Lab Bottle is a common term for a glass or plastic container to hold liquids or powdered chemicals in a laboratory. They usually have graduated bottles with marks on the sides that indicate the approximate (often with a 10% error) amount of liquid in the bottle.
Plastic Bottles
Plastic laboratory bottles are lightweight, durable, and don’t break or leak like glass. They’re also easy to transport and move around.
In addition, they’re chemically inert to many substances, except for some strong oxidizers. This makes them ideal for storing liquids and solid chemicals.
A large selection of plastic lab bottles is available in various sizes and materials. Choosing the correct type of bottle is essential based on your chemical compatibility and heat requirements.
DURAN(r) laboratory bottles are available in a wide mouth or narrow neck to accommodate different applications. They feature a printed Retrace Code for manufacturing lot traceability and certification and a marking field in permanent white enamel.
Glass Bottles
Lab bottle is used in a variety of different laboratory applications. They include reagent bottles, flasks, and jars. They are also commonly used for storing and shipping liquids.
Glass is one of the most popular types of bottles used in labs due to its chemical and water stability. They’re also non-porous, meaning they don’t allow chemicals to leach into the product.
They’re also very lightweight, reducing energy usage during the manufacturing process. This helps to reduce the impact on the environment.
The raw materials needed to make glass bottles are silica (sand), soda ash, limestone, and cullet (furnace-ready, recycled glass). They’re combined into a specific mixture based on the desired properties of the bottle.
Nalgene Bottles
Nalgene bottles are used in various lab applications because they’re lightweight and won’t shatter when dropped. They’re also inexpensive and durable enough to last for years.
They’re made from a variety of plastics to fit any laboratory application, including PPCO, low-density polyethylene (LDPE), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polypropylene terephthalate (PPT), and fluoropolymer (FEP). Choose narrow-mouth lab-quality bottles or large lab bottles in PPCO, LDPE, or HDPE.
Many Nalgene bottles come with a leak-proof cap that twists on securely and is easy to remove when empty. They can also be customized with text, graphics, and photos to make them even more unique.
Some of these bottles are BPA-free, which is essential to know if you’re concerned about the environmental impact of plastics. They’re also dishwasher-safe and made in the U.S., making them an excellent option for families and outdoor lovers. And, of course, they’re recyclable! But don’t forget to wash them regularly to keep them odor-free.
Fluoropolymer Bottles
Fluoropolymer bottles are a hot item in the lab world due to their excellent chemical resistance, temperature capabilities, and ability to handle harsh chemical solutions. They offer excellent resistance to acids, bases, and organic solvents.
These FEP and PFA lab bottles are available in various sizes and shapes for all your lab needs. They are also autoclavable and can be rigorously cleaned in boiling nitric acid.
The most advanced range of fluoropolymer bottles ever produced by Savillex, these are manufactured by a unique stretch blow molding process giving a smoother surface and superior sealing. They are molded from the highest purity virgin resin in an ISO class 7 cleanroom. This makes them the safest and cleanest fluoropolymer-based bottles on the market. The best part is they come in a dazzling array of colors and designs. They are the obvious choice for various trace metal analysis and organic solvent applications.
