use
Laboratory ovens heat materials by means of convection. Materials are placed in separate chambers instead of the main chamber. It prevents altering the material, but the heat is enough to dry or cure it.
Heat transfer during gravitational convection occurs through the difference between warm and cold air. Heat distribution is poor, so most laboratory ovens work on the principle of mechanical convection, where the insulation creates less wasted energy and prevents radiant heat from escaping.
Ovens have double walls with a layer of insulation (usually air) between them to save energy. The inner wall is made of a material with low thermal conductivity. The outer layer is made of metal. They are equipped with hot air circulation fans that distribute heat evenly.
annealing
Certain materials, such as glass or steel, require several steps to increase their flexibility. Because laboratory ovens can heat and cool substances without damaging them, they are used in metallurgy or the medical device industry. Annealed material is easily cut and modeled into specified products.
Baking in the pharmaceutical industry
Materials science labs have great use in laboratory ovens. The roasting process heats a substance without dehumidifying it. In other words, it saves the humidity of the substance.
dry
Drying is necessary in clinical and biological laboratories to preserve materials through dehumidification. Vacuum Ovens and forced Air Ovens carefully remove moisture to dry samples at lower temperatures, while gravity convection ovens remove moisture from samples through lighter airflow, as these fragile particles are more easily broken.
to solidify
Curing is another convenient application for laboratory ovens. The semiconductor industry and scientific fields that use polymers in research benefit greatly from the curing process. It is a means of making glue, epoxy resin and various polymer compounds. It is also used in space systems due to the increased bond strength between materials.
sterilization
Finally, laboratory ovens are used for sterilization in the medical field. The heat in the oven sterilizes laboratory equipment used for manipulation as well as glassware that needs to be cleaned for research purposes. The sterilization temperature is approximately 320°F. The process itself lasts at least 45 minutes, after which the material is gradually cooled to prevent cracking.
Laboratory ovens in the industry
Before purchasing a laboratory oven, you should consult with an Industrial Oven manufacturer to find out which type of oven you need. When looking for the best laboratory oven, consider your industry needs.
Various types of laboratory ovens have a variety of functions that have been continuously developed over the years. Therefore, reliable and powerful equipment is improved and adapted to the requirements and needs of laboratories every year.
Customers can choose from a range of models, whether the oven is intended for a quick investment or is equipped with numerous programs with several stages.
Mechanical convection ovens, vacuum ovens, gravity ovens and high temperature ovens can help in the pharmaceutical industry and laboratories. On the other hand, multipurpose and forced Air Ovens are used for glassware drying, while vacuum ovens can dry fragile materials and remove flammable solvents. Bench top and laboratory ovens are the ideal solution for smaller spaces and when it is necessary to sterilize, dry or cure small batch loads.
