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 Rubbermaid 1933 NSF-Approved High-Heat Spatulas, PP/Rubber, 9-1/2"L
Scooping, spooning, and spreading have never been easier with these spoon-shaped spatulas. The sturdy polypropylene (PP) handle is permanently bonded to a flexible rubber blade. Spatulas withstand temperatures to 212°F (100°C). NSF-approved.
Foxx Life Sciences EZBio Stainless Steel Spatula Polished with Steel Handle, 304 SS, 100mm, 5/PK
Foxx Life Sciences Stainless Steel Spatulas are ergonomically designed for ease of use and the versatility of the product makes it possible to support numerous processes, such as formulation work, measuring, sample gathering, powder prep, granulate work, with a variety of media including pastes and liquids. Manufactured with a single piece of high-quality 304 Stainless Steel, they are free of edges, crevices, or undercuts, to eliminate the possibility of cross contamination, product residue, or cleaning agent deposits. They are perfect for uses in chemistry, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food. These spatulas are available in 100mm and 150mm sizes.304 Stainless Steel High-gloss polishedEasy to clean hygienic design.
Fisherbrand™ Disposable Sterile Scoops
Curved handle for easier pickup
Fisherbrand™ Disposable Sterile Spoons
For small quantities of dry or slurry samples
Fisherbrand™ Reusable Polypropylene Scoops
Designed for powdered or granular materials
Fisherbrand™ Scoopula™ Spatula
Dig out materials, core, and stir easily