Standard apparatus for the analytical extraction of solids. Made from high-quality, borosilicate 3.3 glass. Applications include the production of tinctures and aromatic alcohols, food testing, biofuels, environmental analysis of soils, sludge, and wastes. 100mL capacity. 27" tall when assembled. The Soxhlet Extraction Apparatus is used in the extraction of lipids and other materials from a solid sample when the desired compound has a limited solubility in a solvent. It allows for unmonitored and unmanaged operation while efficiently recycling a small amount of solvent to dissolve a larger amount of material. Applications include the production of tinctures and aromatic alcohols; food testing; biofuels; and environmental analysis of soils, sludge, and wastes. Assembled from 3 separate sections: boiling flask, extractor chamber, and condenser. Interchangeable standard joints. Glass parts only; metal stands not included. Apparatus is approximately 27" tall when assembled. Extractor chamber capacity: 100mL; flask capacity: 250mL. Autoclavable, with superior chemical durability. Low temperature gradient - can withstand high temperatures & thermal shocks. Eisco Labs Borosilicate glass has the following heat tolerances: Strain Point 515°C | Annealing Point 565°C | Softening Point 820°C | Calibrated to contain.