials in a container
- Double-ended spatulas: May have ends of equal or slightly different sizes and shapes
- One flat and one bent end
- One rounded and one tapered end
- One rounded and one scoop or spoon-shaped end
Disposable plastic and paper products are also available. They can help eliminate the potential for cross-contamination that may occur with poorly cleaned reusable spatulas. Disposable products are also ideal for performing lyophilization or handling lyophilized products.
Some products have a V-shape and a pointed end. These are used to pierce paper or plastic wrapping to collect samples of a product or food material for pre-production or post-production quality control testing.
Cole-Parmer Spatula Macro Spoon, Stainless Steel, 150 mm, Pack of 3
These spatula/macro spoon combinations are made from AISI 304 grade stainless steel, offering chemical and corrosion resistance. Ideal for precise sample handling in laboratories, one end features a macro spoon for larger particles, while the other provides a straight/flat spatula. Robust and seamless construction ensures a long life cycle, facilitating efficient scooping, transferring, and mixing of substances.
- Made from AISI 304 grade stainless steel, offering chemical and corrosion resistance.
- Features a macro spoon for large particles and a straight/flat spatula.
- Polished surface for fast and easy cleaning.
- Robust and seamless construction for a long life cycle.
- Designed for accurate sample handling.
- Suitable for weighing, mixing, and transferring substances.
Med Vet International Jorvet 18mL Specimen Container with Spoon, J1069, 50 Pack
A proper fecal exam is an essential part of any wellness program. However, getting proper owner compliance is a challenge. The JorVet fecal specimen containers are an effective way to help assist the pet owner in getting a quality stool sample. Clear, plastic vial to view sample Snap-on lid-easy for clients i.e. geriatric to close container Flat bottomed Spoon attached to cap, retrieve stool sample hygienically Patient stick-on label identifies proper client/patient Inexpensive. Great for dispensing to client Note: Not designed for use as a floatation chamber
Med Vet International FESSA Tubular Fixator System, 6mm x 45mm Tube, J1050B
This system is widely used in Europe and offers several advantages over conventional fixator systems. The connecting tubes or rods use a simple hexhead set screw as the pin holding or clamping mechanism. The system is very strong for its light weight. The smaller tubes will accept the smallest of K-wire making it extremely useful in fracture management of small exotics and cats.
Med Vet International Wells Enucleation Spoon, J1389, Each
Useful for lifting orbit out of socket during an enucleation. Spoon-shaped with groove for optic nerve. 21mm wide, 5mm x 10mm notch, flat handle. Overall length 147mm (5.8"). Stainless.