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A '''bosshead''', sometimes called '''clamp holder''', is a metallic piece of labware used to hold various metal rods and extension clamps, like iron rings or other [[retort clamp|utility clamp]]s.
 
A '''bosshead''', sometimes called '''clamp holder''', is a metallic piece of labware used to hold various metal rods and extension clamps, like iron rings or other [[retort clamp|utility clamp]]s.
  

Revision as of 19:01, 2 June 2018

Two bossheads, one made of brass (top) and the other made of steel (down)

A bosshead, sometimes called clamp holder, is a metallic piece of labware used to hold various metal rods and extension clamps, like iron rings or other utility clamps.

General

Bossheads consist of an S-shaped thick metallic item, with two screws. Other models consist of a rectangular piece with two holes and metallic screws. Generally, made of plain steel, stainless steel, brass, aluminium or zinc (zamak). Special types of bossheads have a bent shape, while others have a thermometer clamp.

Availability

Bossheads can be purchased from lab suppliers. They can also be purchased online.

See also

References

Relevant Sciencemadness threads