Laboratory water bath

A laboratory water bath is an electrically powered unit that holds water at a controlled temperature, usually ranging from just below ambient up to near boiling. It is used in clinical labs for tasks such as floating paraffin‑embedded tissue sections or providing warmed water to other equipment via a pump.

When browsing this category, note that water baths are typically built with corrosion‑resistant containers, heating elements, thermostats and may include stirring or cooling functions. Their regulatory status depends on the specific model and intended use, and they are generally supplied as standard laboratory equipment rather than as a regulated medical device.