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Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center — ISO 4801 lab support

Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center for spreading Bunsen burner heat evenly under beakers and flasks on a tripod, with a ceramic-fiber center that prevents hot spots cracking the glass. 3 sizes listed, with technical drawing and quotation.

A square laboratory wire gauze with a white ceramic center on a metal tripod over a lit Bunsen burner
Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center (ISO 4801 lab support) — Lab Filtration Media

Technical Drawing

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Dimensions & Specifications (ISO 4801 lab support)

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SizeWire diameter (mm)Aperture (mm)Square (mm)Ceramic center (mm)Material
100 u00d7 1000.4001.00010060Steel, tinned
125 u00d7 1250.4001.00012580Steel, tinned
150 u00d7 1500.4501.100150100SS304

Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center (ISO 4801 lab support) is used for spreading Bunsen burner heat evenly under beakers and flasks on a tripod, with a ceramic-fiber center that prevents hot spots cracking the glass.

Also known as: laboratory wire gauze, metal gauze, wire mesh gauze, wire gauze

Made by: Woven Wire Mesh (Weaving)

Where Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center Is Used

  • Schools & universities: teaching chemistry practicals.
  • Research & QC labs: heating glassware over open flame.
  • Lab suppliers: consumable packs of ten.
  • Field & mobile labs: portable heating kits.

Read the full application guide for Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center →

How to Specify Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center

  • Square size: 100, 125 or 150 mm.
  • Ceramic center: 60–100 mm, asbestos-free ceramic fiber.
  • Wire: Tinned steel for economy; SS304 for longer life.

Materials

Standard supply is stainless steel 304; the material column in the table and the drawing options show the exact grade for each size. Other alloys and finishes can be quoted to your drawing.

Fitting & Care

  • Let the gauze cool before handling — it stays hot for minutes.
  • Replace gauzes whose ceramic center is cracked or flaking.

Common Mistakes

  • Heating glass directly on bare mesh, which creates hot spots.
  • Continuing to use a gauze with a damaged center.

When Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center Is Not the Right Choice

Not for electric hot plates or heating mantles, which have their own surfaces.

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Pricing

Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center is made to order as finished parts. Indicative pricing starts from about US$0.60 per piece for a standard size at production quantity; the final price depends on size, material, finish, tooling and order volume. Send your configuration from the drawing above for a quotation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center used for?

Spreading Bunsen burner heat evenly under beakers and flasks on a tripod, with a ceramic-fiber center that prevents hot spots cracking the glass.

Why does lab wire gauze have a ceramic center?

It spreads heat evenly so glassware does not crack.

Is modern lab gauze asbestos-free?

Yes — ceramic fiber has replaced asbestos.

What size wire gauze is most common?

125 × 125 mm.

What is the specification range of Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center?

The table on this page lists 3 standard specifications for Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center, from 100 u00d7 100 to 150 u00d7 150. Specifications outside the table — custom mesh counts, wire diameters, roll widths and fabricated pieces — can be quoted on request.

How do I request a quotation?

Use the parametric drawing on this page to set the exact configuration (specification, material, treatment) and click "Request this configuration" — a specialist from custommetalfilters.com will respond within one business day.