The Y-Tube Olfactometer – Claw-Legged Insects with SS Mesh | Stem (L100mm, Ø25mm) is a specialized glass apparatus designed for insect behavioral and olfactory studies involving claw-legged species. It features an internal stainless steel (SS) mesh that provides grip, enabling natural movement and reliable odor-choice responses. Here, L denotes length and Ø denotes diameter.
Dimension Explanation Table
| Symbol / Term | Meaning | Value mm (cm) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L (Stem) | Length of main tube | 100 mm (10 cm) | Distance from base inlet to junction where arms split |
| Ø (Stem) | Diameter of main tube | 25 mm (2.5 cm) | Inner diameter allowing airflow and insect movement |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Y-Tube Olfactometer (SS Mesh Type) |
| Stem Length | 100 mm |
| Stem Diameter | 25 mm |
| Internal Feature | Stainless Steel Mesh |
| Material | Borosilicate Glass |
| Design | Y-Shaped |
| Application | Claw-legged insect behavior studies |
The Y-Tube Olfactometer – Claw-Legged Insects with SS Mesh | Stem (L100mm, Ø25mm) is a purpose-built laboratory instrument developed for entomological studies involving insects with gripping or clawed legs. Unlike standard olfactometers with smooth glass interiors, this model incorporates an internal stainless steel (SS) mesh, providing a textured walking surface that enhances insect mobility and ensures more natural behavioral responses.
Constructed from high-quality borosilicate glass, the olfactometer offers excellent transparency, durability, and resistance to chemical exposure. The 100 mm stem (Ø25 mm) provides a controlled airflow pathway, ensuring stable and consistent odor delivery during experiments.
The SS mesh acts as a support track, allowing insects such as ticks, mites, beetles, and other crawling species to move effectively without slipping. This significantly improves experimental reliability and response accuracy.
The design maintains uniform airflow with minimal turbulence, ensuring reproducible results. Its transparent construction allows easy observation, while the compact structure enables seamless integration with air compressors, airflow controllers, filters, and humidifier systems.
Applications
- Claw-legged insect behavioral studies
- Tick, mite, and beetle olfactory research
- Odor-choice and repellency assays
- Entomology and vector biology research
- Agricultural pest behavior studies
- Laboratory olfactometer experiments