Vacuum Distillation Assembly

Quick answer: A Vacuum Distillation Assembly reduces internal pressure to lower a liquid’s boiling point, allowing heat-sensitive compounds to be distilled and separated at a lower temperature without thermal degradation — a standard technique in organic chemistry. This listing does not currently show a published price on stemaids.com — contact STEMAids directly for an indicative quotation.

Vacuum Distillation Assemblies work by reducing pressure inside the system, which lowers the boiling point of the liquid being distilled. This allows heat-sensitive compounds to be separated or purified at a lower temperature than standard atmospheric distillation would require, reducing the risk of thermal decomposition. It is a standard technique taught in organic chemistry practical courses for solvent recovery and purification of compounds that would degrade under normal boiling conditions. The assembly’s precision-engineered glassware and joints are designed to maintain a stable reduced-pressure environment throughout the distillation process.

Technical Specifications

Applications

• Distilling heat-sensitive compounds that would degrade at atmospheric-pressure boiling temperatures
• Solvent recovery in organic synthesis procedures
• Teaching vacuum distillation technique in college organic chemistry laboratories
• Research-level purification work requiring reduced-temperature distillation

Care & Maintenance

• Check all ground glass joints and vacuum connections for leaks before each use
• Apply appropriate joint grease or use PTFE sleeves to maintain a reliable vacuum seal
• Inspect glassware for stress cracks regularly, since vacuum operation adds 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

Why use vacuum distillation instead of standard distillation?

Reducing pressure lowers a compound’s boiling point, which allows heat-sensitive substances to be distilled at a lower temperature and avoids thermal degradation that could occur under normal atmospheric-pressure boiling.

What vacuum rating does this assembly require?

Exact vacuum rating and required pump specification have not been independently verified for this listing — confirm compatible vacuum equipment with STEMAids before ordering.

Is this suitable for a college organic chemistry lab?

Yes — vacuum distillation is a standard technique in organic chemistry practical coursework, and this assembly is designed for that kind of teaching and research use.

What size ground glass joints does this assembly use?

Exact joint sizing has not been independently verified for this listing — confirm compatibility with your existing glassware with STEMAids before ordering.

Does the price include a vacuum pump?

This listing does not currently show a published price on stemaids.com — contact STEMAids directly for an indicative quotation and to confirm whether a pump is included.

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.