Overview

Large-volume solvent reservoirs are commonly used in chromatography laboratories for bulk mobile phase storage, solvent preparation, and process support applications. The 10 L reservoir bottle offers substantial storage capacity while maintaining the chemical resistance and durability expected from laboratory-grade borosilicate glass.

These bottles are manufactured with a protective safety coating to help improve handling safety in laboratory environments.

Bottle Construction

The 10 L reservoir bottle is manufactured from high-quality borosilicate glass and incorporates a protective polymer coating on the exterior surface.

Key construction features include:

• Borosilicate Glass (Code 7740)
• Protective epoxy safety coating
• Reusable laboratory design
• Graduated volume markings
• Wide-mouth configuration

The bottle is intended for solvent storage and laboratory liquid-handling applications.

Capacity and Configuration

Nominal Capacity - 

• 10,000 mL (10 L)

Bottle Style

• Storage bottle
• Cylindrical design
• Graduated exterior markings

Graduation Range

• Approximately 2,000 mL to 9,000 mL

Graduation Interval

• Approximately 1,000 mL increments

These graduations provide convenient visual volume estimates during filling and dispensing operations.

Neck and Closure Specifications

• Neck Style -  Wide-mouth opening
• Closure Type -  Threaded closure
• Thread Finish -  45 GL
• Cap Design -  Plug-seal style
• Cap Material -  Polypropylene
• Cap Color - Orange

The wide-mouth opening can simplify filling, cleaning, and solvent transfer operations.

Physical Dimensions

• Approximate Height:  410 mm
• ​ Approximate Outside Diameter:  234 mm

These dimensions should be considered when planning storage locations, shelving requirements, and laboratory equipment layouts.

Safety and Usage Considerations

Vacuum Applications

Large-volume bottles should not be used in vacuum filtration applications.

Bottles greater than 2 L capacity are generally not recommended for:

• Bottle-top vacuum filtration
• Vacuum-assisted transfer systems
• Applications involving significant vacuum pressure

Vacuum loading may increase the risk of glass failure.

Autoclave Considerations

When autoclaving:

• Follow approved laboratory procedures.
• Do not tighten the cap immediately after autoclaving.
• Allow the bottle to cool before fully sealing.

As the contents cool, vacuum formation inside the bottle may occur and can place stress on the glass if the cap is fully tightened during cooling.

Vented Closure Considerations

Vented caps are generally not recommended during autoclave cycles for this bottle configuration.

Laboratories should follow their established sterilization and vessel-handling procedures when processing large-capacity glassware.

Typical Applications

These bottles are commonly used for:

• HPLC mobile phase storage
• Solvent preparation
• Bulk reagent storage
• Laboratory process support
• Analytical laboratory operations
• General chromatography workflows

The large capacity can reduce refill frequency in high-volume laboratory environments.

Key Takeaways

• The bottle has a nominal capacity of 10 L (10,000 mL).
• Manufactured from borosilicate glass with a protective safety coating.
• Utilizes a 45 GL threaded neck and polypropylene cap.
• Approximate dimensions are 410 mm high by 234 mm diameter.
• Not recommended for vacuum filtration applications.
• Proper autoclave procedures should be followed to prevent vacuum-related stress on the bottle.
• Suitable for mobile phase storage and bulk laboratory solvent applications.

Additional Resources

For reservoir bottle specifications, solvent storage accessories, cap options, product images, and ordering information, view:  Chromatography Reservoir Bottles, Solvent Storage Systems, Product Images, and Ordering Information