Quick Answer: The Test Tube Holder, Metal Strip is a self-closing spring-steel holder with a hardwood handle for gripping test tubes while they are heated. Its jaws take tubes from 12mm to 25mm in diameter.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Self-closing spring-action jaws
Nickel-plated spring steel strip
Polished hardwood handle
Jaw capacity 12mm to 25mm
Riveted strip construction with finger-grip extension
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Material
Nickel-plated spring steel strip
Handle
Polished hardwood
Grip
Self-closing spring action
Jaw capacity
12mm to 25mm
Length
Approximately 180mm to 200mm
Construction
Riveted metal strip
About This Product
Students use the holder to keep a test tube over a Bunsen flame or move it between racks without touching the glass. It is a basic item for school and introductory chemistry practicals where substances are heated in tubes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size of test tube does the holder take?
The jaws accommodate tube diameters from 12mm to 25mm.