What Is a Magnetic Stirrer Used For? This article explains what a magnetic stirrer is used for across chemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, environmental, and food testing laboratories. It covers common applications such as buffer and reagent preparation, solid dissolution, sample dilution, titration, analytical sample homogenization, chemical synthesis, culture media preparation, and temperature-controlled reactions. It also explains which liquids are suitable for magnetic stirring, when a hotplate or multi-position model is useful, and when an overhead stirrer is a better option. Buyers can use the selection guidance to compare sample volume, viscosity, speed range, heating requirements, stir bar compatibility, and control functions.