Ammonium Nitrate chemical formula: NH4NO3 ( Prills ) Ammonium Nitrate is an oxidizer that is commonly used as a fertilizer, various chemical processes, as well as a component in rocket propellants and explosives. It is also used in 'cold...... more info
Ammonium Perchlorate chemical formula: NH4ClO4 ( powder ) 400 micron The most frequently used oxidizer in most modern composite Rocket Propellant formulations. The Space Shuttle's solid rocket boosters use a mixture of Ammonium Perchlorate and..... more info
Antimony metal (atomic number 51) in powder & small chunks. Antimony has a melting point of 1167 F and has the unusual property of expanding when cooling. 'Hardened Lead' is made by adding small amounts (typically 6-12%) of Antimony metal to.... more info
Antimony Sulfide (Trisulfide) chemical element: Sb2S3 ( Powder ) High purity Antimony Sulfide (also known as Antimony Trisulfide). Used in the production of plastics and to harden Lead, it's most common use is in ordinary matches. It is a..... more info
Barium Carbonate chemical formula: BaCO3 ( powder ) Barium Carbonate is used in the manufacturing of various Barium compounds including Barium Nitrate, Barium Oxide, Barium Hydrate, Barium Chromate, Barium Peroxide and Barium Titanate. It's an..... more info
Barium Nitrate chemical formula: BaNO3 ( powder ) An important chemical in the field of pyrotechnics, Barium Nitrate is both an oxidizer and a coloring agent that imparts a green color to flames. It also finds use in the manufacture of vacuum...... more info
Caffeine chemical formula: C8H10N4O2 ( powder ) Caffeine is an alkaloid that's found in numerous plant species where it acts as a natural pesticide that paralyzes and kills certain insects. In Humans, Caffeine is a central nervous system and...... more info
Calcium Carbide chemical formula: CaC2 ( small chunks ) Calcium Carbide is generally used to produce Acetylene gas. When it comes in contact with water, it will react violently, producing bubbles of highly flammable Acetylene gas and steam. Old...... more info
Calcium Nitrate chemical formula: Ca(NO3)2 4H2O ( prills ) Calcium Nitrate is a oxidizer, also known as 'Norwegian Saltpeter'. It is used in some pyrotechnic formulations and also as a fertilizer. When used as a color additive in fireworks,.... more info
Calcium Oxide chemical formula: CaO ( powder ) Calcium Oxide, commonly known as Burnt Lime, Caustic Lime, Lime, or Quicklime is a widely used chemical compound. It is a white caustic alkaline crystalline solid used in Glass production. Its ability..... more info
Cesium chemical element: Cs ( solid ) High purity samples of the element Cesium (sometimes spelled Caesium) atomic number 55 . ideal for element collectors of those conducting experiments/producing compounds & alloys with pure Cesium...... more info
Cobalt Chloride chemical formula: CoCl2·6H2O ( granular ) The most well known use for Cobalt Chloride is an experiment done by most grade-school teachers. Filter paper is dipped into a Cobalt Chloride solution and allowed to dry. Once dry,..... more info
Cobalt Nitrate chemical formula: Co(NO3)2 6H2O ( powder ) Cobalt Nitrate is a water soluble oxidizer. It is commonly used in dyes and inks. It is also used in vitamin preparations, as an additive to soil and animal feed and in the...... more info
Copper Acetate ( Cupric Acetate ) chemical formula: Cu(C2H3O2)2H2O ( granular ) Copper Acetate is used in both special effects and pyrotechnics. It is used to produce huge blue fireballs when mixed with Alcohol and explosively dispersed. It's..... more info
Copper Chloride ( Cupric Chloride ) chemical formula: CuCl2 H2O ( powder ) Copper Chloride (Cupric Chloride Dihydrate) is a water and alcohol soluble Copper compound that's used as a catalyst in various chemical processes. In pyrotechnics..... more info
Copper Nitrate (Cupric Nitrate) chemical formula: Cu(NO3)2 ( powder ) A fairly powerful oxidizer and also often used as a catalyst in a wide variety of formulations. Dissolved in water, it's commonly used for electroplating Copper metal onto...... more info
Copper Sulfate ( Cupric Sulfate ) chemical formula: CuSO4 ( granular/powder ) Cupric Sulfate (in ancient times known as Blue Vitriol) is a water soluble copper compound that's most frequently used in copper electroplating. Other popular uses...... more info
Cryolite chemical formula: Na3AlF6 ( fine powder ) Cryolite is a naturally occurring material, also known as Sodium Aluminum Fluoride. It is used in the production of Aluminum metal. In the field of pyrotechnics, Cryolite will impart a yellow color.... more info
Disk Sources, standard General Information All our Radioisotope sources are NRC Exempt 'safety sealed' sources. The radioactive material in the disks cannot be removed or altered - it is fused and part of the plastic/epoxy disk. The disks..... more info
Dysprosium Metal chemical element: Dy ( granular/chips ) Ultra pure quantities of the element Dysprosium (atomic number 66 ), ideal for element collectors or those conducting experiments/producing alloys with pure Dysprosium metal. Dysprosium is..... more info
Ethyl Alcohol ( denatured ) chemical formula: C2H6O (+ additives) ( 200 proof liquid ) Ethyl Alcohol (also known as Ethanol) is a flammable, colorless, mildly toxic chemical compound with a distinctive odor. Ethyl Alcohol is commonly found in...... more info
Ferric Chloride ( Iron Chloride ) chemical formula: FeCl3 6H2O ( crystals ) Ferric Chloride (also known as Iron Chloride) is used to etch Copper printed circuit (PC) boards. A pattern is either printed or hand drawn with an indelible marker...... more info
Ferric Nitrate ( Iron Nitrate ) chemical formula: Fe(NO3)39H2O ( crystals ) Ferric Nitrate is a water soluble oxidizer. It readily absorbs water from the atmosphere and must be kept tightly capped. Solutions of it are used by jewelers and...... more info
Gadolinium Metal chemical element: Gd ( Turnings ) Ultra pure quantities of the element Gadolinium (atomic number 64 ), ideal for element collectors or those conducting experiments/producing alloys with pure Gadolinium metal. It has the...... more info
Gallium Metal chemical element: Ga ( chunks ) Small, ultra pure quantities of the element Gallium (atomic number 31 ), ideal for element collectors or those conducting experiments/producing alloys with pure Gallium metal. Gallium metal has an...... more info
Hexamine (Hexamethylenetetramine) chemical formula: C6H12N4 ( fine powder ) Also called Methenamine, Hexamine is most commonly used as a solid fuel tablet used for cooking while camping or hiking. Compressed tablets of it are ignited and known as...... more info
Hydrochloric Acid chemical formula: HCL ( liquid ) High purity ACS/Electronic grade Hydrochloric acid. Used in a wide variety of chemical processes and industrial applications. Standard 36.5 to 38.0 %. Note: must be 21 years or older to purchase...... more info
Hydrogen Peroxide 27% chemical formula: HCL ( liquid ) High purity, concentrated, 27% Hydrogen Peroxide. Far more powerful than the drug store 3% variety. Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2) is used in a wide variety of chemical processes and industrial...... more info
Iodine chemical element: I 2 ( crystals ) High purity Iodine in crystal form (atomic number 53 ). Ideal for element collectors or those conducting experiments with pure Iodine. Iodine is primarily used for water purification and as a...... more info
Lead Oxide (red) chemical formula: Pb3O4 ( fine powder ) Lead Tetroxide (also known as Lead (II, IV) Oxide (Pb3O4)) is used in the manufacture of batteries, lead (crystal) glass, and in rust-proof paint. Lead Oxide is used in a wide variety of..... more info
Magnesium Ribbon chemical element: Mg ( thin metal ribbon ) Pure Magnesium Ribbon, standard 1/8" wide ribbon, 25 gram roll. Magnesium is a chemical element; atomic number 12 . Lots of interesting uses. Light a small piece, and it burns...... more info
Magnesium Metal, granular chemical element: Mg ( granular ) Pure granular Magnesium Metal. Magnesium is a chemical element; atomic number 12 . Magnesium powder is used to prepare Grignard reagents, which are useful in organic synthesis, to...... more info
Mercury (Hg) > High purity Mercury sample for collectors & display. Purity: 4N (99.99%). Available in natural liquid form, in a glass vial. Includes clear storage/display container with lid & vial as shown. Mercury Liquid: ...... more info
Mercury Metal chemical element: Hg ( liquid ) High purity (ACS/Reagent grade) Mercury metal. This is extremely high purity Mercury metal, quadruple distilled and 99.9995% pure. Mercury is a chemical element; atomic number 80 . It is a heavy,.... more info
Methyl Alcohol chemical formula: CH3OH ( liquid ) Methyl Alcohol (also known as Methanol) is a flammable, colorless, chemical compound with a distinctive odor. Methyl Alcohol is commonly used as a fuel in high performance internal combustion racing.... more info
Naphthalene chemical formula: C10H8 ( flakes ) Naphthalene is primarily used as a chemical intermediate to produce other chemicals. The largest uses are in the manufacture of Antiseptics. Naphthalene sublimes (converts directly to a vapor) at..... more info
General Information Needle Radioisotope sources are typically used in Cloud Chambers or other devices that require a point source. Needle sources have the radioactive isotope applied to the eye of a common sewing needle. The point of the needle is...... more info
Nickel Nitrate chemical formula: Ni(NO3)2 ( granular ) Nickel Nitrate is mainly used in the electroplating industry and to produce other inorganic and organic Nickel compounds. It's also used in the manufacture of certain catalysts and...... more info
Nitric Acid chemical formula: HNO3 ( liquid ) High purity ACS/Reagent grade Nitric acid. Used in a wide variety of chemical processes and industrial applications. Standard 68%-72% concentration, 500 ml bottle with special teflon insert cap. We pay..... more info
Phenolphthalein ( 1% solution in Alcohol ) chemical formula: C20H14O4 ( liquid ) Phenolphthalein is a sensitive PH indicator which remains colorless below a PH of 8.2, and turns bright pink above a PH of 10. When mixed with Hydrogen Peroxide &...... more info
Polonium (Po) >Polonium sample for collectors & display. Polonium is a radioactive element (an alpha radiation emitter) with no stable isotopes. Our Polonium sample is Polonium-210, sealed in a standard 1" epoxy radioisotope source disk. The 1/4"..... more info
Potassium Chlorate chemical formula: KClO3 ( fine powder ) Potassium Chlorate is a powerful oxidizer used in older pyrotechnic formulations. Mixed with Manganese Dioxide in a test tube and heated, it can conveniently be used to produce useful.... more info
Potassium Dichromate chemical formula: K2Cr2O7 ( granular ) Potassium Dichromate is a common inorganic chemical reagent, most commonly used as an oxidizing agent in various laboratory and industrial applications. Solutions of it are used..... more info
Potassium Hydroxide chemical formula: KOH ( large flakes ) Potassium Hydroxide is a powerful alkali, also known as 'Caustic Potash'. It is chemically similar to Lye. Potassium Hydroxide is used in a wide variety of chemical...... more info
Potassium Metal chemical element: K ( solid chunks ) Ultra pure quantities of the element Potassium (atomic number 19 ), ideal for element collectors of those conducting experiments/producing alloys with pure Potassium metal. Potassium is a very..... more info
Potassium Nitrate chemical formula: KNO3 ( granular ) Potassium Nitrate (also known as 'Saltpeter' to old-timers) is a common oxidizer best known for its use in fireworks, rocket propellants and as a main component of ...... more info
chemical formula: KClO4 ( powder ) Potassium Perchlorate is a common oxidizer and is one of the most important oxidizers used in fireworks. It is the main component in various flash powder compositions, stars, and sparklers. Although it is used as..... more info
Potassium Permanganate chemical formula: KMnO4 ( granular ) Potassium Permanganate is a common oxidizer most often used to treat & disinfect water. It is also known for its use in a spontaneous combustion experiment. If one places a few..... more info
Rubidium chemical element: Rb ( solid ) Ultra pure sample of the element Rubidium, atomic number 37 . ideal for element collectors of those conducting experiments/producing alloys & compounds with pure Rubidium metal. Rubidium is one of...... more info
Silver Nitrate chemical formula: AgNO3 ( powder/granular ) A popular demonstration using Silver Nitrate is the production of pure Silver metal. Clean Copper wire or rod suspended in a Silver Nitrate solution will produce a gleaming Silver tree if..... more info
Sodium Bisulfate chemical formula: NaH2SO4H2O ( coarse powder ) Sodium Bisulfate is frequently used as a replacement for Sulfuric Acid in many applications. Since Sulfuric Acid is prohibitively expensive to ship, Sodium Bisulfate is a popular...... more info
Sodium Ferrocyanide chemical formula: Na4Fe(CN)6 ( powder ) Sodium Ferrocyanide is mainly used to produce Prussian Blue pigment, used in the manufacture of inks. This can be demonstrated by pouring solutions of Ferric Ammonium Sulfate and...... more info
Sodium Hydroxide chemical formula: NaOH ( pellets ) Sodium Hydroxide (also known as Lye or Caustic Soda) forms a strongly alkaline solution when dissolved in water, Sodium Hydroxide is widely used in many industries, mostly as a strong chemical...... more info
Sodium Metal chemical element: Na. New, extra high purity Sodium Metal sealed in foil packs in an argon atmosphere. Highly reactive metals like Sodium are typically stored under oil to prevent them from being exposed to the air. Unfortunately,...... more info
Sodium Nitrate chemical formula: NaNO3 ( prills ) Sodium Nitrate, is a common oxidizer that finds use as a fertilizer, a rocket fuel component, and in some pyrotechnic formulations where it both imparts a yellow color to flame and provides.... more info
Strontium Nitrate chemical formula: Sr(NO3)2 ( powder ) In pyrotechnics, Strontium Nitrate is an important chemical that finds use as a combination oxidizer and coloring agent. It imparts a deep red color to flames. Used in a variety of...... more info
High purity ACS/Reagent grade liquid Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4). Used in a wide variety of chemical processes and industrial applications. Standard 95-98 %. Packaged in 500ml Amber Glass bottle with teflon cap. MSDS ( Material Safety Data...... more info
Typical Uranium metal samples. Hand contains three, 3 gram samples. normally 2 or 3 pieces totals 3 grams. Uranium Metal chemical element: U (metal chunks) Very high Purity Uranium238 metal chunks. Uranium is a chemical element (atomic number 92 ).... more info
Uranium Metal chemical formula: U (large metal pieces) Larger, Uranium-238 metal samples. Three different samples are currently available (see images above). There is only one each of these samples available. Two photos have been taken of each...... more info
Yellowcake is a radioactive compound of the metal element Uranium. In industry, Yellowcake is the purified Uranium concentrate produced in the processing of Uranium ore. Yellowcake is used in the preparation of uranium fuel for nuclear reactors and..... more info
Intermediate Lab Glassware Set An expanded version of our popular Basic Lab Glassware Set - everything you see in the image above is included. The set includes a porcelain Mortar & Pestle and high temperature Crucible. We also added a larger...... more info
Organic Lab Glassware Set A top quality organic chemistry glassware set. Everything you see in the image is included. All glassware is fabricated from high quality Borosilicate (Pyrex type) heat resistant glass. Ideal for setting up a lab, or...... more info
Disk Sources, Beta (large) These source disks are larger than our standard disks. They measure 1.75" in diameter and just under 1/8" thick. ISOTOPE ACTIVITY HALF-LIFE ENERGIES (KeV) Carbon14 10uCi 5730 years 49.5 (average) ISOTOPE ACTIVITY .... more info
25 KV High Voltage Power Supply Portable 25 KV DC Power Supply Powerful & highly efficient, our High Voltage Power Supply produces 25,000 volts (25 Kv) DC, to power a wide variety of high voltage equipment & projects. We kept extra features to a..... more info
Isotope Disk set, 3 disk Our 3 disk radioisotope set contains sources that emit a range of alpha, beta and gamma radiation. Ideal for demonstration and introductory nuclear classes covering basic characteristics of radiation. Contains 1 each of...... more info
Isotope Disk set, 5 disk Our 5 disk radioisotope set contains a wide of alpha, beta and gamma emissions making it a popular choice for nuclear science instruction. The set contains two beta emitters, two beta/gamma emitters and one alpha source for.... more info
Isotope Disk set, 8 disk Designed for in-depth nuclear sudies and gamma spectroscopy, our 8 disk set contains different gamma emitting isotopes covering the entire energy range from 32 to 1408 keV. Also included in the set is a mixed source of...... more info
Nuclear Isotope Generator Create a radioactive isotope and demonstrate the properties of radioactive decay. This Cs-137/Ba-137m Isotope Generator is used to conduct experiments to demonstrate the properties of radioactive decay. Based on the...... more info
Ideal for demonstrating the penetrating ability of various forms of radiation through different materials & thicknesses. Our Radiation Absorber Set contains 20 calibrated radiation absorbers covering the range of 4.5 mg/cm2 to 7400 mg/cm2. The...... more info
Van de Graaff Generator - 400,000 volts Generate almost 1/2 million volts to produce crashing lightning bolts and perform fantastic electrostatic experiments on an incredible and spectacular scale! A fascinating piece of equipment for education,...... more info
Van de Graaff Generator - 600,000 volts Generate over 1/2 million volts to produce crashing lightning bolts and perform fantastic electrostatic experiments on an incredible and spectacular scale! A fascinating piece of equipment for education,...... more info
Hoffman Apparatus One of the most elegant pieces of laboratory equipment, the Hoffman Apparatus, used to produce Hydrogen & Oxygen gas from water... or other gases from other liquids. This is a top quality piece of laboratory equipment,...... more info
Lead Source Shield - 2 disk For storing 1 or 2 radioactive disk sources, our 2-Disk Lead Source Shield is a convenient and inexpensive radiation shield. The Lead Source Shield simplifies shipping & transportation problems and offers ultra-safe.... more info
Lead Source Shield - 8 disk For storing up to 8 radioactive disk sources, our 8-Disk Lead Source Shield is a convenient and inexpensive radiation shield. The Lead Source Shield simplifies shipping & transportation problems and offers...... more info
Magnetic Stirrer w/Hotplate Our premium magnetic stirrer/hot plates are now available in two sizes - a 5" plate or a 7" plate. These are industrial quality units, made to withstand heavy daily use. Perfect for laboratory or manufacturing.... more info
Lead 'Big Pig' Container Known as 'Pigs' in the nuclear industry, these cylindrical lead containers are ideal for storing up to 20 standard 1" Radioisotope Source Disks - or any small radioactive material sample. Pigs come in..... more info
2" Dia x 1" Thick NdFeB Disc Magnet, highest grade available, Ni Plated with Matte finish, Axially Magnetized (the top & bottom flat faces are the north & south poles). Theoretical maximum pull: 230 pounds. WARNING - VERY POWERFUL... more info
2" Dia x 2" Thick NdFeB Disc Magnet, highest grade available, Ni Plated with Matte finish, Axially Magnetized (the top & bottom flat faces are the north & south poles). Theoretical maximum pull: 410 pounds. WARNING - VERY POWERFUL... more info
2" Dia NdFeB Sphere Magnet, highest grade available, Ni-Cu-Ni Plated with Matte finish, Magnetized through the Poles (like the planet Earth). Maximum pull: 110 pounds. WARNING - VERY POWERFUL... more info
3" Dia x 1" Thick NdFeB Disc Magnet, highest grade available, Ni Plated with Matte finish, Axially Magnetized (the top & bottom flat faces are the north & south poles). Theoretical maximum pull: 330 pounds. WARNING - VERY POWERFUL... more info
3" Dia x 2" Thick NdFeB Disc Magnet, highest grade available, Ni Plated with Matte finish, Axially Magnetized (the top & bottom flat faces are the north & south poles). Theoretical maximum pull: 645 pounds. WARNING - VERY POWERFUL... more info
4" Dia x 2" Thick NdFeB Disc Magnet, highest grade available, Ni Plated with Matte finish, Axially Magnetized (the top & bottom flat faces are the north & south poles). Theoretical maximum pull: 800 pounds. WARNING - VERY POWERFUL... more info
2" NdFeB Cube Magnet, highest grade available, Ni Plated with Matte finish, Magnetized through the Thickness. Theoretical maximum pull: 450 pounds WARNING - VERY POWERFUL... more info
4" Dia x 0.5" Thick, ( 2" hole ) NdFeB Ring Magnet, highest grade available, Ni-Cu-Ni Plated with Matte finish, Axially Magnetized (the top & bottom flat faces are the north & south poles). Theoretical maximum pull: 155 pounds.... more info
3" Dia x 1" Thick, ( 1.75" hole ) NdFeB Ring Magnet, highest grade available, Ni-Cu-Ni Plated with Matte finish, Axially Magnetized (the top & bottom flat faces are the north & south poles). Theoretical maximum pull: 230 pounds. This magnet can be...... more info
2" x 3" x 2" NdFeB Block Magnet, highest grade available, Ni Plated with Matte finish, Magnetized through the Thickness. Theoretical maximum pull: 504 pounds WARNING - VERY POWERFUL... more info