Plastic Desiccators

These Thermo Scientific Nalgene Plastic Desiccators feature a polycarbonate body with a wide, stable base. Choose from two types:

Desiccator NAL5311-0250 is suitable for both vacuum and non-vacuum applications. It includes a silicone O-ring seal that requires no grease. TPE caps seal the side-arms for non-vacuum use. The stopcock can be removed for cleaning. Maximum clearance above the plate is 195 mm. Desiccator accepts 1/4" to 3/8" I.D vacuum tubing (not included). Use at room temperature only.

Desiccator NAL5310-0250 is designed for vacuum applications. No gasket or vacuum draw is necessary to achieve a tight seal—only grease is needed. The straight bore design of the non-removable Teflon® stopcock eliminates leakage. Maximum clearance above the plate is 143 mm. Body-mounted vacuum stopcock accepts 1/4" tubing.

Both models include a 250mm polycarbonate cover and accept standard 230mm plates (order separately). Do not autoclave or use with organic solvents or concentrated acids.

Autoclavable Desiccator Plate NAL5312-0230 is impervious to virtually all acids and alkalis. Numbered quadrants provide a reference point for locating crucibles. The plate has six holes in each quadrant and a 22mm center hole; plate diameter is 230mm. Plate meets the requirements of Standard Methods of Water and Wastewater examination.

Key Features

• Will not shatter or implode when used according to instructions—safer than glass options
• Impervious to all solid desiccants, including alkalis and dilute acids