Chemistry Lab Equipment

volumetric flask

Used to make up solutions of fixed volume with high precision and it is only calibrated for a single volume.

graduated pipette

measure volume more accurate than graduated cylinder

Burette/Buret

Used to measure the volume

volumetric pipette

Used to collect or administer a single volume. It is very precise.

Electronic analytical balance

Used measure the mass of substances to +/-0.0001 precision.

Bunsen burner

Gas burner that produce intense blue flame used to catalyze chemical reactions, melt solids, or heat up liquids

crucible

A container for high temperature heating.

crucible tongs

Used to pick up hot crucibles

conical flask or Erlenmeyer flask

Used to hold substances that may splatter when heated or may require a cork

funnel

used with filter paper to remove solid particles from solutions (liquids) or transfer liquids

beaker

hold liquids and solids. Often used as reaction container

pipe clay triangle

Used to support round bottom dishes when they are heated over a bunsen burner

stirring rod

Used to stir chemicals

graduated cylinder

Measures volume

hot plate

a lab tool used to heat substances

ring stand

a support with many uses

test tube

Used to test small amounts of chemicals for various reactions or observations

test tube brushes

Used to clean cylinder shaped lab equiment

plastic wash bottle

A container used to dispense distilled water or other liquids in a controlled manner

watch glasses

Washing solids out of a container or off a stirring rod when filtering. (decanting)

wire gauze

Used to support glassware when placed across a support ring

test tube rack

Used to keep testubes upright and usually has long pegs that will allow test tubes to dry upside down

weighing boats

Small containers used to weigh solid chemicals on a balance without direct contact.

top-loading balances

Laboratory scales designed for weighing samples from the top, allowing for easy access and measurement of larger items.

Pipette filler or pump

A device used to draw liquid into a pipette, allowing for precise transfer of liquids in laboratory settings.

Micropipette

A small, precise instrument used to measure and transfer very small volumes of liquid, typically in microliters, in laboratory experiments.

Syringe

A device used to inject or withdraw fluids

Spatula

mixing, spreading, or lifting substances, typically powders or liquids.

Retort Stand and clamps

hold and support various equipment such as flasks and test tubes

Tripod Stand

A three-legged support structure used to hold laboratory equipment, often used with a heat source like a Bunsen burner.

Desiccator

A sealed container used to keep moisture-sensitive items dry, often containing desiccants.

reagent bottle

A container used to store chemical , typically with a tight seal to prevent contamination and evaporation.

dropper

transfer liquids in precise amounts, often featuring a rubber bulb for suction.

rubber tube

A flexible tube used to transport liquids or gases,

lighter

create a flame

heating mantle

used to apply heat to containers, as an alternative to other forms of heated bath.

thermometer

measures temperature

glass rod with platinum wire

used for flame tests, electrochemical experiments

dropping bottle

a bottle designed to supply liquid in drops

safety glasses

protect against light to moderate impact and flying particles

clamp holder

used to secure clamps to a retort stand (also called a ring stand)

test tube holder

used to hold and handle test tubes safely

ring clamp

used to support equipment such as funnels, wire gauze, or beakers by attaching to a retort stand (ring stand).

forceps

handheld tools used for grasping, holding, or manipulating small objects that are difficult to handle with fingers.