Filling funnels are essential for filling bottles or transferring powders in the lab. Lab filling funnels are a specific shape, including a 60-degree angle, fitting well with the correct filter paper size other compatible equipment that can decrease filtering time.
Lab filling funnels are available in multiple materials suitable to withstand heavy laboratory applications. They are available in a wide range of sizes and dimensions and can hold different volumes of liquids.
Materials available include plastic, which can be reused or disposed of after one use. These are manufactured from polystyrene, polypropylene, polyethylene (LDPE or HDPE), and more.
Glass funnels are created with a resistant structure and allow various reagents and chemicals to be used. Metal funnels are also an excellent option. They are durable, reusable, and may be constructed from different metals.
Lab filling funnels are essential equipment for filling, decanting, or transferring liquids or powders from one vessel to another.