Glass Desiccator

Product Code : SCL-LG-11992

The Glass Desiccator is a laboratory vessel used to maintain a low-humidity environment for protecting moisture-sensitive materials, cooling dried samples, and reducing atmospheric moisture uptake. It is intended for analytical, chemistry, research, and educational laboratories requiring controlled handling of dried, hygroscopic, or moisture-sensitive samples.

Product Description

A Glass Desiccator provides an enclosed chamber in which a suitable desiccant can help maintain dry conditions around laboratory samples. Typical applications include cooling oven-dried specimens before weighing, temporarily storing hygroscopic materials, and protecting crucibles, weighing bottles, or other sample containers from atmospheric moisture.

This product is identified as a glass desiccator. Its exact glass composition, nominal capacity, internal diameter, lid design, plate configuration, flange construction, and vacuum suitability are . Buyers can explore related laboratory glassware for wider sample preparation and analytical requirements.

Key Features

• Low-humidity sample protection: Supports controlled storage of suitable moisture-sensitive and hygroscopic materials.
• Glass construction: Allows direct visual observation of samples placed inside the chamber.
• Useful after drying: Supports cooling of suitable oven-dried samples while limiting renewed moisture exposure.
• Analytical laboratory value: Can protect weighed samples, crucibles, and compatible sample containers.
• Desiccant-assisted operation: A suitable drying agent may be placed in the lower chamber when required by the laboratory method.
• Capacity and diameter: Exact dimensions and nominal chamber capacity are .
• Vacuum compatibility: Must not be used under vacuum unless the specific model is explicitly verified as vacuum-rated.

Technical Specifications

What's Included in the Kit

• 1 × Glass Desiccator body.
• 1 × Desiccator lid, subject to confirmed product configuration.
• Desiccator plate, desiccant, stopcock, vacuum connection, grease, crucibles, and other accessories are not included unless specifically confirmed.

Applications / Uses

• Cooling suitable oven-dried samples before analytical weighing.
• Protecting hygroscopic materials from atmospheric moisture.
• Reducing moisture uptake by crucibles and weighing containers.
• Temporary dry storage of suitable laboratory chemicals or samples.
• Supporting gravimetric analysis and quantitative chemistry workflows.
• Use alongside suitable analytical laboratory equipment.

How to Use the Glass Desiccator

1. Inspect the desiccator body and lid for cracks, chips, contamination, or other damage.
2. Place the correct desiccant in the designated lower section when required.
3. Position the plate or platform securely if one is included in the confirmed configuration.
4. Place suitable samples, crucibles, or containers inside without direct contact with the desiccant.
5. Close the lid carefully according to the desiccator design.
6. Allow dried samples to cool for the required period before weighing or further analysis.
7. Open the chamber carefully and promptly transfer the sample for the next analytical step.

Safety note: Never apply vacuum unless the exact desiccator model is verified for vacuum service. Avoid thermal shock, inspect glassware before every use, and handle hot laboratory items with appropriate tools.

Care & Maintenance

• Keep sealing surfaces clean and free from sample residue or abrasive particles.
• Replace or regenerate the desiccant according to its condition and laboratory procedure.
• Avoid impact, scratches, thermal shock, and sudden temperature changes.
• Store the desiccator in a stable location where the lid and glass body cannot be knocked or damaged.

Why Choose Science Lab Supplies

Science Lab Supplies manufactures and exports laboratory and educational scientific equipment for schools, colleges, universities, research institutions, and institutional laboratories. Its portfolio includes laboratory glassware, chemistry apparatus, analytical equipment, and scientific instruments. Buyers can source a Glass Desiccator alongside complementary chemistry laboratory equipment and laboratory sample containers. Product-specific dimensions, glass grade, plate configuration, accessories, and vacuum suitability should be confirmed before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Glass Desiccator used for?

A Glass Desiccator is used to maintain a low-humidity environment around suitable laboratory samples, particularly during cooling, temporary storage, or protection from atmospheric moisture.

Can a Glass Desiccator be used for cooling samples before weighing?

Yes. A common laboratory application is cooling oven-dried samples while reducing renewed moisture uptake before analytical weighing.

Does a Glass Desiccator require a desiccant?

A suitable desiccant is commonly used when the procedure requires a dry internal environment. The correct drying agent should be selected according to the sample and laboratory method.

Can this Glass Desiccator be used under vacuum?

Vacuum suitability is . Never evacuate a glass desiccator unless the specific product is explicitly designed and rated for vacuum service.

What can be stored inside a Glass Desiccator?

Depending on the laboratory procedure, a desiccator may hold moisture-sensitive samples, hygroscopic materials, crucibles, weighing bottles, and compatible dried specimens.

Can a Glass Desiccator be used with weighing bottles?

Yes. Desiccators are commonly used to protect suitable weighing containers from atmospheric moisture. View the related Weighing Bottles available from Science Lab Supplies.

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