Quick Answer: The Capillary Tube Clamp is a small stainless steel clamp on a 9 mm rod that holds capillary tubes upright for surface tension work. It typically takes 4 tubes and is tightened with knurled screws.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Stainless steel clamp body, 35 x 15 x 10 mm
9 mm support rod to fit a retort stand
Holds several capillary tubes, typically 4
Knurled screws lock the tubes by friction
Weight about 15–20 g
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Material
Stainless steel
Mounting
9 mm support rod
Capacity
Typically 4 capillary tubes
Locking
Knurled holding screws
Clamp body
35 x 15 x 10 mm
Weight
Approx. 15–20 g
About This Product
In the capillary rise method, capillary tubes dip into a liquid and the height the liquid climbs in each tube is measured. The clamp keeps the tubes vertical and steady on a retort stand while the rise is read. The Capillary Tube Clamp can be supplied on export terms to South Africa, Honduras, Togo, Yemen, Costa Rica and Antigua and Barbuda.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tubes does the Capillary Tube Clamp hold?
It typically holds 4 capillary tubes, locked with knurled screws.
