Helios Heating Plate With Stirrer & Probe - 5L (0-350oC)

A Heating Plate with Stirrer & Probe - 5L (0-350°C) is a laboratory instrument designed to heat and stir liquids or solutions, providing precise temperature control and uniform mixing. This type of equipment is commonly used in chemistry, biology, and other scientific labs for applications such as heating reactions, dissolving substances, or maintaining a consistent temperature during experiments.

Key Features:

1. Heating Plate:

   • The heating plate is capable of reaching temperatures from 0°C to 350°C, allowing for a wide range of heating applications.
   • Typically made of materials such as ceramic or aluminum, which are known for their ability to distribute heat evenly across the surface.

2. Stirrer:

   • The built-in magnetic stirrer ensures that the contents of the container are continuously mixed during heating.
   • The stirring speed is adjustable, allowing for gentle or vigorous mixing, depending on the needs of the experiment.
   • Stirring helps improve the uniformity of heat distribution and prevents local overheating or settling of solid particles.

3. Temperature Probe:

   • A temperature probe or sensor is often integrated with the system to provide accurate and real-time temperature readings.
   • This feature ensures that the liquid or solution is heated to the desired temperature, and it can often be connected to the unit for automatic control, preventing overheating.

4. Volume Capacity:

   • The unit is designed to accommodate containers up to 5 liters of liquid. This makes it suitable for both small-scale and larger experiments.

5. User Controls:

   • The device will typically have digital controls to set and monitor both the temperature and stirring speed.
   • Some models may also feature over-temperature protection to prevent damage in case the temperature exceeds the set limit.

6. Safety Features:

   • The system usually includes over-temperature protection, short-circuit protection, and safety switches to ensure safe operation, especially at high temperatures.
   • Some units may have a hot surface indicator to alert users when the plate is still hot.

Applications:

• Chemical reactions: To heat solutions and promote reactions while maintaining a constant temperature.
• Dissolution processes: For dissolving solids into liquids.
• Pre-heating liquids: For any procedure requiring consistent heating and mixing.
• Laboratory research: Where accurate temperature control and mixing are necessary, such as in titration, synthesis, and testing.

This type of equipment is valuable for labs where efficient heating and consistent stirring of solutions are required for optimal experimental results.