Reliable Heat Source for Laboratory Work: Bunsen Burners and Their Types

Bunsen Burner is a kind of gas burner that creates a safe, smokeless, hot, and non-luminous flame which can be used for various scientific experiments and research.

Bunsen burners have been instrumental in scientific exploration and experimentation for over a century. Named after their inventor, Robert W. E. Bunsen, these burners have played a pivotal role in various scientific fields, from chemistry to biology.

The burner typically consists of three main components: the base, the gas inlet, and the air vents. Here’s how it works:

Gas Inlet: A controlled flow of gas (usually natural gas or methane) is supplied through a tube connected to the base of the burner.

Air Vents: Surrounding the gas inlet are adjustable air vents. These vents allow researchers to control the amount of air entering the burner. The air mixes with the gas before combustion.

Combustion: As the gas and air mixture rises from the base of the burner, it encounters an open hole known as the venturi. This constriction causes the gas to accelerate and draw in more air, leading to efficient mixing.

Ignition: At the top of the burner, there is an igniter or a pilot flame. This pilot flame ignites the gas and air mixture as it exits the venturi. The result is a controlled, blue flame.

Our lab equipment includes Bunsen burners such as Meker, Advanced, and Standart type, designed for easy installation and use – providing a safe, efficient, and cost-effective way to use gas appliances in the lab.