Featuring high-purity cellulose fiber technology delivering exceptional extraction efficiency for Soxhlet apparatus applications. Manufactured from high-quality alpha cellulose cotton linter construction provides consistent 1.5mm wall thickness while maintaining structural integrity throughout repeated extraction cycles. Maximum operating temperature of 120°C enables reliable processing of heat-sensitive compounds across diverse analytical protocols requiring validated solvent extraction methods.
Key Cellulose Fiber Characteristics
- High-purity cellulose fibers ensure maximum purity and minimal sample loss during extraction processes while eliminating contamination risks
- Excellent mechanical strength and retention capabilities withstand aggressive solvents and extended extraction cycles without dimensional change
- Hydrophilic surface chemistry optimizes solvent penetration for efficient extraction of solids and semi-solids in analytical applications
- Binderless construction eliminates organic additives that could interfere with trace analysis and gravimetric determinations
- Consistent porosity delivers reproducible extraction kinetics while maintaining sample containment throughout processing cycles
Key Construction Characteristics
- Standard 90mm x 200mm (ID x Height) dimensions provide optimal capacity for large sample volumes in most Soxhlet extraction units
- Uniform 1.5mm wall thickness ensures mechanical stability during reflux operations while optimizing solvent flow patterns
- Nonsterile construction ready for immediate use in routine analytical protocols without pre-treatment requirements
- Operating temperature range to 120°C accommodates standard solvent systems including hexane, acetone, and chloroform
- Compatible packaging of 25 thimbles per pack optimizes laboratory inventory management for high-throughput extraction laboratories
LE-CT5-055 thimbles achieve superior extraction efficiency across applications including analysis of pesticide residues, determination of oil/fat content of foods, and analysis of oil and grease in solid wastes. Validated performance for air and waste gas analysis transforms these thimbles into essential tools for environmental monitoring, accelerating your analytical workflows even during complex multi-stage extraction procedures. Universal compatibility with automated Soxhlet extractor systems maximizes your analytical flexibility when processing botanical extracts, pharmaceutical compounds, and environmental samples demanding both chemical purity and consistent extraction performance.
- Dimensions
- 90mm x 200mm
- Material
- Cellulose
- Pack Count
- 25
- Sterility
- Nonsterile
- Weight
- 6
- Wetability
- Hydrophilic
- Whatman Equivalent
- 2800-338