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Types of Fume Hoods Based on Configuration

Infographic : Types of Fume Hoods Based on Configuration

Laboratory fume hoods are designed for specific use. Based on the configuration, fume hoods come in a variety of types.

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Bench-Top Fume Hood

A bench-top fume hood is generally placed on bench-top or above a storage cabinet. Bench hoods are set on a worksurface approximately 36″ above the floor and provide a convenient work area for the standing position. [/boc_list_item][boc_list_item has_icon_color=”yes” icon_color=”#224a98″ icon=”icon icon-mail-forward”]

Distillation Fume Hood

A distillation hood has the same components as a bench-top hoods with the exception that the design provides a grater interior height. Th grater interior height enables use of larger apparatus.[/boc_list_item][boc_list_item has_icon_color=”yes” icon_color=”#224a98″ icon=”icon icon-mail-forward”]

Floor-Mounted Fume Hood

Floor-Mounted fume hoods(or walk-in hoods) are used where taller apparatus is required for equipment is rolled into the hood. These hoods provide a minimum 78″ of interior working height.[/boc_list_item][boc_list_item has_icon_color=”yes” icon_color=”#224a98″ icon=”icon icon-mail-forward”]

Radioisotopes Fume Hood

Isotope hoods are designed for use with radioactive materials. The radioisotopes hods have type 304 stainless steel cove corner seamless welded construction – for easy cleaning and decontamination.[/boc_list_item][boc_list_item has_icon_color=”yes” icon_color=”#224a98″ icon=”icon icon-mail-forward”]

Perchloric Acid Fume Hood

A perchloric acid hood has the general characteristics of a bench-top hoods, but the interior lining is coved and welded seamless stainless steel.In perchloric acid hood non-reactive and corrosion-resistant material is extended all the way through the exhaust system.[/boc_list_item]

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