Lab Supplies and Resources

In need of guidance on glassware? Trying to determine how many flasks, funnels, or fume hoods you need in your lab? Our list of basic lab equipment needed for any science lab offers you the information you need to stock your lab efficiently. For more specific guidance or information about a specific piece of lab equipment, check out our Ultimate Lab Buying Guide or one of our curated shopping lists.

Additionally, discover helpful tips and procedures for lab management, from maintaining your equipment, such as balances and probeware, to closing up your lab at the end of the year.

Learn the steps to take for closing up your lab at the end of the year.

FAQs

Where can I find affordable and reliable lab supplies for my high school chemistry classroom?

Carolina is your trusted source for affordable and reliable lab supplies for your high school chemistry classroom. With a reputation for quality and affordability, Carolina offers a wide range of lab equipment, chemicals, and teaching resources tailored specifically for educational settings.

Our extensive catalog includes everything from beakers and test tubes to chemical reagents and safety equipment, all designed to meet the needs of high school chemistry curricula. Not only do we provide top-notch products, but we also offer comprehensive support and guidance to educators, ensuring you have the resources and assistance you need to enhance your classroom experiments and demonstrations.

Carolina’s long-standing commitment to quality, service, and innovation means you can stretch your budget without compromising on quality, allowing you to provide your students with enriching, hands-on learning experiences. Our sales and quotes teams are ready to help you find the products that fit your needs and your budget. Plus, our reliable shipping and customer service ensure a smooth purchasing experience every time.

Whether you're restocking your supply cabinet or planning new experiments, Carolina is the ideal supplier for high school chemistry lab supplies, offering the perfect blend of quality, affordability, and support for educators.

What are the most commonly used lab supplies for molecular biology experiments?

Find the supply lists for the most commonly performed molecular biology experiments below:

• DNA Extraction: Conduct simple DNA extraction using fruit or vegetables in your classroom with these lab supplies.
• DNA Fingerprinting: Use pre-cut DNA samples to introduce your students to the technique of gel electrophoresis.
• Colony Transformation Using pBLU: Use pBLU plasmid in a colony transformation activity to visualize the phenotypic effect of the insertion of new genes.
• Molecular Genetics Kits: This list contains lab kits that teach molecular genetics. Explore each to see which kits meet your lab needs.

Check out our Biotechnology Laboratory Equipment for specific items, such as shakers, ovens, thermocyclers, or pipets needed for PCR, electrophoresis, or imaging.

Where can I find a comprehensive list of laboratory supplies and equipment for a new biology lab?

For a comprehensive list of laboratory supplies and equipment needed to set up a new biology lab, Carolina offers an extensive Biology Lab Shopping List. This resource covers everything from essential equipment like incubators, water baths, centrifuges, and dissection supplies to consumables, such as pipettes, vials, thermometers, timers, and stoppers.

Navigating the process of outfitting a new lab can be challenging, but our Shopping Lists streamline the process by providing all the necessary items in carefully developed materials lists. Whether you're setting up a classroom laboratory, teaching a new course, or just adding a new lab activity to your syllabus, one of our shopping lists can easily and quickly provide the information you need.

In addition to equipment and consumables, don't overlook the importance of safety equipment in a biology lab. Carolina’s Safety Shopping List also includes recommendations for essential safety equipment and PPE.

If you're looking for materials specifically tailored to popular biology experiments, such as leaf chromatography or microbiology labs, our curated shopping lists offer targeted guidance to meet your laboratory's specific needs.

Trust Carolina as your partner in establishing a fully equipped and functional biology lab, supported by our decades of expertise in science education and laboratory solutions.