• Glassware Thermometer Adapter

Glassware Thermometer Adapter

TA8910-E

  • Lab and Research

Vendor: OMSONS

Suited For: Lab and Research

Country of Origin: India

30-Day Limited Warranty
This product is covered against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for 30 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not cover: breakage caused by thermal shock (rapid heating or cooling); physical or mechanical damage, including drops, impacts, chips, and cracks from handling; damage from use outside the glassware's rated temperature, pressure, or chemical compatibility; damage from improper cleaning; normal wear such as scratching, staining, or discolouration; or unauthorised repair or modification.

To claim, contact SmartLabs within 30 days of purchase with proof of purchase and a description of the defect.
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A Thermometer Adapter is used to create a vacuum-tight, adjustable seal around a thermometer when you need to insert it into a distillation head or a flask.

For metal thermometer probes that will be submerged into ab aggressive acid we recommend using a Pocket Thermometer Adapter. Even "acid-resistant" stainless steel probes will eventually pit or degrade when submerged in hot, aggressive acids

Here is how you set it up and use it:
 
1. Assemble the Components
The adapter usually comes in three parts: a glass body with a ground joint (e.g., 14/23 or 19/26), a plastic screw cap, and a silicone or rubber ring (grommet). 
  • Slide the plastic cap onto the thermometer.
  • Slide the rubber ring onto the thermometer after the cap.
2. Insert into the Adapter Body
  • Push the thermometer through the top of the glass adapter body.
  • Slide the thermometer up or down until the bulb is positioned exactly where you need it (usually just below the side-arm of a distillation head to measure the vapor temperature accurately). 
3. Create the Seal
  • Screw the plastic cap onto the threaded top of the glass adapter.
  • As you tighten the cap, it compresses the rubber ring against the thermometer, creating a leak-proof and vacuum-tight seal. 
4. Install the Assembly
  • Insert the ground glass joint of the adapter into your labware (like a Still Head).
  • Pro Tip: Apply a very thin layer of vacuum grease to the ground joint to ensure it doesn't "freeze" or leak under vacuum. 
Important Safety Tips:
  • Don't Over-tighten: Tighten the cap just enough to stop the thermometer from sliding. Over-tightening can snap the thermometer or crack the glass threads.
  • Lubrication: If the thermometer is hard to slide through the rubber ring, use a drop of glycerin or water as a lubricant to avoid breaking the thin glass stem.
  • Check the Joint Size: Ensure your adapter’s joint (e.g., 14/23) matches the socket on your glassware. 

Specifications

  • Material: Clear 3.3 Borosilicate Glass 
  • Joint Size: Select from drop down
  • "O"-ring: GL14 open top compression cap and "o"-ring included
  • Brand: OMSONS
  • Product of India

Specifications

Material: Clear 3.3 Borosilicate Glass
O-Ring: GL14 Open Top Compression Cap

Delivery

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Warranty

This product is covered against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for 30 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not cover: breakage caused by thermal shock (rapid heating or cooling); physical or mechanical damage, including drops, impacts, chips, and cracks from handling; damage from use outside the glassware's rated temperature, pressure, or chemical compatibility; damage from improper cleaning; normal wear such as scratching, staining, or discolouration; or unauthorised repair or modification.

To claim, contact SmartLabs within 30 days of purchase with proof of purchase and a description of the defect.

Our Promise

At SmartLabs, we only stock equipment we'd trust in our own labs and classrooms. If a product arrives faulty or doesn't match its description, let us know and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a refund. Our goal is for every order to work exactly as it should, the first time.