Spatulas, Scoops and Small Tools
Lab spatulas, scoops and small tools for weighing, transferring and handling samples - stainless steel and polypropylene spatulas, micro and double-ended spatulas, spatula-scoops, weighing scoops and spoons, forceps and tweezers, and glass and PTFE stirring rods. Available in autoclavable stainless and chemical-resistant plastic, in disposable and reusable formats, in a range of blade and scoop sizes. Formats cover flat, spoon and tapered ends for powder and solid handling. Wholesale case pricing for research, QC, pharmacy and clinical labs, with standing orders on high-turn tools.
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Spatulas, Scoops and Small Tools for Sample Handling
Spatulas, scoops and small hand tools handle powders, solids and small components during weighing, transfer and preparation. This category covers spatulas, scoops and spoons, forceps and tweezers, and stirring rods in stainless steel and plastic, in reusable and disposable formats.
Small Tool Formats Stocked
- Laboratory spatulas - Stainless steel and polypropylene spatulas with flat, tapered and spoon ends, in micro, standard and double-ended styles for powder and solid transfer.
- Weighing scoops and spoons - Antistatic and standard scoops and measuring spoons in polystyrene and stainless for weighing out powders and solids.
- Spatula-scoops - Combination tools with a flat spatula on one end and a scoop or spoon on the other for weighing and transfer in one tool.
- Forceps and tweezers - Straight and curved forceps and fine tweezers in stainless and plastic for handling filters, cover glass, small parts and specimens.
- Stirring rods and picks - Glass and PTFE stirring rods, policemen and micro picks for mixing and manipulating samples.
Small Tool Format Comparison
| Tool | Material Options | Formats | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spatula | Stainless, PP | Flat/spoon/micro | Powder and solid transfer |
| Weighing scoop | Polystyrene, stainless | Antistatic, standard | Weighing powders |
| Spatula-scoop | Stainless, plastic | Double-ended | Weigh and transfer |
| Forceps/tweezers | Stainless, plastic | Straight, curved, fine | Handling small items |
| Stirring rod | Glass, PTFE | Rod, policeman | Mixing, manipulation |
Stainless Steel Versus Plastic and Disposable Tools
Tool material follows cleaning and contamination needs.
Small tools split between durable stainless items that turn over slowly and disposable plastic scoops and spatulas reordered by the case for contamination-sensitive work. Standing orders on high-turn disposable tools keep weighing and prep benches supplied. Order at the best Wholesale Prices with MAP Medical.
Browse Related Categories
Weigh and transfer into Bottles, Beakers and Glassware and Tubes, Caps and Vials. Use forceps with Microscope Slides and Cover Glass, or browse the full Labware, Plasticware and Lab Consumables section and the Laboratory Supplies catalog.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a spatula and a spatula-scoop?
A spatula has a flat or tapered blade for scraping, lifting and transferring powders and solids. A spatula-scoop combines a flat spatula on one end with a scoop or spoon on the other, so one tool both weighs out and transfers material. Both are stocked in stainless steel and plastic across a range of sizes.
Are stainless steel and plastic tools both stocked?
Yes. Stainless steel spatulas, scoops and forceps are autoclavable and durable for reuse and chemical exposure. Polypropylene and polystyrene tools are lighter, resistant to different reagents and often antistatic for powder handling, and are available as single-use items that remove cleaning and carryover concerns. Material is listed on each product page.
What forceps and tweezers are available?
The catalog stocks straight and curved forceps and fine-tip tweezers in stainless steel and plastic for handling filters, cover glass, small parts and specimens. Fine tips suit delicate items such as membranes and coverslips, while broader tips handle larger components. Tip style and material are listed on each product page.
Can hospitals and labs order spatulas, scoops and small tools in bulk?
Yes. Spatulas, scoops and small tools are stocked in case quantities for research and QC labs, pharmacy and compounding sites, and clinical laboratories. Standing orders cover the highest-volume SKUs, including stainless steel spatulas, antistatic weighing scoops and fine forceps. Contact our procurement team for tiered case pricing and standing order setup.
What small tool should a laboratory stock on its formulary?
A working small tool stock list typically includes stainless steel spatulas in micro and standard sizes, antistatic weighing scoops and spoons, double-ended spatula-scoops, straight and fine forceps for handling filters and cover glass, and glass or PTFE stirring rods, with disposable plastic options for contamination-sensitive work. MAP Medical builds consolidated packages by facility type and testing volume - contact our team for an assessment.