Choosing the Right Vacuum Pump for Distillation
Selecting the right vacuum pump is crucial for distillation. Learn about rotary vane, diaphragm, and dry screw pumps, and how they impact efficiency and cost.
Process Planning Example: How to Choose a Chiller
Learn how to accurately determine what size chiller you’ll need for your lab with a simple spreadsheet. This blog provides a step-by-step look at the process and a downloadable spreadsheet you can ...
Mastering Short Path Distillation: Gauge Selection and Gauge Placement PLUS+ A Troubleshooting Tip!
In the second part of our three-part blog series, "Mastering Short Path Distillation," I will explain a small but significant tool: the gauge. I will explain the importance of gauge selection in re...
Mastering Short Path Distillation: Why Tube Size and Diameter Matter
I want to start off by talking about something that’s key to mastering short path distillation: the size and diameter of the tubes on your short path. To explain why, let’s dive into two differ...
Tips for Maximizing Your Cannabis Distillation Methods
Extracting and refining cannabis are two critical processes that separate the component molecules. The process of distillation is particularly complex, with a combination of vacuums, proper heat te...
How To Clean Your Cannabis Distillation Equipment
The accumulation of debris on distillation equipment can drastically impact a processor’s ability to receive clean, high-quality products. Cleaning the various components of distillation equipment ...