The safe connection for every application

Top-quality withdrawal systems a perfect match to Merck solvents and containers

Quality based on extensive know-how

Top standards of quality throughout our broad product range
Merck is the global market leader in laboratory reagents. Our company policy of continual improvement ensures we maintain the highest levels of quality. And, our unique range of solvents includes every grade - to cover needs that stretch from the most demanding laboratory applications to the supply of high-volume products for industry.

SeccoSolv
dried Extraction Quantitative organic analysis All typical laboratory applications

Derivatization Hydrogenations Grignard reactions Spectroscopy UV/IR fluorescence spectroscopy

GR for analysis ACS, Reag. PhEur Pharmacopoeia

Uvasol

SupraSolv UniSolv
Gas chromatography

Pharmaceutical production

extra pure
Production

LiChrosolv Prepsolv
HPLC

Drums

Barrels

Extensive competence
Mercks demanding quality standards apply not only to the reagents themselves but also to the containers they are supplied in; each container being carefully matched to its product. When developing our container systems, we pay close attention to customers requirements and, for high-volume orders, we offer a number of options to optimize usage. The following usage levels illustrate this point:
more than 100 liters per year more than 300 liters per year more than 200 liters per month 10-liter drum 10-liter barrel 25-liter drum 30-liter barrel 190-liter drum 185-liter barrel

Utilizing this system, Mercks target cycle time of 6 weeks for returnable containers is easily achieved. Merck arranges for empty containers to be collected free of charge. You incur no additional charges for cleaning or disposal of containers. The collection arrangements are stipulated in Mercks offer to its customers.

Longer container lifetime means added value

Merck has always paid particular attention to quality assurance and continual product improvements. This principle applies to our stainless steel containers, which ensure that our solvents retain their constant high quality. We offer basic solvents, for instance, in returnable stainless steel drums; and high purity solvent grades in returnable stainless steel barrels. Using stainless steel containers, which are inert to the solvents they contain, means more dependable analyses, a major benefit in any laboratory application.

Advantages of stainless steel containers

no container interactions greater stability secure and stackable optimal removal of residual quantities numerous withdrawal possibilities ecological benefits

Returnable stainless steel drums Merck employs returnable stainless steel drums of 10, 25 and 190-liter capacity for its GR for analysis and extra pure solvents as well as those with a pharmacopoeia specification. Returnable stainless steel barrels Returnable stainless steel barrels of 10, 30 and 185-liter capacity are employed for Mercks high purity solvents: LiChrosolv, Prepsolv, SupraSolv, UniSolv, Uvasol and SeccoSolv. The barrels meet stringent safety standards and are: approved as individual shipment containers for dangerous goods engraved with an ID number for full traceability and documentation

Returnable stainless steel bulk containers We provide containers in a range of sizes from 400 liters to 1400 liters, as well as tank containers. All of our stainless steel containers have special properties that offer numerous added benefits: can be pressurized to higher pressures closed system (containers with integrated dip tube) greater product safety can be directly connected to production equipment

Added value through one-stop solutions

In close consultation with our customers for many years now, we have been engaged in a development program for solvent withdrawal systems that are tailor-made for our larger-capacity containers. Today we are at a stage where we can provide a broad range of withdrawal systems and containers that is unrivalled by any other manufacturer. Our customers can rest assured that we supply the right container and the right withdrawal system for the application. In addition to the top-quality container materials we provide, we offer another unique benefit: Our customers always receive a complete system that includes solvent, container and withdrawal equipment, all of which are optimally matched to one another.

Quality with a system

Tailor-made withdrawal systems
Mercks withdrawal systems cater to virtually any individual application. We can supply a broad range of withdrawal equipment and compatible accessories ranging from standard withdrawal systems for manual pressure build-up in the container and systems that can be pressurized with a gas feed line, right up to customized solutions.

Extensive combination options

The individual components and accessories in our one-stop range are easily interconnectable through a wide selection of reducers, adapters and couplings. Direct connection of containers to HPLC systems or production equipment is also an option. If you prefer, we can even design a modular system for you. Just tell us your requirements!

Easy and flexible handling

Our broad range of withdrawal systems includes stopcocks for delivering solvent out of a horizontal container. We supply attachments, too, for connecting several barrels in series to ensure continuous delivery of solvent.

Safe withdrawal
Merck withdrawal systems include all the relevant safety features self-closing nozzles, pressure relief mechanisms and anti-static devices. In addition, the way in which the withdrawal systems are perfectly matched to the various containers and to the special needs of certain grades of solvent, ensures that withdrawal occurs with zero solvent contamination. For example, we also supply dried SeccoSolv solvents in barrels featuring an integrated dip tube. By using the appropriate withdrawal system, it is possible to prevent the solvent from becoming contaminated with moisture from the atmosphere. These specially tailored systems safeguard solvent quality and keep your analyses safe and dependable.

Cost-effective usage
The various ways in which individual components can be combined helps you to optimize your work processes. Where large volumes of solvent are turned around, delivery from a central safety cabinet to the point of use (e.g. laboratory fume hood) through a permanent supply circuit is the most rational way of working.

Quality as an on-going commitment

Mercks withdrawal systems and solvents have one thing in common: their high quality.
Every one of our application-oriented withdrawal systems affords optimum safety and makes a major contribution to ensuring that your results are reproducible. In the pages that follow we have provided a summary of our standard withdrawal systems, though we re-iterate the point that we can build individual systems, too, taking into account your requirements. For details of our complete range including the full range of accessories please see our general catalogue or visit www.solvents.merck.de

Safety information
The following safety information applies to all the withdrawal systems depicted: The stainless steel container must be properly grounded when flammable solvents are being withdrawn (Static Electricity regulations ZH 1/200). When pressurizing containers, use only inert gas with max. 0.2 bar. (Regulations for Laboratories ZH 1/119). When pressurizing containers from a gas feed, always build a pressure safety device (9.67100.9004) into the spiral gas line (9.67100.9051). When nitrogen is drawn from a central gas feed in a building, always use a reducing valve (Art. 9.67100.9000) to ensure that the pressure is set to 0.2 bar. Only unbreakable containers of up to 10 liters capacity may be used in laboratories (Regulations for Laboratories ZH 1/119). Wear safety glasses when withdrawing contents. As the last drops of liquid are being extracted, splashing may occur. Always make sure that the delivery tube or nozzle reaches well into the container or equipment being filled. Always follow general laboratory safety rules.

Withdrawal system for manual pressure build-up in drums

Main features 10-liter and 25-liter drum Manual pressure build-up Pressure build-up with inert gas is an option Can be combined with 25-liter metal drums Examples of containers .6010 solvents in 10-liter stainless steel drum .6025 solvents in 25-liter stainless steel drum System components 2 exchangeable dip tubes Clamp for outlet tube Ball valve Pump ball Three-way stopcock Ordering information 1.01114.0001 Withdrawal system for manual pressure build-up in drums 1.12647.0001 Antistatic device 1.08803.0001 Drum key Withdrawal options Instead of the pump ball, a gas feed line may be attached, allowing the container to be pressurized with inert gas (max. 0.2 bar). When the 25-liter combi drum (metal drum with PE inliner) is used, the dip tube Cat. No. 9.67100.1026 must also be used. Handling Clamp the withdrawal system in the 2" opening of the container, squeeze the pump ball to build up pressure in the container, and withdraw the desired amount of solvent by opening the stop valve. Benefits No dependence on gas supply Ecological and cost benefits of returnable containers Container can be used in the laboratory Container can be filled into smaller bottles/reaction vessels Construction of a central supply system is an option

Withdrawal system for manual pressure build-up in barrels

Main features 10-liter and 30-liter barrel Manual pressure build-up Pressurization through rapid-action connector is an option Examples of containers .9010 solvents in 10-liter stainless steel barrel .9030 solvents in 30-liter stainless steel barrel System components 2 exchangeable dip tubes Clamp for outlet tube Ball valve tap Pump ball with rapid-action connector Three-way stopcock Ordering information 1.01123.0001 Withdrawal system for manual pressure build-up in barrels 1.12647.0001 Antistatic device 1.08803.0001 Drum key Withdrawal options Instead of the pump ball, a gas feed line with rapid-action connector (Cat. No. 9.67100.9051) may be attached, allowing the container to be pressurized with inert gas (max. 0.2 bar). Handling Clamp the withdrawal system in the 2" opening of the container, squeeze the pump ball to build up pressure in the container, and withdraw the desired amount of solvent by opening the stop valve. Benefits No dependence on gas supply Ecological and cost benefits of returnable containers Container can be used in the laboratory Container can be filled into smaller bottles/reaction vessels Construction of a central supply system is an option

Withdrawal system with flexible tube and self-closing filling nozzle

Main features Can be used with all barrels and drums Allows pressurization with inert gas Dip tube also required Examples of containers .6010 solvents in 10-liter stainless steel drum .6025 solvents in 25-liter stainless steel drum .6190 solvents in 190-liter stainless steel drum .9010 solvents in 10-liter stainless steel barrel .9030 solvents in 30-liter stainless steel barrel .9185 solvents in 185-liter stainless steel barrel System components 2" threaded adapter with 2 rapid-action connectors Spiral gas feed tube Stainless steel-coated Teflon tube Self-closing filling nozzle with large handle Also required: dip tube for the appropriate container size Ordering information 1.06710.0001 Withdrawal system with flexible product delivery tube and self-closing filling nozzle 9.67100.1010 Dip tube for 10-liter stainless steel drum 9.67100.1025 Dip tube for 25-liter stainless steel drum 9.67100.1190 Dip tube for 190-liter stainless steel drum 9.67100.1040 Dip tube for 10-liter stainless steel barrel 9.67100.1041 Dip tube for 30-liter stainless steel barrel 9.67100.1185 Dip tube for 185-liter stainless steel barrel 1.12647.0001 Antistatic device 1.08803.0001 Drum key Handling Screw the threaded adapter with the appropriate dip tube into the barrel or drum. Connect the gas feed tube and product delivery tube using the rapid-action connectors. Create positive pressure (max. 0.2 bar) in the container and withdraw solvent by actuating the nozzle. Benefits Flexible spiral gas feed tube (working length up to 180 cm) Flexible product delivery tube is a stainless steel-coated Teflon tube (80 cm) Self-closing filling nozzle Ecological and cost benefits of returnable containers Container can be filled into smaller stock bottles/reaction vessels Construction of a central supply system is an option

Withdrawal system for closed containers with integrated dip tube

Main features Dried SeccoSolv solvents 10-liter, 30-liter and 185-liter barrel Allows pressurization with inert gas Very easy to handle Can be combined with all barrels and drums from Merck on request (dip tube also required) Examples of containers .9011 dried solvents (SeccoSolv) in 10-liter stainless steel barrel .9031 dried solvents (SeccoSolv) in 30-liter stainless steel barrel .9186 dried solvents (SeccoSolv) in 185-liter stainless steel barrel Withdrawal options Can be directly connected to equipment, for instance, through use of other modular components. Ordering information The following components are needed to construct the complete withdrawal system: 9.67200.0001 9.67100.9083 9.67100.9051 1.12647.0001 Withdrawal system coupling head Stainless steel-coated Teflon tube with self-closing filling nozzle Spiral gas feed tube (nylon) Antistatic device

Handling Connect the withdrawal system coupling head as described in the instructions. Create an overpressure (max. 0.2 bar) in the container and withdraw solvent by actuating the nozzle. Benefits Pre-installed dip tube as fixed part of the barrel Rapid-action connectors Easy to use Contamination-free withdrawal of high purity solvents is possible No contamination from laboratory air/atmospheric humidity No contact with oxygen in the air

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Quality through and through

Merck container sizes and standard withdrawal systems at a glance
Merck uses standard DIN threads for all its barrels and drums. The combination of the Merck-containers with Merck-withdrawal systems assures that everything is always fine-tuned: product container withdrawal. Our accessories are also tailor-made to match our containers and withdrawal systems for example, level sensors are available for every returnable barrel and drum. Please ask us for details.
Withdrawal system for 10/25-L returnable drums, with pump ball for manual pressure build-up Withdrawal system for 10/30-L returnable barrels, with pump ball for manual pressure build-up

1.01114.0001

1.01123.0001

1.06710.0001

Withdrawal system for 10/30-L returnable barrels and 10/25-L returnable drums, for pressurization with inert gas

9.67200.0001

Withdrawal system coupling head with rapid-action connectors for dip tubes with valve for stainless steel barrels and drums

Technical Data Height Diameter Wall thickness Internal capacity Filled volume Weight when empty Number per pallet

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Material

Openings

10-liter barrel 30-liter barrel 185-liter barrel 10-liter drum 25-liter drum 190-liter drum 10-liter barrel 30-liter barrel 185-liter barrel
with installed dip tube (only for SeccoSolv solvents) with installed dip tube (only for SeccoSolv solvents) with installed dip tube (only for SeccoSolv solvents)

Notes

Also required: appropriate dip tube 10-L barrel 9.67100.1040 30-L barrel 9.67100.1041 185-L barrel 9.67100.1185 10-L drum 9.67100.1010 25-L drum 9.67100.1025 190-L drum 9.67100.1190 Also required: 9.67100.9051 Spiral gas feed tube (black nylon, 180 cm) with a rapid-action connector 9.67100.9083 Self-closing filling nozzle with stainless steel-coated Teflon tube (80 cm), rapidaction connecting nipple * the appropriate dip tube with connector for this withdrawal system can be ordered separately 10/30-L barrel 9.67200.1030 185-L barrel 9.67200.0185 10/25-L drum 9.67200.1228 190-L drum 9.67200.1090

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10-liter barrel 30-liter barrel 185-liter barrel 10-liter drum 31 cm 28 cm 1.5 mm 12 liters 10 liters 5.5 kg 11 44 cm 37 cm 1.5 mm 33.5 liters 30 liters 9.6 kg 6 97 cm 58 cm 1.5 mm 206 liters 185 liters 31 kg 2 35 cm 23.5 cm 0.5 mm 13 liters 10 liters 1.8 kg 15

25-liter drum 190-liter drum 52 cm 29 cm 0.7 mm 28 liters 25 liters 3.8 kg 11 88 cm 58.6 cm 1.0 mm 215 liters 190 liters 22 kg 2

Our withdrawal systems have been developed and optimized for the use with containers and solvents from Merck. Merck therefore disclaims any warranty or liability for the operability of its withdrawal systems in connection with containers or solvents from other manufacturers.

stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel 1.4301 1.4301 1.4301 1.4301 1.4301 1.4301 2 central 2 central 2 central 3/4 decentral 3/4 decentral 3/4 decentral

We inform and advise our customers to the best of our knowledge and ability but without any engagement or liability on our part. Our customers must obey all existing laws and regulations. This also applies in respect of any protected rights of third parties. Our information and advice does not eliminate the need for our customers to check, on their own responsibility, that our products are suitable for the purpose envisaged.

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Quality an integral part of the service

Mercks quality concept applies not only to its products, but also to its entire service package. For our customers this translates into unique, all-embracing dependability.

Broad product range

Numerous packaging options Various qualities Withdrawal systems for all returnable containers Large range of accessories

Application-oriented solutions
Packaging materials and seals specially developed for Merck solvents Optimum compatibility between solvents and materials Cost-effective and ecologically sound returnable containers Return system with no administrative overheads

Individual solutions
Development of customized solutions based on our many years experience Close customer liaison during system or product change Support during construction Individual consultancy

Competence in safety cabinets

Merck cooperates closely with a manufacturer of safety cabinets, ensuring that the components that go into this type of supply system are also optimally matched for problem-free withdrawal.

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