Quick answer: The Allihn Condenser is designed for use with a Soxhlet extraction apparatus, using a bulbous internal design to maximise surface area for efficient vapor condensation during continuous solvent reflux and recovery. Condenser for Soxhlet Apparatus, Allihn is priced at approximately ₹400 (indicative market benchmark, incl. GST, August 2026).
The Allihn Condenser’s bulbous internal design increases the surface area available for vapor condensation, helping it efficiently cool and return evaporated solvent back into the extraction cycle when paired with a Soxhlet apparatus. This makes it a suitable choice wherever a Soxhlet setup needs reliable, consistent solvent reflux over an extended extraction run, such as lipid extraction or other continuous solid-liquid extraction procedures taught in analytical and organic chemistry coursework. Made from borosilicate glass, it is built for repeated use and the thermal cycling that comes with continuous reflux operation.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Allihn condenser for Soxhlet apparatus |
| Design | Bulbous internal design for increased condensation surface area |
| Function | Vapor condensation and solvent return during Soxhlet extraction |
| Construction | Borosilicate glass |
| Exact joint size | Not independently verified for this listing — confirm compatibility with your Soxhlet apparatus with STEMAids before ordering |
| Price | Approx. ₹400 (indicative market benchmark, incl. GST, August 2026) |
| Exact dimensions/technical detail | Not independently verified for this listing — confirm with STEMAids before specifying in a tender |
Applications
- Solvent reflux and recovery during continuous Soxhlet extraction
- Lipid extraction and other solid-liquid extraction procedures
- Teaching continuous extraction technique in analytical and organic chemistry courses
- Replacement or spare condenser for existing Soxhlet apparatus setups
Care & Maintenance
- Ensure ground glass joints are properly fitted and greased or sleeved before use
- Clean thoroughly after each extraction run to prevent solvent residue buildup
- Handle carefully, as the bulbous internal structure adds points of mechanical stress
Why Choose STEMAids
STEMAids supplies a wide range of Chemistry Lab Equipments including Conductivity Tester for related laboratory and classroom needs. Eduscope Smart Learning Solutions Private Limited is a Udyam-registered micro manufacturing enterprise (UDYAM-DL-06-0069460) and ISO 9001:2015 certified, supplying schools, colleges and vocational institutes across India and for export.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the bulbous design of an Allihn condenser do?
It increases the internal surface area available for vapor condensation, improving cooling efficiency during continuous solvent reflux.
Is this condenser compatible with any Soxhlet apparatus?
Exact joint size compatibility has not been independently verified for this listing — confirm it matches your specific Soxhlet apparatus with STEMAids before ordering.
Can this be purchased as a replacement part?
Yes, this listing is for the condenser component and can be used as a replacement or spare for an existing Soxhlet setup.
Is this suitable for a college organic chemistry lab?
Yes — Allihn condensers are standard components of Soxhlet extraction setups used in analytical and organic chemistry coursework.
What extraction applications is this condenser best suited for?
It is commonly used for continuous solid-liquid extraction procedures such as lipid extraction, where consistent solvent reflux over an extended run is needed.
Is STEMAids a registered manufacturer of this product?
Yes. Eduscope Smart Learning Solutions Private Limited is a Udyam-registered micro manufacturing enterprise (UDYAM-DL-06-0069460) and is ISO 9001:2015 certified. See the About page for full registration and certification details — manufacturer-stated, verify before citing in procurement documents.
Last updated: 29 August 2026.
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