Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Petroleum Spirit 40-60 ER
Quantity/Pack Size – 2.5 LT
Form – Liquid
Grade – ER (Extra Pure / Laboratory Reagent)
Application – General laboratory solvent, extraction, cleaning, chromatography
Product Overview
Petroleum Spirit 40-60 ER is a highly refined, clear, and volatile hydrocarbon solvent, meticulously prepared for demanding laboratory applications. Characterized by its specific boiling range of 40-60°C, this grade offers excellent solubility for non-polar compounds and is a preferred choice where a fast-evaporating solvent is required. Its “ER” grade designation signifies a high level of purity, ensuring minimal interference in sensitive experiments and analytical procedures. This particular fraction of petroleum spirit is largely composed of saturated hydrocarbons, making it chemically stable and consistent in its performance. It is widely utilized across various scientific disciplines for tasks such as cleaning glassware, extracting lipids, thinning oils, and as a mobile phase component in certain chromatographic separations. The carefully controlled boiling point range ensures predictable evaporation rates, which is crucial for achieving reliable and reproducible results in the laboratory environment. eqipped provides this essential solvent to support researchers, students, and educators with a dependable and high-quality product for their experimental needs, maintaining stringent quality standards for consistency.
FAQs
1. What are the primary uses of Petroleum Spirit 40-60 ER in a lab setting?
Petroleum Spirit 40-60 ER is commonly used as a general solvent for cleaning laboratory equipment, an extracting agent for non-polar substances like fats and oils, a diluent, and a component in certain chromatographic separations.
2. How should Petroleum Spirit 40-60 ER be stored safely?
It should be stored in a tightly sealed container in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and incompatible materials. Due to its flammability, keep it away from ignition sources.
3. What safety precautions are necessary when handling this solvent?
Always use Petroleum Spirit 40-60 ER in a fume hood or well-ventilated area. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and a lab coat. Avoid inhalation of vapors and skin contact.
4. Can Petroleum Spirit 40-60 ER be used as a fuel?
No, Petroleum Spirit 40-60 ER is specifically purified for laboratory use as a solvent and should not be used as a fuel or for any purpose other than its intended scientific applications.
5. What does the “ER” grade signify for this Petroleum Spirit?
The “ER” grade stands for “Extra Pure” or “Laboratory Reagent,” indicating a high level of purity suitable for general laboratory work, analytical procedures, and preparative chemistry where consistency and reliability are crucial.
