Product Description
A chemical reactor bench typically refers to a laboratory setup or equipment used for conducting experiments and research involving chemical reactions. These benches are designed to accommodate various types of chemical reactors, vessels, and instrumentation for studying and optimizing chemical processes. The specific components and equipment found on a chemical reactor bench may vary depending on the research needs, but they generally include:
1. Reactor Vessels: These are containers where the chemical reactions take place. They can come in various forms, such as glass or stainless steel reactors, and are often equipped with temperature and pressure control systems.
2. Stirrers and Agitators: These are used to mix and homogenize the reactants inside the reactor vessels. Magnetic stirrers and mechanical agitators are common choices.
3. Temperature Control: Heating and cooling systems, including hot plates, heating mantles, or temperature-controlled circulators, are essential for maintaining the desired reaction temperature.
4. Pressure Control: In some cases, reactions may require specific pressure conditions. Pressure controllers or autoclaves are used to regulate and monitor pressure.
5. Reactant Feed Systems: For continuous reactions or adding reactants gradually, feed systems like syringe pumps or peristaltic pumps can be employed.
6. Analytical Instruments: Equipment like spectrometers, chromatographs, and sensors may be present to monitor reaction progress and analyze the products.
7. Safety Features: Safety is a top priority in any laboratory, so you may find safety equipment like fume hoods, emergency showers, and eye-wash stations nearby.
8. Control and Data Acquisition: Modern reactor benches often include computer-based control systems and data acquisition tools to automate and record experimental parameters.
9. Chemicals and Reagents: The bench will also house the various chemicals and reagents needed for experiments.
10. Workspaces: Adequate bench space for researchers to work and conduct experiments, including storage space for glassware and chemicals.
11. Ventilation and Exhaust: Proper ventilation is crucial to remove fumes and ensure a safe working environment.
Chemical Reactors Bench Features:
1. 2x tanks for feeding the reagents with a capacity of 5 litres each for feeding reagents
2. 2x peristaltic feed pumps with a flow rate of 0 to 118 millilitres per minute
3. Circulation pump for hot water with electronic temperature control and safety thermostat manufactured from stainless steel.
4. Digital conductivity meter with sensor.
5. Electrical control unit with earth leakage circuit breaker, 2 displays for r.p.m. of pumps, a display for stirring rate and an electronic thermostat.