Electric Hotplate (Lab)

DB-1A Electric Hotplate

PRODUCT CATEGORY
Laboratory Heating Equipment

MODEL
DB-1A

BRAND / MANUFACTURER
Searchtech Instruments

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The DB-1A Electric Hotplate is a laboratory heating device designed to provide controlled and uniform heating for routine laboratory applications. It features a durable stainless-steel heating platform and a digital temperature controller for convenient monitoring and adjustment of operating temperature.

The unit is suitable for laboratories requiring a stable heating surface for sample preparation, evaporation, digestion, warming, and other controlled heating procedures.

KEY FEATURES
• Digital temperature display and control
• Large stainless-steel heating platform
• Adjustable temperature setting
• Timer function
• Alarm indicator
• Simple push-button control interface
• Dedicated power switch
• Robust laboratory-grade construction
• Stable benchtop design
• Easy-to-clean heating surface

CONTROL PANEL
• Digital temperature display
• SET control button
• Temperature/time adjustment controls
• OUT indicator
• TIME indicator
• ALM alarm indicator
• Illuminated ON/OFF power switch

TYPICAL LABORATORY APPLICATIONS
• General laboratory heating
• Sample preparation
• Evaporation procedures
• Solution warming
• Chemical digestion
• Heating of laboratory vessels
• Controlled heating during analytical procedures
• Research and educational laboratory applications

SUITABLE LABORATORY VESSELS
Depending on the specific procedure and vessel compatibility, the hotplate may be used with:
• Beakers
• Flasks
• Evaporating dishes
• Metal containers
• Other suitable heat-resistant laboratory vessels

CONSTRUCTION
The unit incorporates a stainless-steel heating platform mounted on a robust benchtop enclosure. The stainless-steel surface provides good durability and facilitates routine cleaning after laboratory use.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The integrated digital controller allows the operator to set and monitor the required operating temperature. The actual operating range, temperature accuracy, uniformity, maximum load and electrical power rating should be confirmed from the manufacturer’s technical documentation or the equipment nameplate before specification or purchase.

SAFETY AND OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
• Operate on a stable, dry and heat-resistant laboratory bench.
• Ensure that the electrical supply matches the equipment rating.
• Do not touch the heating surface during or immediately after operation.
• Use appropriate heat-resistant laboratory gloves or handling tools when necessary.
• Keep flammable materials and volatile solvents away from the heated surface.
• Do not allow liquids to enter the electrical or control components.
• Switch off and disconnect the equipment before cleaning or maintenance.
• Allow the heating platform to cool completely before handling or storage.
• Follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
• Disconnect the unit from the electrical supply before cleaning.
• Allow the heating surface to cool completely.
• Clean the exterior using a soft, slightly damp cloth.
• Remove chemical spills promptly using a cleaning method compatible with the equipment surface.
• Do not immerse the equipment in water.
• Periodically inspect the power cable, switch, controller and heating surface.

WLS PRODUCT CLASSIFICATION
Laboratory Equipment → Heating Equipment → Electric Hotplate

WLS QUALITY INSIGHT
The DB-1A Electric Hotplate provides a practical digital heating solution for routine laboratory operations. Its stainless-steel heating platform, digital control interface and robust benchtop construction make it suitable for research, educational, quality-control and general analytical laboratories.

IMPORTANT TECHNICAL NOTE
Technical parameters such as maximum temperature, heating power, voltage, frequency, plate dimensions, temperature accuracy and load capacity should be verified from the manufacturer’s nameplate, manual or official technical specification. WLS does not recommend assigning unverified numerical specifications to laboratory equipment.

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