Hotplates

Hot Plates & Stirrers for Laboratory Use 

Explore Total Pharmacy’s comprehensive selection of hotplates, designed to meet the precise needs of pharmaceutical, scientific, and industrial laboratories.

Key Features of Our Hot Plates & Stirrers 

• Select the Functionality You Need: We offer units that combine heating and stirring in a single unit for enhanced efficiency, as well as  units that perform just stirring or just heating functions.
• Temperature Control: Accurate temperature regulation for sensitive applications.
• Stirring Options: Variable stirring speeds to accommodate different viscosities and mixing requirements.
• Durability: Robust construction for long-term reliability in laboratory environments.
• Safety Features: Overheat protection and magnetic stir bar detection for safe operation.

How Does a Magnetic Stirrer Hot Plate Work?

A magnetic stirrer hot plate is an essential tool in pharmacies and laboratories. It helps streamline the process of mixing and heating solutions simultaneously by generating a rotating magnetic field beneath the heating surface. This drives a magnetic stir bar placed within the sample container. 

As the hot plate heats the sample, the magnetic stir bar spins, creating a vortex that ensures thorough and uniform mixing. This dual functionality allows careful control over temperature and stirring speed, making it ideal for preparing solutions, dissolving compounds, and conducting reactions that require consistent and reproducible results.

The Advantages of Using a Magnetic Stirrer Hot Plate

Using a magnetic stirrer hot plate in pharmacies and laboratories offers numerous advantages, including the ability to heat and mix solutions simultaneously, which enhances workflow efficiency and precision. 

These devices also provide extreme temperature control and adjustable stirring speeds, allowing for the accurate preparation of formulations and the consistent dissolution of compounds. This is particularly beneficial in pharmaceutical applications where the reproducibility of results is crucial. 

Additionally, magnetic stirrer hot plates minimize contamination risks as the stirring mechanism is contained within the sample, and their compact, easy-to-clean design ensures a sterile working environment. 

How to Choose the Right Hot Plate for Your Lab

Choosing the right hot plate for pharmacies and laboratories involves considering several critical factors to ensure it meets specific application needs. 

Step 1: Evaluate the required temperature range and heating capacity based on the types of experiments and sample volumes you handle. 

Step 2: Consider the material and size of the heating surface to ensure compatibility with your sample containers and volume requirements. 

Step 3: Look for safety features such as overheat protection and automatic shutoff to protect both the user and the samples. 

Understanding these aspects will help you select a hot plate that enhances efficiency and reliability in your laboratory operations.

Are These Hot Plates Safe to Use in Laboratory Settings? 

Yes, Total Pharmacy’s hot plates and stirrers are designed with comprehensive safety features to ensure they are safe for use in pharmacy and laboratory settings. They include overheat protection to prevent accidents if the plate exceeds safe temperature limits, and many models feature automatic shutoff mechanisms to enhance safety further. 

Our magnetic stirrer hot plates are also equipped with magnetic stir bar detection, ensuring the stir bar is in place before the operation begins. Additionally, these hot plates feature robust construction and chemical-resistant surfaces that help maintain a safe, clean working environment.