clamplask

Clamplask is a type of laboratory glassware designed for safely heating or boiling volatile liquids. It features a wide, squat body that tapers to a narrower neck, similar in shape to a Erlenmeyer flask. However, the distinguishing characteristic of a clamplask is the presence of a specialized clamp or fitting integrated into the neck or near the top of the body. This clamp is typically designed to securely hold a condenser or other apparatus, facilitating distillation or reflux operations. The wide base provides stability, reducing the risk of tipping, and the broad surface area allows for efficient heat transfer. Clamplasks are commonly made from borosilicate glass, which is resistant to thermal shock and chemical corrosion. They are used in various chemical processes, particularly in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry, where controlled heating and solvent manipulation are required. The integrated clamp simplifies the setup of experimental apparatus, often eliminating the need for separate retort stands and clamps for the distillation head.