Soxhlet Extraction Apparatus – Flask, Extractor, and Condenser

Description

The Soxhlet Extraction Apparatus is an essential laboratory setup for the efficient extraction of soluble components from solid materials using solvents. This system comprises three main components: a flask, an extractor, and a condenser, all made from high-quality borosilicate glass to ensure durability and resistance to thermal and chemical stress. Widely used in chemical, pharmaceutical, and environmental labs, this apparatus offers precise and effective extraction for a variety of applications, such as determining fat content, isolating bioactive compounds, or purifying mixtures.

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Key Features

1. Flask:

Material: Borosilicate glass for superior thermal resistance and chemical inertness.

Capacity Options: Available in various sizes to suit different extraction needs.

Functionality: Acts as the solvent reservoir during the extraction process.

2. Extractor:

Design: Central unit with a siphon tube and thimble holder to facilitate solvent cycling.

Material: Borosilicate glass, ensuring durability and precision.

Functionality: Holds the sample material and allows solvent to percolate for efficient extraction.

3. Condenser:

Material: Borosilicate glass for effective cooling and condensation.

Design: Standard Liebig or jacketed coil condenser, ensuring optimal condensation of solvent vapors.

Functionality: Returns condensed solvent to the extractor, creating a continuous cycle for thorough extraction.

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Product Highlights

Efficient Solvent Usage: Facilitates continuous extraction by recycling solvent through the system, minimizing waste.

High-Quality Materials: Made entirely from borosilicate glass, ensuring durability and compatibility with a wide range of solvents.

Precise Design: Optimized for consistent and reliable extraction performance in laboratory settings.

Versatile Applications: Suitable for use with various solvents and solid samples in multiple scientific fields.

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Applications

1. Fat and Lipid Extraction:

Commonly used in food and agricultural industries to analyze fat content in samples like seeds, oils, and meats.

2. Bioactive Compound Isolation:

Extracts valuable components from natural products, including plants and herbs, for pharmaceutical or cosmetic purposes.

3. Chemical Analysis:

Used to separate and quantify soluble compounds in solid mixtures during research and quality control.

4. Environmental Testing:

Assists in analyzing contaminants, such as pesticides or pollutants, in soil and sediment samples.

5. Purification Processes:

Helps purify solid compounds by removing unwanted soluble impurities.

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Why Choose This Soxhlet Extraction Apparatus?

Durable and Reliable: Constructed from high-quality borosilicate glass for excellent thermal and chemical resistance.

Efficient Extraction Process: Allows for continuous solvent cycling, ensuring thorough and consistent extraction.

Customizable Sizes: Available in multiple flask and extractor capacities to suit specific lab requirements.

Widely Applicable: A versatile tool for chemical, biological, and environmental research.

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Technical Specifications

Material: Borosilicate Glass

Components: Flask, Extractor, and Condenser

Flask Capacity: Customizable (e.g., 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, etc.)

Condenser Type: Liebig or jacketed coil

Compatibility: Suitable for a wide range of solvents and applications