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A laboratory drying oven, also known as a hot air oven or a convection oven, which is a type of laboratory equipment used for various thermal applications.
Uses and Functions
Laboratory drying ovens are primarily used to remove moisture from samples and other materials by creating a uniform and controlled heated environment.
Description
A laboratory drying oven, also known as a hot air oven or a convection oven, which is a type of laboratory equipment used for various thermal applications.
Uses and Functions
Laboratory drying ovens are primarily used to remove moisture from samples and other materials by creating a uniform and controlled heated environment. Other uses include:
- Sterilization: Decontaminating instruments and glassware.
- Drying: Drying glassware, powders, and other samples.
- Curing: Curing polymers, adhesives, and coatings.
- Annealing: Improving the durability and flexibility of materials like glass and metal.
- Thermal Testing: Evaluating the long-term stability and durability of products.
Types of Laboratory Ovens
There are several types of lab ovens, with the most common being:
- Forced Air Convection Ovens: These ovens use a fan to circulate heated air, providing faster and more uniform heating, which is ideal for applications that require quick temperature recovery and consistent distribution.
- Gravity Convection Ovens: These ovens rely on natural airflow to heat the chamber. They are a low-cost alternative to forced-air ovens and are suitable for sensitive materials that might be disturbed by a fan-generated airflow.
- Vacuum Ovens: These ovens operate under a vacuum to dry or dehydrate materials at lower temperatures, which is useful for heat-sensitive samples or for processes where a lack of atmosphere is desired.
Product Information
Visual searches for this type of equipment show similar laboratory ovens from various manufacturers. These ovens typically feature a stainless steel interior chamber, an external shell often made of powder-coated steel, and a dual-layer tempered glass door for observation. They are equipped with a digital PID temperature controller for precise temperature management and a timer function.
Some similar products include:
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Lab Oven SLN 53 POL-EKO
: A 56-liter capacity lab oven with a maximum temperature of 300°C.
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Labtron Forced Air Drying Oven LFDO-A18
: A 225-liter oven with a temperature range of ambient +10°C to 300°C.
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Bolton Tools Drying Oven
: Available in various sizes, these ovens have an LCD display with a PID controller and a stainless steel working chamber.
