Rotary Vane Vacuum Pumps Ideal for Low Pressure Applications
Rotary vane pumps are positive-displacement pumps consisting of vanes mounted to a rotor that rotates inside of an oil-sealed cavity. These…
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Aspiration and Filtration Systems Ideal for Biological or Medical Liquids and Fluids
In biochemistry, cell culture and microbiology applications, aspirators are commonly used for the removal and disposal of liquids. The aspiration pump…
Comparing vacuum pumps – how to tell which provides a stronger vacuum?
When choosing a vacuum pump for any lab or industrial process such as vacuum filtration, rotary evaporators or for with…
How can I finely control the vacuum applied by my vacuum pump or system?
Some vacuum pumps or built in vacuum systems do not allow fine control over the vacuum applied. For rough work…
How can I safely dispose of my liquid lab waste and PCR waste?
Safely disposing of liquid waste in the lab, especially liquids in PCR multiwell plates, can be an awkward task. The…
What equipment do I need to perform a vacuum filtration?
Filtration under vacuum, also known as Büchner filtration, is commonly used to isolate the solid precipitate from a solution. This…
How can I make my lab greener? 5 tips to reduce your lab’s carbon footprint
Many laboratories want to make their operation more environmentally friendly and reduce their carbon footprint. The 5 steps below are a…
What is the difference between gravity and vacuum filtration?
There are two types of filtration which are commonly used in the laboratory and it is important to select the…
How can I extend the life of my rotary vane vacuum pump?
Rotary vane vacuum pumps are a popular choice in laboratories when a strong vacuum application is needed, but they do…
What is the difference between Rotary Vane and Diaphragm vacuum pumps?
Most laboratories will have a vacuum pump. They are widely used across labs of all disciplines for a range of…
Choosing a Vacuum Pump for your lab
Vacuum Pumps are found in every laboratory for a huge range of uses, but how do you decide which one…