Table fume hood for the laboratory

Tabletop fume hoods: Areas of application

A benchtop fume cupboard can serve various purposes and must therefore fulfil different requirements. The basis is a worktop, which is mounted at an ergonomic working height. Walls on all four sides and a fume cupboard roof protect the working area.

The front consists of a vertical or horizontal sliding window, which can be operated open or further closed depending on the activity. An extraction device removes dust or vapours generated during laboratory work directly from the interior of the fume cupboard. The fume cup board can be used, for example, for:

• carrying out chemical reactions
• mixing chemical or biological substances
• handling sensitive components
• filling liquids and rooms.

A table fume cupboard is a particularly flexible variant of a fume cupboard and can be used universally. In contrast to very large or even walk-in fume cupboards, this fume cupboard can be placed directly on a table and can therefore be positioned very flexibly.

Tabletop fume hoods for the laboratory: Legal standards

In the laboratory, fume cupboards are often the equipment with the highest safety requirements. The rules and boundary conditions for the operation of fume cupboards are regulated in detail in DIN EN 14175, Parts 1 to 3. In contrast to the nationally applicable DIN 12924, the necessary volume flow is no longer specified. According to the new directive, the fume cupboard can be operated at different exhaust air volume rates. Concentrations of the relevant explosive gases are specified for adjustment, which then allow a direct conclusion to be drawn about the required exhaust air volume flow. A fume cupboard for the laboratory, which you can purchase from MedSolut.com, always complies with the guidelines for safe working in the laboratory and is standardised according to DIN EN 14175.

Which fume cupboard for which substances? Benchtop fume cupboards are ideal for universal tasks in the laboratory. They can be used for chemical and biological substances as well as for solvents, dust or toxic gases. For particularly dangerous chemical substances, such as strong acids, a fume cupboard should be used. The interior of the fume cupboard is made of a particularly resistant material that resists the attack of strong acids. Table fume cupboards are also insufficient for working with radioactive substances. Special radionuclide f ume cupboards have the necessary radiation protection equipment and are made of a material that is particularly easy to decontaminate.

Selection criteria for the ideal table top fume hood

The requirements for a fume cupboard for the laboratory can vary greatly depending on the task. Therefore, fume cupboards vary in their product characteristics. In particular, the size, the media connections, the volume flow and possible substructures play a role.Dimensions

The choice of dimensions depends on the size of the existing tables, but also on the space required in the fume cupboard area. In terms of width, you can choose very flexibly between 70 and 200 cm. Another decisive factor is whether only one or several people are to work at the table at the same time. The depth can be varied between 70 and 80 cm.

Media connections

The presence of media connections is also important. In addition to the extraction system, which can often be connected to existing exhaust systems, some lab benches also have other media connections. Options include a water and waste water connection, a gas connection for operating Bunsen burners, for example, or a nitrogen connection for working under an inert gas atmosphere.

Volume flow

The required exhaust air volume flow can usually be set manually and must meet the requirements of DIN EN 14175. Higher volumetric flows also mean a stronger extraction effect. The required volume flows depend on the nature and quantity of the substances used and the minimum permissible concentration assigned to them.

Substructures

In addition to the actual fume cupboard, there are also substructure supplements available. These include, for example, cabinets for storing chemicals or solvents. The substructures can be selected in different sizes and safety levels and are a useful addition to the selected fume cupboard.

Order a fume cupboard from MedSolut Your advantages

As your partner for professional laboratory equipment, we want to ensure that your high requirements are always met. That's why we offer a first-class service and will help you competently and efficiently with any questions you may have about your desired table bonnet for the laboratory. Our team of experts will personally take care of your request and prepare an individual offer for you. In our portfolio you will find a large selection of high-quality brand-name units and also benefit from favourable prices. 

In addition, we will be happy to explain the conditions for shipping, payment methods and order details to you individually. The MedSolut service team is available around the clock, giving you maximum flexibility when ordering. And our worldwide and reliable delivery service ensures that you receive your laboratory fume cupboard at the right time and place. Our promise to you:

• Highest quality and large selection
• Excellent ordering and delivery service
• Competent and individual advice around the clock

Equip your laboratory with a fume cupboard - we'll help you plan it!

When it comes to laboratory equipment, our team is always there for you. With good connections to numerous brand manufacturers and the years of experience of our experts, we support you in planning your laboratory space. Thanks to our very individual consultations, we can put together tailor-made offers for your planning. In this way, we ensure that your laboratory is equipped with the fume cupboard that is optimally matched to your requirements.

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If you would like to buy a fume cupboard for the laboratory, we are exactly the right contact. Our experts will support you in the selection process, advise you on the planning and competently answer all your questions.

Contact us and we will make sure that you get the right product for your requirements. You can reach us at +49 30 209 657 900 or via e-mail at info@medsolut.com.