Safely disposing of liquid waste in the lab, especially liquids in PCR multiwell plates, can be an awkward task. The Handvac units from Welch Ilmvac allow you to quickly, easily and safely draw up waste liquid from used PCR plates to collect it in a waste vessel for later disposal. The specialised attachments available make vacuum aspiration from any container quick and simple, while the ...
Rotary vane vacuum pumps are a popular choice in laboratories when a strong vacuum application is needed, but they do need maintenance to keep them running smoothly. However, there are some simple steps you can follow to extend the life of your pump and the pump oil [caption id="attachment_6273" align="aligncenter" width="294"] Rotary Vane Vacuum pumps are used in the lab for a range of a...
Most laboratories will have a vacuum pump. They are widely used across labs of all disciplines for a range of tasks from basic filtrations or evacuating a desiccator right up to use with large equipment such as vacuum ovens or rotary evaporators. The two most common types are rotary vane or diaphragm pumps - but what do these mean and what is the difference? [caption id="attachment_5483" ...
Vacuum Pumps are found in every laboratory for a huge range of uses, but how do you decide which one is suitable for the task? Laboratory vacuum pumps can have a lot of different features, which makes them suitable for different jobs. For example, "chemical duty" pumps have better chemical resistance, for working with organic solvents or corrosive substances. Others can apply pres...
