Item Name:
Fused Quartz Tubing - 315mm x 4.5mm
SKU:
ABRQT196
Description:
This fused quartz tubing is clear, high-purity quartz glass tubing manufactured as a straight, round tube with a consistent inside passage and outside diameter. Fused quartz is used in lampworking and scientific glass work when you need excellent thermal shock resistance and stability at high working temperatures, especially for parts that must tolerate repeated heating and cooling without deforming or devitrifying like many standard glasses. A large diameter tube like this is typically chosen for bigger builds where you need substantial internal volume, strong airflow capacity, or a large working envelope for forming and joining assemblies.
How it is used:
- Preheat gradually and evenly while rotating to bring the full circumference up to temperature and reduce thermal shock risk.
- Keep the tube moving and supported during heating to prevent ovaling and sagging as the quartz softens.
- Use controlled heat zones to flare, open, or shape the end for large transitions, collars, or wide-mouth connections.
- Fuse to compatible quartz components by heating both pieces evenly and joining with steady rotation to maintain alignment and roundness.
- Anneal according to fused quartz working practice for the wall thickness and overall mass of the finished assembly to reduce stress.
Dimensions
- Inner Diameter: 306.00mm
- Outer Diameter: 315.00mm
- Wall Thickness: 4.50mm
- Standard Length: 5'
