Glassco Class A Measuring Cylinder with Hexagonal Base — Individual Certificate
The Glassco Class A measuring cylinder with hexagonal base is a precision volumetric glassware item manufactured from borosilicate 3.3 glass to DIN EN ISO 4788 standards. Designed for regulated pharmaceutical, analytical, and research laboratory environments, each cylinder is supplied with an individual work certificate — providing the documented traceability required for volumetric glassware used in validated analytical methods, GLP-compliant facilities, and accredited testing laboratory applications.
Available in capacities from 5mL to 2000mL, these measuring cylinders combine the highest Class A volumetric accuracy with practical design features including a stable hexagonal base and clear blue metric graduation markings. Supplied from Glassco’s European warehouse in the Netherlands, they are available for fast and reliable delivery across Ireland.
Key Features
Class A Accuracy — Certified to DIN EN ISO 4788
Manufactured to Class A volumetric accuracy tolerances in full compliance with DIN EN ISO 4788 — the internationally recognised standard for graduated measuring cylinders. Class A cylinders offer the tightest tolerance grades available for measuring cylinders, making them the appropriate choice for pharmaceutical QC, calibration solution preparation, and any analytical application requiring documented and traceable volumetric measurement accuracy.
Individual Work Certificate Supplied
Each measuring cylinder is supplied with an individual work certificate confirming conformance to DIN EN ISO 4788 Class A accuracy requirements. This individual certification — as distinct from batch certification — provides specific, documented traceability for each unit, supporting the qualification and documentation requirements of regulated laboratory environments including pharmaceutical QC, GMP-compliant facilities, and accredited testing laboratories.
Stable Hexagonal Base
The hexagonal base design provides enhanced stability on laboratory bench surfaces, reducing the risk of tipping during handling and measurement. This practical safety feature is particularly valuable in busy laboratory environments where multiple cylinders may be in use simultaneously across crowded bench areas.
Borosilicate 3.3 Glass
Manufactured from borosilicate 3.3 glass, these measuring cylinders offer excellent chemical resistance to the majority of acids, bases, and organic solvents encountered in routine laboratory use. Borosilicate 3.3 glass also provides good thermal stability, supporting use across the temperature range typically encountered in laboratory measurement and preparation workflows.
Blue Metric Graduation Markings
Clear blue metric graduation markings provide convenient and accurate volume reading across the full measurement range of each cylinder. The blue printing on clear borosilicate glass provides strong visual contrast for reliable meniscus reading under standard laboratory lighting conditions.
EU Warehouse — Fast Delivery to Ireland
These measuring cylinders are supplied from Glassco’s European distribution warehouse in the Netherlands, providing significantly shorter lead times for Irish laboratories compared to direct import from outside the EU. This EU-based stock position removes the customs complexity and extended delivery timescales typically associated with sourcing certified laboratory glassware from international manufacturers.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Glassco |
| Type | Measuring Cylinder with Hexagonal Base |
| Accuracy Class | Class A |
| Glass Type | Borosilicate 3.3 |
| Standard Compliance | DIN EN ISO 4788 |
| Certificate | Individual work certificate per unit |
| Base Type | Hexagonal base |
| Graduation Colour | Blue |
| Available Capacities | 5mL, 10mL, 25mL, 50mL, 100mL, 250mL, 500mL, 1000mL, 2000mL |
| Supply Origin | Glassco European Warehouse, Netherlands |
Graduation and Tolerance Reference
| Capacity (mL) | Subdivision (mL) | Tolerance ± (mL) | Item Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 0.1 | 0.05 | 139.223.00A |
| 10 | 0.2 | 0.10 | 139.223.01A |
| 25 | 0.5 | 0.25 | 139.223.02A |
| 50 | 1.0 | 0.50 | 139.223.03A |
| 100 | 1.0 | 0.50 | 139.223.04A |
| 250 | 2.0 | 1.00 | 139.223.05A |
| 500 | 5.0 | 2.50 | 139.223.06A |
| 1000 | 10.0 | 5.00 | 139.223.07A |
| 2000 | 20.0 | 10.00 | 139.223.08A |
Applications
Glassco Class A measuring cylinders with hexagonal base are suited to a broad range of laboratory applications requiring accurate and documented volumetric measurement:
- Pharmaceutical QC solution preparation — accurate preparation of reagents, buffers, and mobile phases for validated analytical methods where volumetric traceability is required
- Calibration standard preparation — precise volume measurement for the preparation of calibration solutions in analytical chemistry workflows
- GLP-compliant research — volumetric measurement in regulated research facilities where individual glassware certification supports qualification documentation
- Accredited laboratory testing — certified Class A glassware for accredited testing laboratories requiring documented conformance to ISO standards
- General analytical chemistry — accurate liquid volume measurement across a wide range of routine analytical and preparative chemistry workflows
- Method development and validation — precise volumetric measurement during analytical method development and formal validation studies
Class A vs Class B — Choosing the Right Measuring Cylinder
Class A measuring cylinders are the appropriate choice for regulated laboratory environments — pharmaceutical QC, GLP facilities, and accredited testing laboratories — where individual certification, documented traceability, and the highest accuracy tolerances are required. For general laboratory use where the highest accuracy class and individual certification are not critical requirements, Class B measuring cylinders provide a more economical alternative.
Availability in Ireland
Glassco Class A measuring cylinders with hexagonal base are available from Varen Scientific — Ireland’s authorised distributor for Glassco laboratory glassware. Supplied from Glassco’s European warehouse in the Netherlands, these measuring cylinders are available for fast and reliable delivery across Ireland, with shorter lead times than direct import from outside the EU.
For further technical information on Class A volumetric glassware standards and selection, refer to guidance published by ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) on laboratory glassware specifications.
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