Muffle Tray Fused Quartz for Laboratory Heat Treatment

Description

The Muffle Tray Fused Quartz, also known as a quartz muffle tray or laboratory furnace tray, is designed for supporting compatible samples and components during high-temperature heating and thermal treatment procedures. Manufactured by Infusil, these laboratory muffle trays are made from transparent fused quartz, a silica-based material valued for its thermal stability, low thermal expansion and resistance to many laboratory chemicals. The flat rectangular design provides a compact arrangement for positioning compatible laboratory materials inside suitable heating equipment. The tray’s construction allows it to be used in controlled furnace heating procedures, although temperature uniformity depends on the furnace and operating conditions.

The range includes two nominal lengths, 39 mm and 76 mm, with corresponding configurations of two holes and four holes. These variations allow laboratories to select the appropriate tray according to the number and dimensions of the components being supported. Fused quartz has a low coefficient of thermal expansion, providing resistance to thermal shock during appropriate laboratory heating and cooling procedures. However, the tray should be handled carefully to avoid mechanical damage and excessive thermal stress. The material also provides chemical resistance to many laboratory substances, making it suitable for compatible sample heating and analytical procedures. Chemical compatibility should be verified before exposing the tray to reactive substances, particularly at elevated temperatures.

These muffle trays can be used in analytical chemistry, materials research, sample preparation and industrial laboratory testing, where suitable specimens or laboratory components require support during controlled heating. The standard product is manufactured from transparent fused quartz. Laboratories requiring translucent fused silica may enquire about alternative material options, subject to manufacturer availability. Before use, confirm that the selected tray dimensions, hole configuration and material are compatible with the intended furnace and sample preparation method. The maximum operating temperature should be verified against the manufacturer’s specifications.

Safety Precautions: Use appropriate heat-resistant handling tools and protective equipment when removing trays from heated equipment. Avoid mechanical impact, inspect for cracks before reuse and allow the tray to cool under suitable laboratory conditions. Each selected variation is supplied as one Infusil Fused Quartz Muffle Tray, available in either the two-hole or four-hole configuration. Laboratory furnaces, crucibles and additional accessories are not included unless specified separately.

LabChoice Australia supplies fused quartz laboratory ware, muffle trays and high-temperature laboratory accessories for chemistry laboratories, universities, research institutions, industrial testing facilities and materials science laboratories.