Used for continuous extraction of analyses from a solid into an organic solvent
Wheaton connection eliminates the need for hooks, springs and clamps common to standard ground joint designs
As the flask containing the solvent is heated, vapors rise in the larger outside tube, enter the water-cooled condenser, and liquate
When the liquid level in the extractor reaches the top of the bent tube, siphoning action returns the extract-enriched solvent to the flask
Wetted parts are manufactured from either Wheaton 33 low extractable borosilicate glass that conforms to sup type i and sat e 438 type i, class a requirements or pate