Sloping Steam Distillation Heads BORO 3.3 Glass
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- Designed for efficient steam distillation with improved condensate flow control
- Sloping head geometry helps reduce liquid hold-up and improves separation efficiency
- Suitable for essential oil extraction, organic chemistry distillation, and teaching laboratories
- Precision ground joints ensure secure, leak-resistant connections with standard lab glassware
- Durable, heat and chemical resistant construction for repeated high-temperature use
- Made from LabChoice BORO 3.3 glass – High quality, supplied by LabChoice Australia
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Sloping steam distillation heads supplied by LabChoice Australia provide efficient vapor guidance and controlled condensate flow for steam distillation workflows used in analytical, teaching and industrial laboratories. Manufactured from premium BORO 3.3 borosilicate glass that complies with ISO 3585 and ASTM E438 Type 1 Class A standards, these heads deliver excellent thermal stability, chemical resistance and mechanical durability under sustained heating and steam exposure. The sloping geometry promotes smooth vapor transfer toward the condenser while reducing liquid carryover and minimising reflux disruption.
Each steam distillation head features precision ground glass joints manufactured in accordance with ISO 383 and ASTM E676 specifications, ensuring leak tight compatibility with boiling flasks, steam generators, condensers and modular distillation assemblies. The internal pathway is designed to accommodate mixed vapor streams of water and volatile compounds, allowing efficient separation while maintaining steady steam flow. The high clarity BORO 3.3 construction enables clear observation of vapor movement, condensate formation and operational stability during distillation.
Sloping steam distillation heads are widely used in essential oil extraction, botanical and aromatic compound isolation, flavour and fragrance research, environmental analysis and academic teaching laboratories. They are particularly effective for distilling temperature sensitive or water immiscible compounds from plant material, resins and natural products. The angled outlet improves condensate drainage, reduces pressure build up and supports consistent yield recovery during extended distillation runs.
All sloping steam distillation heads supplied by LabChoice Australia undergo ISO 9001 aligned quality control inspection. This includes dimensional accuracy verification, joint taper conformity assessment, internal surface smoothness checks, clarity inspection and thermal shock testing. Each unit is validated for full compliance with ISO 3585 and ASTM E438 borosilicate performance standards, and all joints conform to ISO 383 and ASTM E676 interchangeability requirements. These rigorous quality measures ensure safe, reliable and long lasting performance for laboratories requiring precise steam distillation control.