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Round Ice Bucket with Lid 4.5 Liter Expanded PUR | Globe Scientific 601000
Round Ice Bucket with Lid 4.5 Liter Expanded PUR | Globe Scientific 601000
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When bench space or workflow geometry favors a circular footprint, the round ice bucket from Globe Scientific (601000) delivers 4.5 liters of insulated capacity in an expanded polyurethane foam design. Equipped with a lid and two side handles, this bucket accommodates up to 4 liters of solution while still allowing the cover to close securely. Compatible with ice, dry ice, and salt solutions for versatile laboratory cooling applications.
Round Ice Bucket Features and Benefits
- Capacity: 4.5 liter round design — fits 4 liters of solution with lid closure clearance
- Material: Expanded polyurethane (PUR) foam provides approximately 15mm wall thickness for insulation
- Lid Included: Cover reduces evaporation and maintains internal cold temperatures
- Dual Handles: Two side handles enable safe transport of filled buckets between workstations
- Cryogenic Use: Suitable for dry ice, minced ice, and cooling mixtures; resistant to brief liquid nitrogen contact
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 601000 |
| Capacity | 4.5 Liters |
| Shape | Round |
| Material | Expanded Polyurethane (PUR) |
| Dimensions | 270mm x 200mm (diameter x height) |
| Wall Thickness | Approximately 15mm |
| Color | Red |
| Includes | Lid and two side handles |
Laboratory Applications
- Providing a circular-footprint cooling station for centrifuge tube racks and sample carriers
- Maintaining cold temperatures for histology embedding stations and tissue processing areas
- Transporting cooled specimens between laboratory departments with secure dual-handle grip
- Supporting point-of-care testing stations with benchtop reagent cooling between runs
- Storing dry ice for flash-freezing tissue samples during surgical pathology procedures
Quality Assurance and Compliance
Manufactured from expanded polyurethane foam under Globe Scientific's ISO 9001:2015 quality system, the 601000 ice bucket provides excellent insulation characteristics that prevent external condensation. The approximately 15mm wall thickness delivers reliable thermal barrier performance across typical laboratory ambient conditions.
Globe Scientific has engineered this bucket with a 4.5 liter capacity that exceeds many competitor models by approximately 0.5 liters, allowing researchers to fill with 4 liters of solution and still achieve proper lid closure.
Round Ice Bucket Comparison: Why Choose Globe Scientific?
| Feature | Globe Scientific 601000 | Typical Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4.5L (0.5L larger than most) | Often 4L |
| Material | Expanded PUR foam | EVA or basic foam |
| Handles | Two side handles | Often none or one |
| Pricing | Below retail pricing | Full retail |
| Ships From | USA inventory | Varies |
Volume Discounts and Institutional Pricing
LabSupplies.com offers tiered quantity pricing for academic and research institutions. As an authorized dealer, we ship directly from USA inventory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between PUR and EVA ice buckets?
Expanded polyurethane (PUR) foam provides rigid structural support with excellent insulation, while ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) offers a softer, more flexible construction. PUR buckets like the Globe Scientific 601000 resist deformation under heavy loads and maintain consistent wall thickness for reliable thermal performance.
Can this round ice bucket hold liquid nitrogen?
The Globe Scientific 601000 is resistant to brief liquid nitrogen contact, making it suitable for flash-freezing protocols and short-duration LN2 transfers. For extended liquid nitrogen storage or immersion applications, dedicated cryogenic dewars are recommended instead of benchtop ice buckets.
Why choose a round ice bucket over rectangular?
Round ice buckets fit naturally around cylindrical items like centrifuge tube racks and specimen carriers. The circular design also eliminates corner stress points, providing more uniform insulation. LabSupplies.com carries both round (601000) and rectangular (455010/455015 series) formats from Globe Scientific.