Gas thread seals keep threaded lab gas joints leak tight.
Use a product approved for gas.
What are gas thread seals?
School and college laboratories need sinks, water taps and gas taps that stand up to chemicals and daily student use. Fibre (fibreglass) lab sinks resist many chemicals and come in small, medium and large sizes. Lab gas taps feed Bunsen burners, and water taps often have a swan neck and hose nozzle.
Lab gas pipework uses small valves, joints, hoses and sealing compounds. Therefore, use parts rated for gas, seal threads properly and leak test every new connection.
Further reading
- Laboratories (Wikipedia)
- Bunsen burners (Wikipedia)
- Sinks (Wikipedia)
Key terms explained
- Fibre lab sink
- A moulded fibreglass sink for laboratories.
- Gas tap
- A small valve that feeds gas to a burner hose.
- Bunsen burner
- A lab gas burner with an adjustable air inlet.
- Shellac
- A sealing compound used on gas threads.
- Swan neck tap
- A tap with a curved spout for lab benches.
Features and benefits
- Fibre sinks 12 x 12 x 5 and 18 x 12 x 5 inch.
- One and two way gas taps.
- Lab water taps and fans.
- Bunsen burners and hose fittings.
- Joints, clips and thread seals.
Technical specifications
| Product | Thread seal |
|---|---|
| Size or model | Confirm with quote |
| Packing | Confirm with quote |
| Supplier | Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd, Nairobi |
| Supplier | Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd, Nairobi |
Sizes, grades and ratings depend on stock and model. Tell us what you need, and we will confirm before you order.
Applications of gas thread seals
- Secondary school labs. Benches, sinks and gas taps.
- Colleges and universities. Teaching labs.
- Hospital labs. Sinks and taps.
- Research labs. Gas and water points.
- Pharmaceutical QC labs. Fittings.
- Water testing labs. Sinks.
- Food labs. Taps and sinks.
- Lab renovations. Replacing old fittings.
- New school blocks. Full lab fit-out.
- Technical colleges. Workshops.
How to choose and install
- Choose sink size to fit the bench cut-out.
- Use gas-rated taps, valves and hose.
- Seal gas threads with shellac or approved sealant.
- Leak test with soapy water, never a flame.
Why choose Sparks Plumbing Experts
- Every common pipe materialGI, PPR, PVC, HDPE, brass and stainless fittings are all stocked, so you can match any existing system.
- Common sizes in stockMost fitting types come in several sizes, from small domestic sizes up to larger mains sizes.
- Pipes, fittings and valves togetherPipes, fittings, valves, clamps and jointing products come in one order.
- Help with thread and size standardsWe help you confirm inch and millimetre sizes before you buy, which avoids return trips.
- Visit or collect in NairobiOur store is at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, in the Industrial Area, so you can see parts before you buy or collect your order.
- Quotes your wayAsk for prices by phone, WhatsApp, email or the online quote form, whichever suits you on site.
- Over 1,600 products in one placeOur catalogue covers 55 categories, so one supplier can handle most of your parts list.
- Help choosing the right partSend a nameplate photo, a drawing or the old part, and we help you match size and specification.
- Single items or project quantitiesWe price a single replacement part just as readily as a full site order.
- Supply across East AfricaWe serve customers across Kenya, and we also supply buyers in Uganda and Tanzania.
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Ordering from Sparks Plumbing Experts
We supply customers across Kenya, and we also serve buyers in Uganda and Tanzania. You can collect from our store at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, Nairobi, or ask us about delivery to your site. Send your quantities and specifications, and we will reply with prices and availability.
Request a Quote WhatsApp 0726 086 895
Frequently asked questions
What details do you need to quote laboratory fittings?
Tell us the item, size and quantity. A photo of the old part, a nameplate or a drawing also helps. Then call or WhatsApp 0726 086 895, or use the quote form on this page.
Do you deliver laboratory fittings outside Nairobi?
Yes. We supply customers across Kenya, and we also serve buyers in Uganda and Tanzania. Delivery or courier arrangements are agreed when you confirm the order.
How much does a laboratory fitting cost in Kenya?
The price depends on the item, size or model and the quantity. Therefore, send your list with a quote request and we will reply with current figures.
Which sink size do I need?
Match the bench cut-out; small and medium sizes are listed.
Are the gas taps for LPG?
They are lab gas taps. Confirm the gas with us.
Do you supply full school lab kits?
Yes, send your bench count and we will quote.
How do I leak test gas fittings?
With soapy water, never a flame.
Are fibre sinks acid resistant?
They resist many lab chemicals. Check for strong solvents.
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