glovebox
A glovebox is an enclosed workspace that enables the handling of sensitive, hazardous, or air- and moisture-reactive materials without exposing them to the surrounding environment. The interior is visible through transparent walls, and gloves are permanently sealed into the front panel so the user can manipulate objects inside from outside.
Most gloveboxes maintain an inert atmosphere, typically by purging with nitrogen or argon. Oxygen and moisture
Construction and operation features commonly include a primary chamber, antechamber or transfer port for loading and
Types and variants encompass inert-gas gloveboxes for nonreactive handling, vacuum gloveboxes, and specialized gloveboxes designed for