Deflagrating Spoon
Product Description
The Deflagrating Spoon is a laboratory tool used to heat small quantities of substances in open flame, commonly for combustion and deflagration experiments. It features a small bowl attached to a long metal handle, typically made of stainless steel or heat-resistant alloy. Its design allows safe handling of reactive materials during high-temperature reactions. It is widely used in laboratory and industrial applications involving combustion demonstrations and chemical testing.
Primary Uses
Laboratory Applications
• Used to demonstrate combustion of elements like sulfur, magnesium, and phosphorus
• Essential in teaching deflagration principles and oxidation-reduction reactions
• Applied in qualitative inorganic analysis involving heated sample reactions
• Utilized for ignition of flammable chemicals in a controlled lab setup
• Supports thermal decomposition experiments by holding reactive materials over flame
Secondary Uses
Industrial Applications
• Used in materials testing labs for flame behavior studies of chemical samples
• Employed in quality control labs for combustion performance testing of small solids
• Supports small-scale research in pyrotechnic or energetic material behavior
• Can assist in reactive metal testing under high-temperature environments
Basic Identification Attributes
• Tool Type: Combustion/Reaction Handling Tool
• Material: Stainless steel or heat-resistant alloy
• Design: Small bowl with a long metal handle
Physical & Chemical Properties
• Thermal Resistance: High; suitable for direct flame contact
• Corrosion Resistance: Resistant to acids and bases commonly found in labs
• Dimensions: Varies; spoon size typically 1–2 cm diameter
• Weight: Lightweight for ease of handling
Safety & Hazard Attributes
• Heat Hazard: Metal can remain hot after flame exposure; use tongs or gloves
• Breakage Risk: Low, but avoid bending the rod or overloading the spoon
• Chemical Compatibility: Avoid use with highly volatile substances
Storage & Handling Attributes
• Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, clean drawer or on a lab utensil rack
• Handling Precautions: Use insulated gloves or tongs when retrieving post-flame
Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
• Compliance: Meets general laboratory safety equipment standards
• Material Certification: Can include ISO or ASTM standards (manufacturer dependent)
Environmental & Health Impact
• Reusability: Reusable; designed for long-term use
• Disposal: Recyclable metal
• Environmental Risk: None when used and disposed of correctly
Safety Handling Precautions
• Always allow the spoon to cool before handling directly
• Wear heat-resistant gloves and eye protection during use
• Avoid overfilling the spoon with material to prevent splattering
First Aid Measures
• Burns: Cool affected area with water immediately; seek medical attention for severe burns
• Inhalation of Smoke: Move to fresh air and consult medical help if irritation persists
• Contact with Hot Metal: Flush area with cool water; cover with sterile bandage
Firefighting Measures
• Fire Hazard: Tool itself is non-flammable but used with flammable materials
• Extinguishing Media: Use CO₂, dry chemical, or foam extinguishers if surrounding fire occurs
• Special Precautions: Remove reactive chemicals from area when extinguishing fire
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