Fractional Terpene Distillation Apparatus

This custom-built laboratory fractional distillation apparatus, also known as a still, appears to be designed for terpene distillation. It is used to separate components of a mixture based on differences in their boiling points. The process involves heating a liquid mixture to produce vapor, which is then cooled and condensed back into liquid form. The apparatus includes a vessel for the mixture (the lower 1000mL round-bottom flask), a condenser (the vertical glass tube filled with material), and a collection vessel. The blue housing contains the heating elements and controls for automation.