Laboratory Hot Plate with Simmerstat Temperature Control

Description

The Laboratory Hot Plate with Simmerstat Temperature Control, also known as a laboratory heating plate or electric laboratory hotplate, is designed for general-purpose heating applications in school science laboratories, university teaching facilities, research laboratories and industrial testing environments. The hot plate operates from a standard 240 V AC mains supply and provides 600 W of heating power, making it suitable for routine laboratory procedures requiring controlled heat input. The rectangular 200 × 180 mm heating surface is manufactured from a high-temperature alloy designed to promote even temperature distribution across the plate. This provides a practical heating area for compatible laboratory glassware, including borosilicate beakers and flat-bottom flasks.

The instrument features a Simmerstat heating control with continuously adjustable settings from LO to HI. The regulator allows users to increase or decrease the electrical heating input according to the requirements of the experiment. Unlike a digital temperature-controlled hot plate, a Simmerstat primarily regulates heating power rather than maintaining a precise selected surface temperature. For experiments requiring accurate temperature monitoring, a suitable external laboratory thermometer or temperature probe should be used. At the HI setting, the heating plate can reach an approximate maximum temperature of 420°C, depending on operating conditions, ambient temperature and the vessel or load placed on the surface.

This laboratory hot plate is suitable for heating aqueous solutions, warming compatible laboratory vessels, maintaining gentle heat during experiments and supporting general sample preparation procedures. Its straightforward control system makes the unit practical for educational laboratories where students need to understand heat transfer, temperature changes and electric heating principles. For safe operation, place the hot plate on a stable, heat-resistant laboratory bench with adequate ventilation and clearance from surrounding materials. Ensure that all glassware and containers are suitable for the intended heating temperature.

Safety Precautions: The heating surface can become extremely hot and may remain hot after the power is switched off. Use appropriate heat-resistant gloves or laboratory tongs, and allow the unit to cool before cleaning or moving it. Do not use the hot plate for heating flammable solvents, volatile chemicals, sealed containers or pressure-sensitive vessels unless a documented risk assessment confirms that the equipment and environment are suitable. Never leave the hot plate operating unattended.

This product is intended for laboratory and educational settings only and should be used under appropriate supervision. The unit is supplied as the selected Laboratory Hot Plate with Simmerstat Control only. Beakers, flasks, thermometers, temperature probes, retort stands, clamps and additional heating accessories are not included unless specified separately.

LabChoice Australia supplies Laboratory Hot Plates and heating equipment for school science laboratories, university teaching laboratories, research facilities, chemistry laboratories and industrial testing environments requiring dependable equipment for routine laboratory heating applications.

Features

• Adjustable Heating Control: Simmerstat regulator allows continuous adjustment of heating power to suit different laboratory heating requirements.
• High-Temperature Alloy Surface: Rectangular alloy heating plate is designed to distribute heat evenly across the working surface.
• 600 W Heating Capacity: Provides practical heating performance for routine laboratory experiments and sample preparation.
• Compact Rectangular Design: The 200 × 180 mm heating area accommodates suitable laboratory vessels, including beakers and flasks.
• High-Temperature Operation: Reaches an approximate maximum plate temperature of 420°C under suitable operating conditions.