CP Lab Safety EF-4-Justrite-B5-SYS 4-Inch ECO Waste Collection Funnel System
| Brand | CP Lab Safety |
|---|---|
| Origin | USA |
| Manufacturer Type | Authorized Distributor |
| Product Origin | Imported |
| Model | EF-4-Justrite-B5-SYS |
| Price | Upon Request |
| Funnel Diameter | 4 in (101.6 mm) |
| Capacity | 450 mL |
| Neck Length | 11 in (279 mm) |
| Top Dimensions | 5 in × 7 in (127 mm × 178 mm) |
| Material | High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) |
| Thread Specification | 38–430, 38–400, 53 mm, 63 mm, 70 mm, 83 mm, 100 mm |
| Filter Included | Yes, particulate-retaining |
| Max HPLC Fittings | 6 |
| Compliance | Meets OSHA, NFPA 30, and ANSI Z9.5 laboratory ventilation standards |
Overview
The CP Lab Safety EF-4-Justrite-B5-SYS 4-Inch ECO Waste Collection Funnel System is an engineered solution for safe, compliant, and vapor-reducing liquid waste handling in analytical, synthetic, and biological laboratories. Designed around the principle of *closed-system containment*, this funnel eliminates open-vessel exposure during routine solvent disposal—particularly critical when managing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as acetonitrile, methanol, chloroform, and ethyl acetate used in HPLC, GC, peptide synthesis, and nucleic acid purification workflows. Unlike conventional open carboys or beakers, the ECO funnel integrates a threaded neck, extended vapor barrier geometry, and chemical-resistant HDPE construction to reduce airborne VOC concentrations by up to 99% (per internal ASTM D5403-compliant vapor emission testing). Its compact footprint (5″ × 7″ top area) enables seamless integration into fume hoods, sink basins, and benchtop waste stations without compromising workflow ergonomics or spatial efficiency.
Key Features
- Threaded neck (standardized 38–430, 38–400, and custom thread options) ensures secure, leak-tight coupling with compatible LDPE, PP, or HDPE waste containers—including 2 L, 4 L, 5-gallon, and 20 L configurations.
- 11-inch extended neck functions as a physical vapor diffusion barrier, significantly increasing the path length for VOC molecules and reducing evaporation kinetics per Fick’s law of diffusion.
- Integrated particulate filter retains solid residues from column eluents, cleavage cocktails, or precipitated reagents—preventing clogging in downstream tubing or container necks.
- Chemically inert high-density polyethylene (HDPE) body resists corrosion from strong acids (e.g., TFA), bases (e.g., NaOH), halogenated solvents, and oxidizers—validated per ASTM D543 immersion testing protocols.
- Modular design supports up to six simultaneous HPLC waste lines via optional multi-port adapters—ideal for centralized waste management in core facilities or shared instrumentation labs.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The EF-4-Justrite-B5-SYS is validated for use with common laboratory solvents and process streams including reversed-phase HPLC mobile phases, oligonucleotide deprotection mixtures (e.g., ammonium hydroxide/methylamine), protein digestion buffers, and low-pressure chromatography fractions. It conforms to key safety and environmental frameworks: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication), NFPA 30 Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code (Section 9.5.2 for closed waste collection), and ANSI Z9.5–2022 Laboratory Ventilation standards for localized vapor control. While not a pressure-rated device, its design supports passive vapor suppression under ambient lab conditions—making it suitable for GLP and GMP environments where documentation of exposure mitigation is required during method validation or audit preparation.
Software & Data Management
This is a passive mechanical system with no embedded electronics, firmware, or software interface. As such, it requires no calibration, network configuration, or cybersecurity protocols. Its operational integrity is verified through visual inspection (filter integrity, thread engagement, absence of stress cracking) and documented in standard lab SOPs for waste handling. For institutions maintaining electronic lab notebooks (ELNs) or LIMS platforms (e.g., LabWare, Thermo Fisher SampleManager), the EF-4-Justrite-B5-SYS may be assigned unique asset IDs and linked to waste stream tracking templates—supporting traceability in FDA 21 CFR Part 11–compliant workflows where manual log entries are supplemented with digital audit trails.
Applications
- HPLC and UHPLC waste capture—especially for gradient elution systems generating mixed-acetonitrile/water fractions.
- DNA/RNA synthesizer effluent collection during detritylation and coupling cycles.
- Protein sequencers and synthesizers handling volatile piperidine, DMF, and DCM-based reagents.
- Medium-pressure flash chromatography systems using ether-, hexane-, or ethyl acetate–based eluents.
- Environmental and regulatory labs managing EPA Method 8081/8270 extract cleanup waste under chain-of-custody protocols.
FAQ
Can this funnel be autoclaved?
No. HDPE has a maximum continuous service temperature of 60°C; autoclaving (121°C, saturated steam) will deform the funnel and compromise thread integrity.
Is the filter replaceable?
Yes. The integrated polypropylene mesh filter is user-serviceable and available as spare part #EF-FIL-450.
Does it meet USP <467> residual solvent limits for pharmaceutical QC labs?
While the funnel itself does not alter solvent purity, its vapor-suppression function helps maintain ambient air quality below OSHA PELs—supporting compliance with USP laboratory environmental controls.
Can it be used with acidic waste from ICP-MS sample digestion?
Only for short-term, diluted (<1 M) nitric or hydrochloric acid solutions. Prolonged exposure to hot concentrated mineral acids may degrade HDPE; for such applications, fluoropolymer-lined alternatives are recommended.
What is the shelf life of unused units?
When stored indoors at 15–25°C, away from UV exposure and ozone sources, the HDPE funnel maintains structural integrity for ≥10 years per ISO 4427-1 stability guidelines.
