AZA 1083 MORTAR AND PESTLE (PORCELAIN)

Description

Mortar and pestle sets are fundamental tools in every laboratory, used to grind, crush, and mix solid chemicals into fine powders. Azalab’s porcelain mortar and pestle is engineered specifically for laboratory environments, offering both chemical resistance and grinding efficiency.

Made from high-grade porcelain, this lab grinding set ensures excellent hardness and surface strength while remaining resistant to thermal shock. The smooth glazed exterior resists staining and makes cleaning simple, while the unglazed grinding surface provides the right amount of friction for effective material breakdown without absorbing samples.

Porcelain’s inert nature makes it safe for handling reactive or sensitive compounds that might degrade in metallic or plastic alternatives. The chemical resistance of the material includes strong acids, alkalis, and organic solvents — a crucial feature for chemical, pharmaceutical, or food laboratories.

Available in various capacities from 30 ml to 1000 ml, this lab grinding set is suitable for everything from micro-analytical tasks to bulk sample processing. The ergonomic pestle is designed for optimal control and ease of use, while the thick-walled mortar ensures durability even under repeated pressure.

This tool is especially useful for:

• Preparing powdered reagents

• Crushing tablets or solid chemicals

• Mixing pastes for analytical testing

• Sample homogenization before titration

Each porcelain mortar and pestle from Azalab complies with ISO 4791-1:2023 standards for laboratory porcelain ware, ensuring consistency in dimensions, capacity, and material performance.

Key features include:

• Glazed outer surface to resist contamination and absorption

• Unglazed inner surface for effective friction-based grinding

• Thick walls and base to endure mechanical force without cracking

• Neutral material profile to preserve the purity of samples

This set is widely used in:

• Pharmaceutical formulation and R&D

• Analytical chemistry labs

• Food and agriculture testing

• Forensics and material sciences

• University and academic research labs

Its durability and reliability have made it a lab staple. While modern instruments like ball mills and blenders exist, the mortar and pestle still provide manual control unmatched in fine adjustments, texture assessment, and custom blending.

For laboratory porcelainware guidelines, refer to the ISO 4791-1:2023 standard for details on quality benchmarks, design, and material integrity.

 Specifications:

 FAQ:

Q1: Can this mortar and pestle handle acidic chemicals?
Yes, the porcelain is resistant to strong acids, alkalis, and many solvents.

Q2: Is it dishwasher-safe or autoclavable?
It is easy to clean manually; however, autoclaving is not recommended as repeated exposure to high-pressure steam may weaken the glaze over time.

Q3: What is the difference between glazed and unglazed surfaces?
The unglazed grinding surface improves friction, while the glazed exterior prevents sample absorption and aids in cleaning.

Q4: Is this safe for pharmaceutical or food applications?
Yes, it is made from non-toxic, chemically inert porcelain, safe for pharmaceutical-grade handling.

Q5: How does it compare to metal or glass alternatives?
Porcelain offers superior chemical resistance and doesn’t affect sample chemistry, unlike metal. It is also more durable and effective than glass in grinding.