Peristaltic pumps are essential in various university laboratory applications due to their unique features:

Chemical Synthesis and Reaction Control
In chemical processes such as catalytic reactions and polymer synthesis, peristaltic pumps offer precise control over the addition rates of reactants, catalysts, and solvents, ensuring accurate kinetic data.

They are also integral to automated synthesis systems. The pump's isolating properties prevent organic solvents from corroding the pump components, enhancing durability.

Biomedical Experimentation Support

Peristaltic pumps are crucial in biomedical applications, including cell culture and drug delivery, where their gentle pumping action minimizes shear stress on delicate biological materials.

For tasks like cell culture media transfer and in vivo perfusion experiments, the pump’s clean fluid contact surfaces, often made of medical-grade silicone tubing, ensure contamination-free processes.

Multi-channel peristaltic pumps are also used in microfluidic research, allowing for precise control of multiple flow paths simultaneously.

Environmental Engineering Simulations

Peristaltic pumps are widely used in large-scale environmental simulations, such as water pollution treatment models and artificial wetland experiments.

Their ability to transport wastewater with impurities, combined with long-distance delivery and anti-clogging capabilities, supports research in environmental monitoring and simulation of ecosystems.

Integration with Analytical Instruments

Peristaltic pumps are commonly integrated with analytical tools like chromatography systems, spectrophotometers, and mass spectrometers, providing a steady, consistent flow of samples or reagents.

Their pulsation suppression features, such as multi-roller designs, reduce signal noise, ensuring repeatable and accurate analytical results.