Cast Iron Tripod Stand

Product Code : SCL-CL-12020

The Cast Iron Tripod Stand 8-Inch is a three-legged metal platform used for supporting laboratory vessels over a Bunsen burner during heating experiments. Designed for chemistry students, research technicians, and educators, this heavy-duty apparatus provides a highly stable, fire-resistant elevated surface for beakers and flasks.

Product Description

The Cast Iron Tripod Stand 8-Inch from Science Lab Supplies is engineered to deliver exceptional structural integrity and physical safety for intense thermal experiments. Fabricated with a robust, heavy-walled cast iron ring and zinc-plated steel legs, this tripod stand easily withstands continuous exposure to direct flames without warping or structural degradation. The wide triangular footprint prevents accidental tipping or shifting on crowded laboratory benchtops.

This professional-grade laboratory hardware item balances raw strength with daily utility. Ideal for high school chemistry stations and commercial research hubs alike, it provides an elevated base to house wire gauzes, clay pipes, or sand baths securely above active heating instruments for highly repeatable chemical reactions.

Key Features

• Heavy Cast Iron Construction: The top circular ring is forged from high-density cast iron to resist extreme thermal stress and distortion.
• Zinc-Plated Steel Legs: Features three threaded steel legs equipped with a thick zinc plating layer to combat rust and acid corrosion.
• Stable Anti-Slip Design: The outward-flared triangular base profile provides excellent counterweighting to support heavy liquid volumes safely.
• Removable Leg Assembly: Designed with detachable, screw-in legs for flat, low-profile packaging and convenient storage when not in use.
• Optimal Heating Height: The 200 mm height provides the perfect vertical spacing to accommodate standard gas burners underneath the platform ring.
• Universal Vented Top: The 120 mm outer diameter ring accommodates standard wire gauzes and ceramic triangles to house diverse laboratory glassware configurations.

Technical Specifications

What's Included in the Kit

• 2 x Cast Iron Tripod Stand Rings (120mm OD)
• 6 x Threaded Zinc-Plated Steel Legs (200mm Length)
• 1 x Lab Burner Support Configuration and Assembly Guide

Applications / Uses

• Supporting round-bottom flasks and beakers safely above active Bunsen burners during distillation experiments.
• Functioning as a core, heavy-duty thermal support framework packed within high school and university chemistry science kits.
• Holding evaporating dishes securely during high-temperature solution concentrations over flame sources.
• Providing a steady base for clay pipe triangles when executing intense crucible calcination procedures.
• Elevating heat-distribution plates or sand baths uniformly within custom industrial testing workflows.

How to Use the Cast Iron Tripod Stand

1. Inspect the cast iron top ring and three threaded legs for any structural damage, rust, or loose threads before assembly.
2. Screw each steel leg firmly clockwise into the tapped holes on the underside of the cast iron ring using manual pressure until fully seated.
3. Place the assembled tripod stand flat on a level, flame-resistant laboratory workbench, ensuring all three legs sit completely flush.
4. Position a standard wire gauze or ceramic triangle centered directly onto the top circular iron ring opening.
5. Slide your Bunsen burner underneath the tripod legs, centering the flame pathway vertically below the target vessel.

Handling Note: Never attempt to touch or move the tripod stand immediately after heating. Allow the heavy metal components to cool completely for at least 15 minutes before handling or disassembly.

Care & Maintenance

• Moisture Removal: Wipe down the steel legs with a dry cloth immediately after washing to clear away surface water and avoid rust spotting.
• Thread Protection: Apply a microscopic film of machine oil or silicone lubricant to the leg threads bi-annually to preserve smooth screw assembly.
• Dry Storage: Store the disassembled rings and legs flat inside a dry storage drawer to minimize chemical vapor exposure and optimize space efficiency.

Why Choose Science Lab Supplies

Science Lab Supplies is a premier global manufacturer and trusted exporter of high-precision laboratory hardware, STEM training kits, and academic didactic models. Leveraging decades of intensive manufacturing experience, we engineer rugged equipment that complies with international safety and durability parameters. Our streamlined distribution network ensures reliable global supply capabilities to fulfill large shipments for school districts, universities, and commercial testing facilities seamlessly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Cast Iron Tripod Stand used for?

It is a classic three-legged support platform used to hold glass containers, crucibles, or evaporating dishes steadily above an open-flame burner during thermal lab reactions.

What materials are used to manufacture this stand?

The top circular support ring is made from heavy-duty forged cast iron, while the three detachable legs are engineered from rust-resistant zinc-plated mild steel.

Can the legs be detached from the ring?

Yes, the legs feature precision mechanical threads that allow them to be easily screwed in for active lab setups or unscrewed for space-saving flat storage.

What is the benefit of using cast iron for the ring?

Forged cast iron provides exceptional resistance to warping, flaking, and structural failure under continuous exposure to extreme localized flame heat.

Does this tripod stand come with a wire gauze?

This standard package includes the complete tripod ring and leg hardware components; accompanying wire gauzes or ceramic triangles can be purchased separately to suit specific testing needs.

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