Aoda SOX606 Automatic Soxhlet Extraction Fat analyzer

Aoda SOX606 Automatic Soxhlet Extraction Fat analyzer

SOX606 Automatic Soxhlet Extraction Fat analyzer, designed based on the Soxhlet extraction principle with weight method to determine the fat content. It has five extraction methods to meet different demands from the customer. The whole metal heating module, heating up fast, good effect, low power consumption; access to all-round water temperature, flow control, environmental protection more economical; built-in ether leak detection device to ensure experimental safety. It is widely used in agricultural/ food /chemical /environment and other areas, especially for the drug, soil, sludge, cleaner, and other substances in the extraction of soluble organic compounds.

Automatic extraction

One-touch to start extraction, lifting, pre-heating, extraction, dilution, solvent recovery automatically.

In-built 5 unique methods of extraction, handy operation.

Include Soxhlet Extraction, Soxhlet Hot Extraction, Continue Flow Extraction, Hot Extraction, CH Standard methods,

Apply to all organic solvents

Customized by glass and PTFE, which can block all impurities and possess a high rate of accuracy, apply to all organic solvents, satisfying the requirements of users.

ECO- friendly and conservation

Full temperature and flow control for reducing consumption of condensed water.

• Automatic Soxhlet standard method, it customized by glass and PTFE, which can block all impurities and possess high rate of accuracy.

• The analyzer allows its controller to adsorb on any surface made of iron.

• Preset common reagent options, one-click manipulation for repeated trials

• Full temperature and flow control for environment and economy.

• Efficient solvents recovering system for reducing experimentation cost.

Q : What is Soxhlet Extraction? 

A : Soxhlet extraction is a laboratory technique used for the extraction of compounds from solid materials. It involves the continuous washing of the sample with a solvent, through a cycle of boiling and condensation, enabling efficient extraction of the desired compounds into the solvent. 

Q : How Does Soxhlet Extraction Work? 

A : The process starts with placing the solid sample in a thimble within the Soxhlet apparatus, which is then placed atop a flask containing the extraction solvent. Upon heating, the solvent vaporizes, condenses in a condenser, and drips onto the sample. The solvent chamber fills until the siphon tube initiates a solvent exchange, allowing the extract to flow back into the flask. This cycle repeats, ensuring thorough extraction. 

Q : What Are the Advantages of Soxhlet Extraction? 

A : High extraction efficiency through continuous, repeated solvent washing. Suitable for extracting compounds from a small amount of material. Requires minimal monitoring once set up. Can extract compounds with varying solubilities by changing the solvent. 

Q : What Are the Disadvantages of Soxhlet Extraction? 

A : Time-consuming, often taking hours to complete. Potential degradation of heat-sensitive compounds due to prolonged exposure to heat. Not suitable for volatile compounds due to the risk of evaporation with the solvent. 

Q : What Solvents Can Be Used in Soxhlet Extraction? 

A : The choice of solvent depends on the compound of interest’s solubility. Common solvents include ethanol, hexane, dichloromethane, and ethyl acetate. The ideal solvent should have a good solubility for the target compound and a boiling point that allows efficient cycling in the Soxhlet apparatus. 

Q : Can Soxhlet Extraction Be Used for All Types of Samples? 

A : Soxhlet extraction is most effective for solid samples with compounds that are not volatile or sensitive to heat. It is not suitable for volatile organic compounds or thermally unstable substances. 

Q : What Is the Typical Duration of a Soxhlet Extraction? 

A : The duration of a Soxhlet extraction can vary widely, typically ranging from a few hours to overnight, depending on the compound’s solubility, the solvent used, and the sample matrix.