Recovery Assembly

Recovery Assembly, consisting of flask R.B. 2000ml, still head, jacketed coil condenser 150mm, receiver adapter, and dropping funnel 100ml with stopper.

Description

The MEDILAB Recovery Assembly is a complete laboratory glassware setup designed for efficient solvent recovery, distillation, and purification of chemical mixtures. It includes a 2000 mL round bottom flask, still head, 150 mm jacketed coil condenser, a receiver adapter, and a 100 mL dropping funnel with a stopper. This assembly enables safe and controlled separation of volatile components, making it essential for chemical processing, research workflows, and routine analytical operations.

 Key Features

  • Complete functional distillation system optimised for solvent recovery and purification tasks.
  • Premium Borosilicate Glass 3.3 ensures excellent thermal shock resistance and chemical durability.
  • Jacketed coil condenser (150 mm) provides highly efficient cooling and vapor condensation.
  • Dropping funnel with stopper (100 mL) enables controlled reagent addition during processing.
  • Ground glass joints ensure airtight, leak-free connections and compatibility with standard laboratory setups.
  • Crystal-clear visibility for easy monitoring of vapor flow and solvent collection.
  • Uniform wall thickness for improved mechanical strength and long service life.
  • Safe for repeated heating cycles, ideal for labs performing daily recovery processes.

Material Specifications

  • Material: High-grade Borosilicate Glass 3.3
  • Thermal Properties: Low thermal expansion coefficient (3.3 × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹). Withstands rapid heating and cooling cycles. Stable under continuous heating and reflux conditions
  • Chemical Properties: Resistant to acids, organic solvents, bases, and corrosive chemicals. Non-reactive, ensuring contamination-free operations
  • Mechanical Properties: High tensile and mechanical strength. Annealed to remove internal glass stresses
  • Compliance: Manufactured according to global laboratory standards.

Technical Specifications

  • Joint Type: Standard ground glass joints (e.g., 24/29 or custom on request)
  • Accuracy & Tolerance: Standard dimensional tolerance with precision-ground joints
  • Available Variants: Custom volumes and condenser lengths available on request
  • Accessories (Optional): Clamps, stands, heating mantles, tubing, and support hardware

 Handling & Precautions

  • Check all components for chips or cracks before each use.
  • Ensure all joints are properly lubricated and securely connected.
  • Always use controlled heating sources such as mantles or water/oil baths.
  • Avoid sudden temperature changes to prevent thermal shock.
  • Allow glassware to cool gradually before cleaning or disassembly.
  • Clean using mild laboratory detergents and non-abrasive brushes.
  • Suitable for autoclaving within Borosilicate Glass 3.3 temperature limits.
  • Do not apply excessive mechanical force when fitting joints.
  • Replace any damaged component immediately for user safety.

 Applications

  • Chemical Laboratories: Solvent recovery, purification, and sample preparation.
  • Pharmaceutical Industry: Distillation of intermediates and solvent recycling.
  • Biotechnology & Life Sciences: Purification of reaction mixtures and extraction processes.
  • Academic & Research Institutions: Teaching distillation principles and conducting routine experiments.
  • Quality Control / Quality Assurance Labs: Recovery of analytical solvents and preparation of test samples.
  • Integral to daily lab workflows involving distillation, concentration, recycling, and purification of volatile chemicals.