The Bunsen Burner is a nickel-plated brass tube 13 mm in diameter with an adjustable non-removable screw type air regulator and riffled gas inlet nickel-plated brass tube 9 mm outer diameter, on a heavy stable metal base synthetic stove enameled finish for LPG. This is a locally made product. This product is specially used in physics and chemistry laboratories in Bangladesh.
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The Bunsen Burner for Lab Use is a fundamental laboratory instrument designed to provide a controlled flame for heating, sterilization, and combustion during scientific experiments. Made from high-quality brass or stainless steel, this burner ensures durability, stability, and consistent flame performance, making it ideal for schools, colleges, universities, and research laboratories.
Invented by Robert Bunsen, the Bunsen burner remains one of the most trusted and versatile heat sources in laboratories. It operates on LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) or natural gas, offering adjustable flame intensity for different heating requirements. The air control vent allows easy regulation of the gas-to-air ratio, enabling users to produce a blue (non-luminous) flame for efficient, soot-free heating.
Because of its simple design and dependable performance, the regular Bunsen burner is used in a wide range of laboratory applications — from heating chemicals to sterilizing instruments and demonstrating flame tests in chemistry classes.
Key Features the Regular Bunsen Burner
- High-quality regular Bunsen burner for laboratory use
- Made of brass or stainless steel for strength and durability
- Operates on LPG or natural gas
- Adjustable air control vent for regulating flame type and temperature
- Produces a blue, non-luminous flame ideal for clean heating
- Stable base design prevents tipping or accidents
- Suitable for educational, analytical, and research laboratories
- Compact and easy to use for routine experiments
Applications
The Bunsen Burner is widely used in:
- Chemistry laboratories for heating test tubes, beakers, and crucibles
- Microbiology and medical labs for sterilizing tools and glassware
- Educational institutions for flame test demonstrations and heat-based experiments
- Research and industrial laboratories for controlled combustion or flame applications
Because it delivers consistent heat output and adjustable flame control, the Bunsen burner is essential for experiments requiring steady, high-temperature heating.
How to Use It
- Connect the Bunsen burner to a gas source using a rubber tube.
- Turn on the gas slightly and ignite the top of the burner using a match or lighter.
- Adjust the air vent to obtain the desired flame type — a blue flame for heating and a yellow flame for visual demonstrations.
- After use, turn off the gas supply completely and allow the burner to cool before storing.
For safety, always operate the burner on a flat, heat-resistant surface and avoid placing flammable materials nearby.
