Spirit Lamp

Refills for the spirit lamp are often an alcohol such as ethanol. As far back as we can trace the history of chemistry, we can find evidence of alcohol lamps. One is also included with nearly every kid-friendly chemistry kit, and if it isn't, instructions on how to make one are given. Despite its longevity, most alcohol lamps are not used correctly, leading to flooding of the fuel and the risk of fire from flaming corks and other combustible debris, as well as corrosion of the metal elements. Also, the flame on most store-bought alcohol lamps needs to be adjusted down in size to accommodate the lower scale of microchemical glassware and techniques before they can be used in a microscopy lab.

In comparison to Bunsen burners, the flame from a spirit lamp stove is cleaner, less hot, and creates no residue, making it the superior piece of laboratory equipment. The flame of an alcohol burner never gets higher than around five centimeters (two inches), making it just as safe to use as a Bunsen burner. Bunsen burners are used in labs and are fueled by LPG. A spirit lamp is a candle that is lit with alcoholic fuel. A Bunsen Burner is a piece of equipment used in laboratories that is designed to burn a gas fuel in a single flame to provide heat with little light pollution. With a reservoir holding liquid fuel, a Spirit Lamp may be adjusted to burn just the vapor.

The light has several uses at the research facility. wick, so it can stand in for a micro burner in a pinch. manufactured using just kerosene. Vegetable oil, olive oil, hemp oil, fish oil, nut and seed oils, castor oil, and others are designed to work with some oil lamps in addition to kerosene, which are permitted fuels. A smoky glow can be achieved by burning butter, tallow, or fish oil. Kerosene is a good option if needing fuel for outdoor use. Lamp oil is preferable for use inside. Alternative lighting options include candles and battery-operated lanterns.