2Mag External Controllers and Stirrers
2Mag have a wide range of magnetic stirrers, with some having an internal controller, and others requiring an external controller….
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Vortex mixer vs centrifuge
Vortex mixers are mainly used to mix samples in tubes, plates and occasionally flasks by creating a vortex within the…
Air cushioned vs positive displacement pipettes
Pipettes are used to transfer specific volumes of solutions from one place to another. These are used mainly in analytical…
What does a Vortex Mixer do?
A vortex mixer is a piece of laboratory equipment that is used in the rapid mixing of samples. This type…
A simple guide to desiccators
Desiccators are sealed containers that are used for drying samples under atmospheric pressure or vacuum pressure. These can also protect…
Syringe filters – which one do I need?
Syringe filters are used to help filter samples containing solid particles, into sample tubes for analysis. These work by using…
Parafilm : Frequently asked questions
Parafilm is a semi-transparent sealing film that is used widely in labs and beyond since it was invented in the…
What is the difference between aluminium, ceramic & ceramic coated hotplates?
Hotplates or combined hotplate stirrers are used in most laboratories for basic heating and stirring applications. Many models are offered…
What is the difference between the readability and accuracy of a balance?
There are many options out there when it comes to laboratory balances. Other than the maximum capacity, one of the…
What vials and sample cells are compatible with my Hach DR900?
The DR900 by Hach is a robust, portable colorimeter, capable of performing many dozens of different tests, supporting the Hach…
An overhead stirrer with reversible action
The EUROSTAR 100 Control by IKA features a unique reversible – clockwise and counter clockwise stirring action. It’s a laboratory…
Discontinued products announcement: ChloroSense, ChlordioXense, ChlordioX Plus, ChloroSense HR and PAASense
Palintest have announced that the ChloroSense, ChlordioXense, ChlordioX Plus, ChloroSense HR and PAASense units have been discontinued and have been replaced…