Item Name:
Fused Quartz Tubing - 9.5mm x 1.25mm
SKU:
ABRQT33
Description:
Fused quartz tubing is constructed from high-purity silicon dioxide (99.99%+) that has been melted and formed into a hollow tube with precise inner and outer diameter specifications. This tubing features an inner diameter of 7.00 mm and an outer diameter of 9.60 mm, with a standard length of 4 feet. Fused quartz is valued in lampworking for its exceptional thermal properties and optical clarity at extreme temperatures. Unlike borosilicate glass, fused quartz can withstand temperatures up to 1600°C and possesses superior resistance to thermal shock, making it the ideal material for advanced glassblowing applications where extreme heat is required.
How it is used:
- Working with fused quartz requires a hydrogen and oxygen torch, as the material requires significantly higher temperatures than borosilicate or soft glass to achieve workable viscosity
- Used by advanced lampworkers to create scientific glassware, laboratory apparatus, and specialized flameworking projects that demand exceptional thermal stability
- Suitable for creating components that will experience extreme temperature fluctuations or sustained high-heat exposure
- The high purity of fused quartz makes it ideal for applications requiring optical clarity and minimal thermal expansion
- Often employed in creating custom scientific equipment, precision tubing for specialized applications, and advanced artistic pieces where thermal performance is critical
Dimensions:
- Inner diameter: 7.00mm
- Outer diameter: 9.50mm
- Wall Thickness: 1.25mm
- Standard length: 4'
