The BUCHI Rotavapor R-215 is a laboratory-scale digital rotary evaporator designed for efficient solvent evaporation, concentration and vacuum distillation. The photographed instrument is clearly identified as BUCHI Rotavapor R-215 and features the digital display, rotation-speed control, adjustable evaporating flask assembly and vertical support structure.

The R-215 is designed for controlled rotary evaporation of laboratory samples under vacuum. Rotation of the evaporating flask increases the effective evaporation surface area while vacuum lowers the boiling point of solvents, allowing evaporation at comparatively lower temperatures. The R-215 supports evaporating flasks from 50 mL to 4000 mL and provides a rotation speed range of 20–280 rpm with a maximum flask content of approximately 3 kg. LabWrench

The R-215 can be configured with different BUCHI glass assemblies, including vertical, diagonal, reflux and other condenser configurations. The exact glassware configuration supplied with the photographed unit should be confirmed separately. Marshall Scientific

The photographed unit is a previously used laboratory instrument with visible cosmetic wear, marks and discoloration. The exact heating bath, condenser, vacuum pump, vacuum controller and glassware accessories are not fully visible in this photograph and should be confirmed according to the supplied configuration.

Applications

The BUCHI Rotavapor R-215 is commonly used for solvent removal, sample concentration, vacuum distillation and extraction-solvent recovery in chemistry, pharmaceutical research, biotechnology and analytical laboratories.

It can be used for concentrating extracts, removing volatile organic solvents, preparing samples for further analysis, solvent exchange and laboratory-scale purification procedures. The operating conditions can be adjusted according to solvent boiling point, vacuum level, bath temperature, flask size and rotation speed.

Main Features

• BUCHI Rotavapor R-215 digital rotary evaporator
• Adjustable rotation speed from 20–280 rpm
• Supports evaporating flasks from 50–4000 mL
• Maximum flask content approximately 3 kg
• Digital display for rotation speed and vapor temperature
• Electric lift mechanism
• Adjustable evaporation flask angle
• Compatible with multiple BUCHI glass assemblies
• Designed for vacuum evaporation and distillation
• 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz instrument supply
• Compact laboratory-scale rotary evaporation platform

Technical Specifications

The R-215 specifications are based on BUCHI R-210/R-215 technical documentation. The compatible B-491 heating bath provides a 20–180 °C temperature range and 4 L bath capacity when supplied in that configuration. LabWrench

Benefits of Refurbished Laboratory Equipment

A refurbished BUCHI Rotavapor R-215 provides laboratories with an economical way to obtain professional rotary evaporation capability for solvent removal and sample concentration. The R-215's broad flask-size range and adjustable rotation speed make it suitable for a wide variety of laboratory-scale evaporation processes.

Refurbished rotary evaporators can also be particularly useful as replacement or backup systems for laboratories already using BUCHI equipment. Existing compatible vacuum pumps, controllers, heating baths and glass assemblies may potentially be integrated depending on configuration and condition.

Additional Information

The photographed unit is identified as a BUCHI Rotavapor R-215. A complete rotary evaporation setup may include the R-215 drive/lift unit, heating bath, evaporating flask, condenser, receiving flask, vacuum pump, vacuum controller and associated tubing. The photograph alone does not establish that all of these accessories are included.

The unit shows visible signs of previous laboratory use, including surface marks and cosmetic wear. The actual vacuum tightness, rotation performance, lift operation, heating performance, temperature accuracy, glassware condition and electrical safety should be verified before use. BUCHI documentation specifies a vacuum-tightness test for the complete system, so professional inspection is recommended before critical laboratory applications.

• BUCHI Official Website
• BUCHI Rotavapor Products
• BUCHI Rotavapor R-210/R-215 Technical Manual

Refurbished Condition

This is a refurbished BUCHI Rotavapor R-215 digital rotary evaporator. The instrument has been professionally inspected and tested. Reagents, accessories, software and consumables may vary depending on availability.