The shape of the body allows easy removal of desiccant materials
· Simplified stopcock design minimizes chipping or marring of critically ground finishes during cleaning and assembly
· Valve is secured to the desiccator lid by a neoprene grommet located in the knob of the cover
· With this style, an accidental bump would be more readily absorbed than with styles having sealed assemblies
· Stem is tooled with a hose connection to accept 5/16” ID flexible tubing
· When properly greased, it should hold a vacuum of 29 inches of mercury for twenty-four hours
· All glass apparatus manufactured from 33 expansion, low extractable borosilicate glass conforming to USP Type I and ASTM E438, Type I, Class A requirements