The Y-Tube – Stem (L120mm, Ø30mm) | Arms (L80mm, Ø30mm) is a precision glass apparatus designed for insect behavioral and olfactory studies. It enables accurate odor-choice assays, repellency testing, and attraction studies under controlled laboratory conditions. Here, L denotes length and Ø denotes diameter, defining the airflow path dimensions.
Dimension Explanation Table
| Symbol / Term | Meaning | Value mm (cm) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L (Stem) | Length of main tube | 120 mm (12 cm) | Distance from base inlet to junction where arms split |
| Ø (Stem) | Diameter of main tube | 30 mm (3 cm) | Inner diameter allowing airflow and insect movement |
| L (Arms) | Length of each arm | 80 mm (8 cm) | Distance from junction to each arm outlet |
| Ø (Arms) | Diameter of each arm | 30 mm (3 cm) | Inner diameter of arms for odor stream passage |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Y-Tube |
| Stem Length | 120 mm |
| Stem Diameter | 30 mm |
| Arm Length | 80 mm |
| Arm Diameter | 30 mm |
| Material | Borosilicate Glass |
| Design | Y-Shaped |
| Application | Insect olfactory behavior studies |
The Y-Tube – Stem (L120mm, Ø30mm) | Arms (L80mm, Ø30mm) is a laboratory-grade glass apparatus designed for entomological research and controlled olfactory experiments. It is widely used to study insect behavior by allowing subjects to choose between two distinct odor streams in a controlled airflow environment.
Manufactured from high-quality borosilicate glass, the Y-tube provides excellent transparency, durability, and resistance to chemical exposure. The 120 mm stem (Ø30 mm) serves as the primary airflow entry, while the two 80 mm arms (Ø30 mm) ensure equal and balanced distribution of odor stimuli.
The design supports uniform airflow with minimal turbulence, which is critical for obtaining reliable and reproducible behavioral responses. Its transparent structure allows clear observation of insect movement throughout the experiment.
This Y-tube can be easily integrated with air compressors, airflow controllers, charcoal filters, and humidifier chambers, forming a complete olfactometer setup for advanced research applications.
Applications
- Odor-choice behavioral assays
- Insect attraction and repellency studies
- Mosquito and vector research
- Entomology laboratory experiments
- Agricultural pest research
- Environmental airflow studies