Application and use of glass reactors

Application and use of glass reactors

Glass reactors are experimental equipment commonly used in the fields of chemistry, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, etc., and are favored for their characteristics of not reacting with the reaction materials. The following are the applications and use of glass reactors:

Application fields:

Chemical synthesis: used for high-precision, high-risk chemical experimental operations, such as the synthesis of new materials and compounds.

Pharmaceutical industry: used in drug synthesis, intermediate preparation and other processes to ensure the safety and accuracy of the reaction.

Biotechnology: In the process of biopharmaceuticals, vaccine preparation, etc., glass reactors provide a sterile environment.

New material synthesis: Glass reactors can be used for synthesis experiments of new materials, such as nanomaterials.

Microreactor technology: In continuous flow synthesis, glass microreactors are widely used due to their advantages such as efficient mixing, efficient heat transfer, and narrow residence time distribution.

Usage and precautions:

Inspect the instrument: Check the instrument carefully before use to confirm whether the glass bottle is damaged and whether the interfaces are consistent. Be careful to handle it with care.

Clean the interface: Wipe each interface with a soft cloth, then apply a little vacuum grease, and cover it after use to prevent dust and sand from entering.

Avoid overtightening: The interfaces should not be tightened too much, and they should be loosened regularly to avoid the connectors from biting.

Operation sequence: Turn on the power switch first, then let the machine run from slow to fast, stop the machine when shutting down, and then turn off the switch.

Temperature control: Pay close attention to temperature changes to avoid glass breakage caused by excessive temperature shock.

Pressure control: Pay attention to pressure changes. Excessive pressure may cause equipment damage or safety accidents, and too low pressure may affect the experimental results.

Emergency handling: In case of emergency such as leakage, fire, explosion, etc., stop the experiment immediately, evacuate the dangerous area, and take emergency measures.

Cleaning and maintenance: Clean in time after use, check and maintain regularly to ensure that the reactor can operate normally.

When using a glass reactor, operators need to receive necessary training and master the correct operating methods and precautions to ensure the smooth progress of the experiment and the safety of the operators.