Ai SolventVap 13G/50L Rotary Evaporator Motorized+Manual Lift

Regular price $13,990.00

Ai SolventVap 50L series rotary evaporators is now ETL tested to UL/CSA standards, this certification is required by many municipalities, and it also provides a higher standard of equipment safety and lifespan. SolventVap comes standard with vertical glassware and digital temperature/rotation control, while its optimized bath volume allows for rapid heat-up times. The condenser unit has specially designed glass tubes that utilize surface area extremely efficiently. That’s why our SolventVap evaporators consistently deliver reliable and reproducible process results that are usually reserved for more costly systems. Another important aspect of the SolventVap is the safety features, which includes dry-run protection, water bath over-temperature shut-off protection, and fuse protection.

Rotary evaporator features a specially designed motor and worm gear, which provides constant rotation at speeds from 10 to 180 rpm. As the flask containing the solvent is rotated, it continually transfers a thin layer of liquid over the entire inner surface. This gives a very large surface area for evaporation, which is caused by the gentle heating from the water bath. The rotating system is fitted with a special seal that allows the apparatus to be placed under vacuum, effectively reducing the boiling point of the solvents and removing the vapor phase, making the process much more efficient. Each unit is also equipped with an easy-to-use vacuum release and a continuous feed system, which allows solvent to be constantly drawn into the rotating flask without needing to stop the operation.

Digital water bath operates from ambient temperature to 99°C (210°F) with PID temperature control stepping at 0.1°C increments. Heating coils are located directly inside the pan for the most efficient heating possible. A built-in overheat protector will shut down power, should the controller fail.

Standard Glassware Set includes 13.2 gallon (50 liters) round-bottomed evaporating flask, 5.28 gallon (20 liters) round-bottomed receiving flask, and vertical condenser. Rotary evaporators with vertical glass condenser are great for distillation of solvents with higher boiling points.

Features

  • ETL tested to UL and CSA standards (a $3,000 value). CE certification optional.
  • New condenser insulation sleeves increase safety by protecting lab personnel from injury, in case of shattered glass caused by thermal shock. They also protect glassware and increase cooling efficiency (included with rotovap purchase).
  • Water bath cover enhances safety by protecting evaporating flask and the material inside; it gives you uniform temperature inside evaporation flask as well as energy saving by reducing heat loss. It also creates a better lab environment by preventing heat and humidity from escaping.
  • New swivel casters can be adjusted for rotovap to stand securely on uneven floor.
  • Come standard with a stainless steel 50L evaporating flask carrier with silicone cushions, custom made for Ai 50L SolventVap series rotary evaporators. This carrier can be placed on top of our 50L SolventVap's water bath for easy loading and unloading, or used as a flask stand.
  • Solvent-resistant PTFE and Viton gaskets, ensuring long time operation.
  • Specialized motor with extremely compact, intermeshed worm and worm gear provides precise driving for very quiet, vibration-free operation.
  • Downward-condensing vacuum connection design ensures safe vacuum operation.
  • Motorized water bath lifting for precise control.
  • Additional manual water bath lift provides you peace of mind in case of power failure.
  • Easy, straight-forward visual operation with digital speed and temperature display.
  • PID temperature controller ensures accurate temperature control is maintained.
  • One year warranty on rotary evaporator except glassware and all sealing gaskets.

Your safety is important to us! Please use caution when operating. Users of glass reaction equipment must take all necessary precautions to avoid contact with rotating parts, particularly entanglement of loose clothing, hair, necklaces, or other jewelry. Under these circumstances, the winding action of the rotating parts can draw the user(s) into the apparatus, resulting in breakage of glassware, burns, and/or chemical exposure. Extra caution must also be taken when operating with air-reactive materials, especially under vacuum. A leak can draw air into the apparatus and cause a violent reaction to occur.

Specifications

 Electrical requirements
 220V 50/60Hz single phase, 29A, 6400 watts (rotation speed: 400 watts)
 Glass material  High borosilicate glass 3.3
 Evaporating flask
 Capacity: 13.2 gallon (50 liters or 1.8 cu ft)
 Maximum load: Not to exceed 60% of the flask's capacity
 Sealing flange: 4.9" diameter
 Rotation speed: 10 to 110 rpm
 Evaporating speed: 
2 gallon/hour (water), 4 gallon/hour (alcohol)
 Receiving flask
 5.28 gallon (20 liters or 0.7 cu ft)
 Condenser  Glassware: Main + auxiliary triple-circulating cold traps, vertical
 Chilling fluid connection: 3/8" hose barb x 4 (2 on main + 2 on auxiliary)
 Condensing surface
   Main condenser: 11,500 cm2 or 12.4 sq ft
   Auxiliary condenser: 4,000 cm2 or 4.3 sq ft
 Working environment
 5 to 95°F
 Water bath
 Temperature range: ambient to 99°C (210°F)
 Temperature controller: digital
 Dimensions: 22.1" diameter x 12.2" height
 Material: stainless steel
 Media: distilled water only
 Max. water level: not to exceed 1" from the top rim of the bath
 Number of heaters: three
 Drain port: one
 Lifting: Motorized + manual
 Maximum lifting distance: 9 inches
 Vacuum
 Ultimate vacuum level: < 3 torrs
 Sealing: PTFE + Viton gaskets
 Connection: 3/8" hose barb x 1
 Safety  Dry-run, over-temp shut-off, built-in circuit breakers
 Dimensions (WxDxH)  Unit: 52 x 30 x 92" (fully assembled)
 Shipping: 
46 x 28 x 58" (Evaporator), 41 x 34 x 32" (glassware)
 Shipping weight  525 Lbs
 Download  Product brochure
 Compliance  UL 61010-1: 2012 Ed.3 + R: 29 Apr 2016
 CSA C22.2# 61010-1-12: 2012 Ed.3+ U1; U2 (R2017)
 CE (Only available in 380V 50Hz, 3-Phase)

 

 

 

 


 

 

A rotary evaporator is a device used in chemical laboratories for the efficient and gentle removal of solvents from samples by evaporation. The process of rotary evaporation is most often used to separate solvents with low boiling points, such a n-hexane or ethyl acetate, from compounds which are solid at room temperature and pressure. However, careful application also allows for the removal of a solvent from a sample containing a liquid compound, if there is minimal co-evaporation (azeotropic behavior) and a sufficient difference in boiling points at the chosen temperature and reduced pressure.

 

    

 

Example:The following table is a list of a variety of substances ordered by increasing vapor pressure (in absolute units).

 
Standard package

 Part description

 Quantity

Part image

 Ai SolventVap 13-gallon rotary evaporator and water bath
1 set
 Vapor filtering bottle 1 pc
 Vertical main and auxiliary condensers with insulation sleeves
1 set
 13.2G/50L/1.8 cu ft round shaped evaporating flask, glass
1 pc
 20L dual receiving flask
1 set
 Three-way tee vapor buffering flask, glass
1 set
 Glass vapor duct with seal (pre-installed)
1 set
 PTFE vacuum sealing kit (pre-installed) 2 pcs
 Receiving flask glass vacuum port with PTFE open/close valve, glass
2 pcs
 Glass material feeding tube with PTFE open/close valve and PTFE extension feeding hose
1 set
 Stainless steel pole and mechanical vacuum gauge
2 pcs
 Rubber-wrapped support and bracket 4 pcs
 Flask quick clamp with PTFE centering ring
7 sets
 GL18 connector
5 sets 
 Evaporating flask cap spanner, allen key & screws
1 set
 NEMA L6-30 30A 250V power plug Installed on rotovap
 Ai 50L stainless steel flask carrier / stand 1 pc
 Ai plexiglass bath cover for SolventVap 50L 1 pc
 User's manual 1 pc