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Sigma-Aldrich offers a variety of packaging options for those applications when individual bottles are not practical. With larger volumes of solvents, safe and proper dispensing methods are essential.


Carbon Steel Flex-Spout Can
Carbon Steel Can with NPT Threads
VerSA-Flow™
NOWPak® Containers
Drums
Packaging Specifications



Carbon Steel Flex-Spout Can
Flex_Spout_Can Products available in Flex-Spout cans

Solid carbon steel design comes with a convenient built-in spout for easy dispensing. Ideal for use with many of our ACS, Reagent and Histological Grade Solvents.

  • 20 Liter capacity
  • Polyethylene Flex-Spout
  • UN and DOT approved UN1A1/X1.4/250
  • 36.35cm H 27.94cm D

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Dispensing Methods
Pouring - Comes with built-in one-piece self-venting polyethylene spout for easy pouring.

Pumping
Flex-Spout Pump (Z557803)
This Rieke pump is for dispensing solvents and non-corrosive liquids. The self-venting design eliminates a need for an air vent opening. Pump includes a plastic Flex-Spout mounting cap and a stabilizing metal strap for mounting to Sigma-Aldrich 20L Flex-Spout cans. Dispenses ~100mL per stroke.

 





Carbon Steel Pump (Z555363)
High quality, FM Approved pump with grounding wires and clamps makes for the safe dispensing of solvents and non-corrosive liquids. Pump includes a set of cap adapters for mounting to various cans including the Sigma-Aldrich 20L Flex-Spout can. Dispenses ~100mL per stroke.

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Carbon Steel Can with NPT Threads
NPT_Can Products available in NPT threaded cans

Solid carbon steel design incorporates a 2" and 3/4" NPT thread for the dispensing of our ACS, Reagent and Histological Grade Solvents.

  • 20 Liter capacity
  • UN and DOT approved UN1A1/X1.4/250
  • 36.35cm H x 27.94cm D

Pump-N-Pour
Pour_Spout
Dispensing Methods
Pouring
Pump N' Pour Adapter (Z557757)
Threaded 2" NPT polypropylene adapter allows for the pouring of solvents directly from the container. Comes with o-ring cap for tight closure when not in use. See AL-222 for instructions on installation.

Pour Spout (Z511870)
Low-density polyethylene spout fits over the can’s 2" NPT opening.

Faucet Faucet
Brass faucet (Z160482) Self-closing, FM approved, fits 3/4" NPT thread
Self-venting PP faucet (Z168149) fits 3/4" NPT thread

VersaFlow_Tapper Pumping
VerSA-Flow Tapper (Z529060)

Simple and convienent pumping action pressurizes container for continuous flow.

  • PTFE solvent pick-up tube and On/Off spigot
  • HDPE body and piston with PTFE wiper
 

Zinc-Pump-on-NPT Flex-Spout Pump (Z557803)

This Rieke pump is for dispensing solvents and non-corrosive liquids. The self-venting design eliminates a need for an air vent opening. Dispenses ~100mL per stroke. For tight seal, use in conjunction with Flex-Spout NPT Adapter (Z557811)

Carbon_Steel_Pump Carbon Steel Pump (Z555363)

High quality, FM approved pump with grounding wires and clamps makes for the safe dispensing of solvents and non-corrosive liquids. Carbon Steel Pump Adapter (Z562254) is required for use with Sigma-Aldrich 20L NPT can with 2 inch bung (FM approved). Dispenses ~100mL per stroke.



VersaFlow_Cap Pressure Transferring
VerSA-Flow Economy Pressure Delivery Cap (Z529028)

Solid PBT machined body with two tubing ports.

  • Flow rate ~1L/min. at 4psi.
  • Includes 10 ft x 1/4 in. O.D. FEP™ tubing
  • Use at <5psi max.
VersaFlow_Low_Flow VerSA-Flow Low-Flow Pressure Delivery Cap (Z545732)

Two-piece, PBT cap permits its removal without disconnecting solvent and gas lines when changing containers.

  • Flow rate ~1L/min. at 4psi.
  • Four 1/4 in. NPT threaded holes with plugs permit the solvent lines, liquid-level indicator, vent line, or sparge/delivery tube assemblies
  • Built-in pressure-relief valve automatically vents in case of excessive pressure (5 psi max.).
  • Includes 10 ft x 1/4 in. O.D. FEP™ tubing
Versaflow_high_press_cap VerSA-Flow High-Flow Pressure Delivery Cap (Z545791)

Two-piece, PBT cap permits the removal of the cap without disconnecting solvent and gas lines when changing containers.

  • Flow rate: ~5 to 6 L/min @ 4 psi
  • Built-in pressure-relief valve vents automatically in case of excessive pressure (10 psi max.)
  • Includes 8 ft x 3/8 in. I.D. FEP
  • PTFE On/Off spigot

See AL-210 for all VerSA-Flow instructions, installation, and additional dispensing need options.


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Accessories
Plug Wrench (Z219290)
Nonsparking bronze alloy. Fits most bung patterns.



Flexible bonding wire (Z197866)
Prevents sparking of static electricity generated by the transfer of flammable liquids. 3ft. L with 2 copper alligator clips.

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VerSA-Flow™
VersaFlow_container VerSA-Flow™ Container
Products available in VerSA-Flow containers

This 18L HDPE liner with metal overpack can is used for many of our ACS, CHROMASOLV® for HPLC, Reagent grade and Mobile Phase Solvent Blends. Easily configured to be used with HPLC analysis.

  • Double containment design for safe shipping and storage
  • Completely recyclable
  • Convenient for holding waste solvents when emptied
  • UN and DOT approved UN1A2/X50/S
  • 2 in. buttress thread
  • 41.28cm H x 29.85cm D

  Dispensing Methods
VersaFlow_Tapper Pumping
VerSA-Flow Tapper (Z529060)

Simple and convienent pumping action pressurizes container for continuous flow.

  • PTFE solvent pick-up tube and On/Off spigot
  • HDPE body and piston with PTFE wiper
  • Requires (Z529036) Buttress Adapter
VersaFlow_Cap Pressure Transferring
VerSA-Flow Economy Pressure Delivery Cap (Z529028)

Solid PBT machined body with two tubing ports.

  • Flow rate ~1L/min. at 4psi.
  • Includes 10 ft x 1/4 in. O.D. FEP™ tubing
  • Use at <5psi max.
  • Requires (Z529036) Buttress Adapter
VersaFlow_Low_Flow VerSA-Flow Low-Flow Pressure Delivery Cap (Z543810)

Two-piece, PBT cap permits its removal without disconnecting solvent and gas lines when changing containers.

  • Flow rate ~1L/min. at 4psi.
  • Four 1/4 in. NPT threaded holes with plugs permit the solvent lines, liquid-level indicator, vent line, or sparge/delivery tube assemblies
  • Built-in pressure-relief valve automatically vents in case of excessive pressure (5 psi max.).
  • Includes 10 ft x 1/4 in. O.D. FEP™ tubing
VersaFlow-Accessories-II Low-Flow Pressure Delivery Cap Accessories

See AL-210 for all VerSA-Flow instructions, installation, and additional dispensing need options.

HPLC Tube Fittings (Z543853)
Use compressions fittings to connect directly to your HPLC instrument’s 1/8 in. tubing.

Liquid Level Indicator (Z543780)
316 SS, color-coded indicator wire for visual determination of solvent level inside the container

Sparge/Solvent delivery assembly (Z543829)
2 micron SS filter, 1/8 in. o.d. PFA tubing

Single hole metal cover with locking ring (Z553190)
Allows for a solid, locked cover to be used on the VerSA-Flow container while dispensing is in process.

 
Versaflow_high_press_cap VerSA-Flow High-Flow Pressure Delivery Cap (Z553182)

Two-piece, PBT cap permits the removal of the cap without disconnecting solvent and gas lines when changing containers.

  • Flow rate: ~5 to 6 L/min @ 4 psi
  • Built-in pressure-relief valve vents automatically in case of excessive pressure (10 psi max.)
  • Includes 8 ft x 3/8 in. I.D. FEP
  • PTFE On/Off spigot

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NOWPak® Containers
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Products available in NOWPak® containers

Both the 10L and 20L sizes incorporate a pre-cleaned, inert PFA liner, which is virtually compatible with all high-purity solvents. The NOWPak containers feature sturdy High-Density Polyethylene over packs providing secondary solvent containment during shipping, storage and handling. They are ideal for our CHROMASOLV® Solvent line including the Mobile Phase Solvent Blends used in HPLC analysis.

 

  • Secondary solvent containment design
  • Completely recyclable

 


Bottle/Packaging Specifications
Capacity Bottle Dimension
(H x D) cm
Closure Case Pack Case Pack Dimension
(L x W x H) cm
UN/DOT Rating
10L 33.24 x 22.95 63 mm 2 x 10L 48.26 x 25.40 x 37.47 4G/X42.8/S
20L 41.43 x 30.48 63 mm N/A N/A 1H1/Y1.9/100

  Dispensing Methods
ND-LD-00 Pumping
Cap Connector for 1/4 in. Tubing ND-LD-00 (Z560073)
Provides sealed solvent dispensing when used with pump or vacuum dispenser.
  • 1/4 in. tube elbow fitting
  • Removable FEP dip tube
  • 40 micron stainless steel filter cup
  • PTFE, FEP, PFA wetted materials
ND-LD-14 Cap Connector for 1/8 in. Tubing ND-LD-14 (Z560081)
Ideal for use with HPCL instrumentation where solvent sparging is not required.
  • 1/8 in. tube elbow fitting
  • Removable FEP dip tube
  • 40 micron stainless steel filter cup
  • PTFE, FEP, PFA wetted materials
ND-LD-18 Pressure Transferring
Pressure Dispenser Connector ND-LD-18 (Z560103)
Designed for closed systems pressure transfers of solvents.
  • 1/4 in. tube elbow fitting
  • Pressure rated blue gas line
  • 10psi pressure relief valve
  • Removable FEP dip tube
  • 40 micron stainless steel filter cup
  • PTFE, FEP, PFA wetted materials

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Drums
Drum   Sigma-Aldrich solvents are packaged in both HPDE lined and carbon steel drums for a limited offering of our ReagentPlus, ACS, CHROMASOLV and CHROMASOLV Blends.
Products available in drums

If you are looking for additional solvents in drum quantities, please contact us at labessentials@sial.com.
Drum Specifications
  Drum Lining Dimension (HxD) cm Closure UN/DOT Rating
50L Composite HDPE 66.68 x 36.83 2" NPT UN6HA1/Y2.0/150
50L Closed Head Carbon steel 55.25 x 46.99 2" & 3/4" NPT UN1A1/X1.2/300
200L Composite HDPE 92.08 x 62.23 2" NPT UN6HA1/Y1.2/150
200L Closed Head Carbon Steel 88.27 x 58.42 2" & 3/4" NPT UN1A1/X1.5/300

Heavy_duty_pump Dispensing Methods

Pumping

Heavy-duty pump (Z200506)
High quality, 316 stainless steel construction with a PTFE diaphragm. Fits the 2" bung of both the 50L and 200L drum. Dispenses ~16oz of solvent per down stroke.
VersaFlow_Cap Pressure Transferring
VerSA-Flow Economy Pressure Delivery Cap (Z529028)

Solid PBT machined body with two tubing ports.

  • Flow rate ~1L/min. at 4psi.
  • Includes 10 ft x 1/4 in. O.D. FEP™ tubing
  • Use at <5psi max.
VersaFlow_Low_Flow VerSA-Flow Low-Flow Pressure Delivery Cap (Z545732)

Two-piece, PBT cap permits its removal without disconnecting solvent and gas lines when changing containers.

  • Flow rate ~1L/min. at 4psi.
  • Four 1/4 in. NPT threaded holes with plugs permit the solvent lines, liquid-level indicator, vent line, or sparge/delivery tube assemblies
  • Built-in pressure-relief valve automatically vents in case of excessive pressure (5 psi max.).
  • Includes 10 ft x 1/4 in. O.D. FEP™ tubing
Versaflow_high_press_cap VerSA-Flow High-Flow Pressure Delivery Cap (Z545791)

Two-piece, PBT cap permits the removal of the cap without disconnecting solvent and gas lines when changing containers.

  • Flow rate: ~5 to 6 L/min @ 4 psi
  • Built-in pressure-relief valve vents automatically in case of excessive pressure (10 psi max.)
  • Includes 8 ft x 3/8 in. I.D. FEP
  • PTFE On/Off spigot

See AL-210 for all VerSA-Flow instructions, installation, and additional dispensing need options.

 
Drum_level_Rotated Accessories
Drum level gauge (Z202096)
For gauging contents of drums draining in a horizontal position. Fits 3/4" NPT bung opening. Constructed of heavy gauge glass mounted in plated steel body with brass fitting. Buna-N® seals. Requires a 3/4" NPT safety drum faucet.
Brass_faucet Brass faucet (Z160482)
Self-closing, FM approved, fits 3/4" NPT thread
Dual_Action Dual-action drum vent (Z197750)
Automatic pressure relief valve opens at 5 psi internal pressure. Vacuum relief is automatic and permits 4 gpm flow through a standard 3/4 in. faucet. HDPE with steel flange.

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