Laboratory Metalware

Laboratory metalware covers the range of stainless steel and mild steel tools used to grip, support, and manipulate equipment safely, especially around heat and flame. It offers durability and precision that glass, plastic, and porcelain can't always match.

SmartLabs stocks the full range, from tongs and forceps to clamps, bossheads, and spatulas, covering every gripping, supporting, and handling task in a practical lab.

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  • Burette Clamp - Aluminium

    Aluminium Burette Clamps

    229 in stock
    From R 155.00
    From R 155.00
  • Beaker Chain Clamp 40-145 mm | SmartLabs South Africa

    Beaker Chain Clamp

    64 in stock
    R 339.00
    R 339.00
  • Beaker Tong - Stainless Steel
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    Beaker Tong - Stainless Steel

    R 155.00
    R 155.00
  • Bosshead

    Bosshead

    268 in stock
    R 42.00
    R 42.00
  • Burette Clamp - Die Cast

    Burette Clamp - Die Cast

    Only 1 left
    From R 162.78
    From R 162.78
  • Circular tripod stand for laboratory heating with spirit lamp

    Circular Tripod Stand

    28 in stock
    R 235.00
    R 235.00
  • Clay Pipe Triangle

    Clay Pipe Triangle

    13 in stock
    From R 23.92
    From R 23.92
  • Clay Pipe Triangle (Pipeclay Triangle)

    Clay Pipe Triangle (Pipeclay Triangle)

    585 in stock
    From R 11.00
    From R 11.00
  • Cork Borer Set

    Cork Borer Set

    • Lab and Research
    Only 3 left
    From R 200.00
    From R 200.00
  • Crucible Lids - Stainless Steel
    Sold out

    Crucible Lids - Stainless Steel

    From R 214.82
    From R 214.82
  • Crucible Stainless Steel
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    Crucible Stainless Steel

    From R 429.70
    From R 429.70
  • Crucible Tongs, Mild Steel - Bowed
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    Crucible Tongs, Mild Steel - Bowed

    From R 40.00
    From R 40.00
  • Crucible Tongs, Mild Steel - Straight
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    Crucible Tongs, Mild Steel - Straight

    R 59.69
    R 59.69
  • Crucible Tongs, Stainless Steel - Bowed
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    Crucible Tongs, Stainless Steel - Bowed

    From R 81.42
    From R 81.42
  • Flask or Beaker Safety Tongs
    Sold out

    Flask or Beaker Safety Tongs

    R 55.00
    R 55.00
  • Forceps Blunt Point, Splinter - Stainless Steel

    Forceps Blunt Point, Splinter - Stainless Steel

    371 in stock
    R 7.00
    R 7.00
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What is laboratory metalware?

Laboratory metalware covers the range of stainless steel and mild steel tools used to grip, support, and manipulate equipment safely, especially around heat and flame. It offers durability and precision that glass, plastic, and porcelain can't always match.

SmartLabs stocks the full range, from tongs and forceps to clamps, bossheads, and spatulas, covering every gripping, supporting, and handling task in a practical lab.

Common uses of metalware in the lab

Where metal tools handle the grip, heat, and precision work.

  • Heat-Safe Handling

    Tongs and forceps lift hot crucibles and dishes safely away from a flame.

  • Precision Handling

    Fine-tipped forceps place small samples and slides with careful control.

  • Equipment Support

    Clamps and bossheads hold flasks, condensers, and other glassware securely in place.

  • Scooping & Measuring

    Spatulas and scoops transfer powders and solids cleanly between containers.

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