A Tripod Stand is a strong, three-legged laboratory support stand made from metal, designed to hold glassware and laboratory equipment securely during heating or experimental procedures. It is commonly used with wire gauze to support beakers, flasks, or crucibles over a Bunsen burner or spirit lamp.
How to Use a Tripod Stand
- Place the tripod stand on a flat, heat-resistant surface.
- Position a wire gauze or clay triangle on top of the tripod.
- Place the beaker, flask, or crucible on the gauze or triangle.
- Set a heat source (Bunsen burner) underneath to heat the sample evenly.
Where It Can Be Used
- On laboratory benches
- In school and college laboratories
- In research and testing labs
- In industrial and quality control labs
Benefits of a Tripod Stand
- Provides stable and secure support during heating
- Heat-resistant metal construction ensures safety
- Allows even heat distribution to glassware
- Easy to use, portable, and durable
- Reduces risk of spills and accidents
Labs Where a Tripod Stand Is Used
- Chemistry laboratories
- Physics laboratories
- Biology laboratories
- School & college science labs
- Research and analytical laboratories
