# The Schlenk Line Survival Guide

- By: Andryj Borys
- Publisher: Universität Bern
- Source: [LibreTexts](https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Inorganic_Chemistry/The_Schlenk_Line_Survival_Guide_(Borys))
- Licence: [CC BY-NC 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/)
- Read at LibreTexts: https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Inorganic_Chemistry/The_Schlenk_Line_Survival_Guide_(Borys)
- PDF: https://downloads.libretexts.org/api/v1/download/chem-478293/pdf

The text is a practical resource designed to help chemists working with air-sensitive compounds. It provides step-by-step guides on using a Schlenk line, a common lab apparatus for handling compounds under an inert atmosphere like nitrogen or argon. The guide covers essential techniques, including how to properly set up and operate the Schlenk line, perform Schlenk transfers, and filter solutions under an inert atmosphere. It also emphasizes safety procedures and troubleshooting common issues.