There is a similar thread on DIY distillation kits in the acquiring reagents etc subforum. I posted m idea for a reaction vessel there. Really even
if your a kid living with parnts ,dirt poor etc get a reaction flask and condenser. I have seen some dirt cheap rubber stopper style. Not as good as
ground glass bt better than lightbulbs. I am also springing for a thermometer and aspirator.
For beakers coffee maker pots are designed for use on hot plates. I found a great little 1 cup one that even looks like a beaker. Pyrex measuring ups
are cool but to thick to handle rapid temp changes.
I saved some little airplane chivas bottles. Cut a piece of rubber similar to innertube for a capliner. Until i can find some teflon. Great stuff
teflon.
Rescued a big glass plate from a dead microwave and a lid or 2 from broken pyrex dshes at the sally ann for evap plates etc. Old fake Xmass tree
stand is ideal rings stand for 2 liter reaction vessel. Built like a tank ,fireproof and adjusts. Stuck a bent chopstick in the dremel and instant
mechanical stirrer. There was a brand new hand blender in the basement I havent tried but it's sweet oster graduated 1 liter plastic beaker with lid
looks very sciency. On od french press 1 litre glass beaker is a perfect match but no markings. Does have a nice removable handle and a vented lid. I
also got a few of these orangina bottles shaped like ehrlemeher flasks and a few others with good lids.
I have a fairly ambitious plan for turning a sailor jerry bottle into a addition funnel. Maybe a fume cupboard and melting point device someday.
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