Lab Equipment Checklist for Peptide Research
For laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption.
Good storage and handling depend on the right basic kit. Here’s a practical checklist.
Cold storage
- A lab fridge (2–8 °C) for material on arrival, short-term storage, and material once reconstituted.
- A lab freezer (around −20 °C) for longer-term storage of lyophilised material before reconstitution, ideally not frost-free.
- A min/max thermometer or data logger for each unit.
Weighing and measuring
- An analytical balance, calibrated and on a stable bench.
- Calibrated pipettes and compatible tips.
- Volumetric glassware for preparing lab solutions.
Storage accessories
- Vial racks and freezer boxes.
- Amber or opaque containers, or the original outer packaging, for light protection.
- Desiccant packs for moisture control.
Clean working
- Gloves, lab coat and eye protection.
- A clean, dedicated work surface.
- Suitable waste containers for lab disposal.
Labelling and records
- Freezer-safe labels and a permanent marker.
- A logbook or spreadsheet with a row per batch: batch or lot number, date received, location, date opened or dissolved, and initials.
Related reading: Storing and handling lyophilised research materials, Lyophilised powder vs solution and our Research materials.
For laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption.