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[ View/Ask ]This auction is for a Precision Scientific / GCA Vari-Heat multi-position laboratory heating mantle system, as shown in the photos.
The unit features multiple individual heating stations, each with its own VARI-HEAT control knob and ON/OFF switch, allowing independent temperature adjustment at each position. This type of equipment is commonly used in laboratories for simultaneous heating of multiple vessels such as flasks or beakers.
✅ The unit powers on.
⚠️ No additional testing has been conducted. Heating performance, temperature accuracy, maximum output, internal elements, and long-term reliability have not been verified.
Included:
- Multi-station heating mantle base unit
- Integrated control panel with VARI-HEAT controls
- Overhead support rod and clamp assembly shown
- Attached power cord
- No glassware, probes, manuals, or accessories included unless shown
Condition:
- Used laboratory surplus equipment
- Powers on
- Cosmetic wear consistent with age and laboratory use
- Functional condition beyond power-up is unknown
- Sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS
- No guarantees regarding calibration, performance, or suitability for specific applications
Alternate Uses
Teaching or instructional laboratories, chemistry demonstrations, materials or thermal experiments, R&D prototyping, small-batch heating processes, engineering test setups, refurbishment or parts recovery, or resale to research facilities.
Removal / Shipping Options
The buyer is responsible for all packing, shipping, and transportation arrangements. The surplus office does not ship items.
Local Pickup
Pickup by buyer or authorized third party is permitted.
Local Packing & Shipping Vendors (Buyer Must Coordinate Directly)
UPS Store – Clemson, SC
📍 103 Canoy Ln, Clemson, SC 29631
📞 864-654-9144
📧 store3497@theupsstore.com
🌐 https://www.theupsstore.com/3497
(They pack, palletize, and ship at buyer expense. Buyer must arrange pickup directly.)
PakMail – Seneca, SC
📍 1085 Old Clemson Hwy, Suite E, Seneca, SC 29672
📞 864-654-1717
📧 us806@pakmail.com
🌐 https://www.pakmailofseneca.com
Note: The university will release items to UPS Store or PakMail once the buyer provides written authorization. All packing, transport, and shipping costs are paid by the buyer.
Inspection of Auction items by appointment only.
Clemson University may require a bid deposit.
PayMac handles all payments for Clemson University.
Acceptable forms of payment are: Wire Transfer or Credit Card.
NO CASH, CHECKS, OR MONEY ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED!
Payment for an awarded item must be received within five (5) business days after notice of award.
Clemson University will charge a sales tax of 7%. The tax rate will be calculated at the time of bidding.
A Buyers Premium of 10.5% may be added to the final sale price with a $1 minimum charge per auction for payment collections.
All sales are final. Public Processing will notify buyer of receipt of payment via email.
The successful bidder will be responsible for pick-up of item(s) from the agency's premises. Pick-up must occur within ten (10) business days after notification of award. The notice of award, payment receipt, and personal identification must be presented at time of pick-up, or the item will not be released.
Pick-up hours, by appointment only, are normally Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:00PM EST except for university holidays or noted otherwise. Most surplus property is located at Clemson University Surplus and Receiving 108 Perimeter Rd Clemson SC 29634 but some items may be at other university locations across the state of South Carolina.