

Y-tube Olfactometer for Medium Clawed Legged Insects with SS Mesh
The Y-Tube Olfactometer for Medium Claw-Legged Insects with SS Mesh is a specialized glass apparatus designed for insect behavioral and olfactory studies involving crawling species with gripping legs. It features an internal stainless steel (SS) mesh that provides enhanced grip, enabling natural movement and accurate odor-choice responses under controlled laboratory conditions.
Here, L denotes length and Ø denotes diameter, with all dimensions expressed in millimeters (mm).
Dimension Explanation Table
Symbol / Term Meaning Description L (Stem) Length of main tube Distance from inlet to junction Ø (Stem) Diameter of main tube Inner diameter for airflow and insect movement L (Arm) Length of each arm Distance from junction to outlet Ø (Arm) Diameter of each arm Inner diameter of arms
| Symbol / Term | Meaning | Description |
|---|---|---|
| L (Stem) | Length of main tube | Distance from inlet to junction |
| Ø (Stem) | Diameter of main tube | Inner diameter for airflow and insect movement |
| L (Arm) | Length of each arm | Distance from junction to outlet |
| Ø (Arm) | Diameter of each arm | Inner diameter of arms |
Variants
| Variant | Stem (L, Ø) mm | Arm (L, Ø) mm |
|---|---|---|
| V1 | (120, 20) | (80, 20) |
| V2 | (120, 25) | (80, 25) |
| V3 | (120, 30) | (80, 30) |
| V4 | (130, 20) | (95, 15) |
| V5 | (140, 15) | (140, 15) |
| V6 | (150, 40) | (130, 40) |
| V7 | (150, 50) | (100, 40) |
| V8 | (110, 25) | (90, 25) |
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Product Details
The Y-Tube Olfactometer for Medium Claw-Legged Insects with SS Mesh is a precision laboratory instrument developed for entomological research involving insects with clawed or gripping legs, such as beetles, ticks, mites, and other crawling species. Smooth glass surfaces in standard olfactometers can restrict movement, leading to inconsistent behavioral responses. This model addresses that limitation by incorporating an internal stainless steel (SS) mesh, which provides a textured walking surface and significantly improves insect mobility and response accuracy.
The Y-shaped design allows insects to be introduced through the central stem and choose between two arms carrying different odor stimuli. This setup is widely used to evaluate attraction, repellency, and olfactory preference under controlled airflow conditions.
Constructed from high-quality borosilicate glass, the olfactometer ensures excellent transparency, durability, and resistance to chemical exposure. The internal geometry supports uniform airflow with minimal turbulence, ensuring consistent odor delivery and reproducible experimental results.
Multiple variants are available to accommodate different insect sizes and experimental requirements. Medium diameters provide a balance between airflow stability and insect mobility, while variations in arm length allow extended observation and improved behavioral tracking.
The transparent construction enables clear observation of insect movement, and the design integrates seamlessly with air compressors, airflow controllers, charcoal filters, and humidifier systems, forming a complete olfactometer setup.
























