Description
Erlenmeyer flask 500 ml in borosilicate glass – for yeast starters and lab work
A 500 ml narrow-neck Erlenmeyer flask made by VWR in borosilicate glass. In brewing, the flask is mainly used for small yeast starters, and otherwise for samples and simple lab work. The neck has a diameter of 34 mm.
Properties
- high chemical resistance
- high temperature resistance
- high resistance to temperature changes
Technical data
- Volume: 500 ml
- Neck diameter: 34 mm
- Material: borosilicate glass
- Manufacturer: VWR
Frequently asked questions about the Erlenmeyer flask 500 ml
What do homebrewers use an Erlenmeyer flask for?
It is mostly used for yeast starters, where the yeast multiplies in a small amount of wort before it is added to the brew. Its shape makes the flask well suited to a stir plate.
Why borosilicate glass?
Borosilicate glass handles high temperatures and rapid temperature changes well, and resists chemicals.
Is 500 ml big enough for a yeast starter?
500 ml suits small starters. For larger starters there are flasks of 2000 ml and more.
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