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Print Trays - The print trays donated by the Saunders Group are used to develop the numerous sheets of the larger size X-ray film and contact paper that are used in the lab. This aids the conservator in the proper documentation of the artifacts.

CT Scan - The CT scan of the skull from the skeletal remains of an individual excavated from the bow area of the Belle has greatly enhanced the diagnostic abilities for  experts examining the skull. It enabled the technicians at CyberForm to replicate the skull without compromising the integrity of the skull or the brain tissue remaining therein.

Hysol Epoxies - Due to the generous assistance of Dave Scott, Hysol epoxies required by the lab are easily ordered and routed to the lab with a minimal turnaround time.

Variable Temp Tacking Iron - The tacking iron is used to quickly 'tack' 35-mm contact print to an archive envelope, so one can tell at a glance which negatives have been stored in the envelope.

LCD Projector Bag - The conservation lab gives a tremendous number of slide presentations to the public to keep them informed of the ongoing conservation work. The bag assists in the safe storage and transportation of the LCD projector.

Acrylic Spray Paint - Krylon 1301 and Krylon 1311 Clear Acrylics are used in the lab to give a final sealant to non-ferrous artifacts (brass and pewter). The acrylic does not yellow with age, and the coating can easily be removed with an acetone solvent.

Yellow Nylon Webbing - The 2-in. wide nylon webbing is used to make lifting straps, which are indispensable for moving the larger artifacts around the lab. The straps will also play an important role when the hull of the Belle is reconstructed, as a large number of timbers will require to be lifted and supported.

500-Gallon Water Tank - This tank provides the necessary storage capacity for the lab's reverse osmosis/pure water requirements, both in the rinse process and the electrolyte analysis process.

Plastic Buckets - These screw-top plastic buckets are vital in the lab and are used in a number of ways, from storing chemicals safely to individual artifact storage/treatment tanks. A conservation lab cannot work without a ready supply of good buckets!

Graphite Powder - Graphite powder donated by SW Graphite is used in the epoxy casting process to impart a black color to epoxy casts of iron artifacts, and also in the finishing process of iron object conservation. When polyurethane is used as a final sealant, graphite can be added to provide a metallic black coloration.

Specialized Tools - A number of different tools were generously donated by SPC to the lab, including stainless steel tweezers, telescoping inspection mirrors, and a Fluke Multimeter. The multimeter is used to accurately determine the voltage and amps running to a particular electrolytic cell.

Electric Motor Starters - The four motor starters are used to power up the winch motors that raise and lower the platform in the new conservation vat for the Belle.

Abrasive Powders - A number of different abrasive powders were generously donated for use in a Airbrasive 6500 micro-sandblaster. Spare parts were also supplied to keep the machine running, which is particularly useful for removing small areas of concretion from delicate non-ferrous artifacts.

Electronic Digital Calipers - These calipers are used the measure the various artifacts that are cleaned and conserved in the lab. Accurate measurements are a necessity for the documentation of the artifacts.

Angle Iron - This steel was used in the construction of the lifting platform that will allow the reconstruction and conservation of the Belle in the new conservation vat.  The angle iron forms the cross members between the larger I-beams and channel iron that supports the fiberglass grating.