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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  • Retort Rod, Mild Steel

    Retort Rod, Mild Steel

    • Lab and Research
    111 in stock
    From R 115.00
    From R 115.00
  • Retort Stand Base

    Retort Stand Base

    • Lab and Research
    46 in stock
    From R 300.00
    From R 300.00
  • Retort Stand Set - Mild Steel Rod 750mm, 250x160 Base
    Sold out

    Retort Stand Set - Mild Steel Rod 750mm, 250x160 Base

    R 500.00
    R 500.00
  • Retort Stand Set - Rod and Base
    Sold out

    Retort Stand Set - Rod and Base

    R 300.00
    R 300.00
  • Seekers

    Seekers

    Only 1 left
    R 89.00
    R 89.00
  • Spatula (S/Steel) Chattaway

    Spatula (S/Steel) Chattaway

    • Lab and Research
    33 in stock
    From R 32.00
    From R 32.00
  • Spatula, Micro Spoon, 150 mm, Stainless Steel

    Spatula Micro Spoon - Stainless Steel

    273 in stock
    From R 26.00
    From R 26.00
  • Spatula Stainless Steel - Spoon End

    Spatula Stainless Steel - Spoon End

    • Lab and Research
    580 in stock
    From R 20.00
    From R 20.00
  • Stainless Steel Keck Clips - Joint Clips

    Stainless Steel Keck Clips - Joint Clips

    670 in stock
    From R 42.00
    From R 42.00
  • Test Tube Holder - Wire

    Test Tube Holder - Wire

    75 in stock
    R 35.00
    R 35.00
  • Tongs Crucible, Stainless Steel - Straight

    Tongs Crucible, Stainless Steel - Straight

    69 in stock
    From R 131.33
    From R 131.33
  • Tongs, Beaker
    Sold out

    Tongs, Beaker

    R 235.00
    R 235.00
  • Tongs, Flask, Safety
    Sold out

    Tongs, Flask, Safety

    R 1,432.21
    R 1,432.21
  • Tripod Cast Iron

    Tripod Cast Iron

    Only 6 left
    From R 250.64
    From R 250.64
  • Tripod Circular
    Sold out

    Tripod Circular

    R 117.00
    R 117.00
  • Tripod Stand - Stainless Steel

    Tripod Stand - Stainless Steel

    32 in stock
    From R 205.00
    From R 205.00
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Tongs, spatulas and scissors laid out on a wooden bench

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.

  • Tongs lifting a glowing crucible from a tripod above a burner

    Heat-Safe Handling

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

  • A gloved hand using forceps to place a specimen on a slide

    Precision Handling

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

  • A round bottom flask held in a clamp on a retort stand

    Equipment Support

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

  • A gloved hand scooping white powder from a jar with a spatula

    Scooping & Measuring

    Spatulas and scoops transfer powders and solids cleanly between containers.

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