Difference between revisions of "Retort clamp"
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A '''retort clamp''' or '''utility clamp''' (often just '''clamp''') is a type of clamp used to hold various glassware, often the ground glass joint types, as well as other types. | A '''retort clamp''' or '''utility clamp''' (often just '''clamp''') is a type of clamp used to hold various glassware, often the ground glass joint types, as well as other types. | ||
==General== | ==General== | ||
| − | Retort clamps are metallic items, with 2 metallic jaws, that can be adjusted via a screw. The jaws are coated with cork or plastic, and can have 2, 3 or 4 prongs. The jaws are connected to a metallic rod, which can be connected to a [[bosshead]], although some models have a built-in bosshead or screw clamp. They are commonly made of [[stainless steel]] or | + | Retort clamps are metallic items, with 2 metallic jaws, that can be adjusted via a screw. The jaws are coated with cork or plastic, and can have 2, 3 or 4 prongs. The jaws are connected to a metallic rod, which can be connected to a [[bosshead]], although some models have a built-in bosshead or screw clamp. They are commonly made of [[stainless steel]] or galvanized plain [[steel]]. |
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
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===Relevant Sciencemadness threads=== | ===Relevant Sciencemadness threads=== | ||
*[http://www.sciencemadness.org/talk/viewthread.php?tid=63560 Clamps & Stands] | *[http://www.sciencemadness.org/talk/viewthread.php?tid=63560 Clamps & Stands] | ||
| + | *[http://www.sciencemadness.org/talk/viewthread.php?tid=19503 Correct clamp for the job?] | ||
[[Category:Lab equipment]] | [[Category:Lab equipment]] | ||
[[Category:Metalware]] | [[Category:Metalware]] | ||
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A retort clamp or utility clamp (often just clamp) is a type of clamp used to hold various glassware, often the ground glass joint types, as well as other types.
General
Retort clamps are metallic items, with 2 metallic jaws, that can be adjusted via a screw. The jaws are coated with cork or plastic, and can have 2, 3 or 4 prongs. The jaws are connected to a metallic rod, which can be connected to a bosshead, although some models have a built-in bosshead or screw clamp. They are commonly made of stainless steel or galvanized plain steel.
Availability
Retort clamps can be bought from lab suppliers, or online.
