Capillary Tubes (purchase in Canada)

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding sources to purchase capillary tubes that become malleable when heated, specifically for a project. The focus is on identifying retailers, both online and brick-and-mortar, that can ship to Canada, particularly in Toronto.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks recommendations for purchasing specific capillary tubes that are not available for shipping to Canada from a particular website.
  • Another participant suggests VWR as a potential source, noting they have locations in Canada.
  • A different participant proposes looking for online options within Canada or on eBay.
  • One participant mentions that while VWR offers the desired tubes, the price is significantly high, over $400 for a variety of glass tubing.
  • A participant points out that the tubes resemble NMR sample tubes, suggesting they should be available from various vendors at lower prices.
  • Another participant provides a link to CRS, indicating they will ship to Canada.
  • A local store, Epson Science, is mentioned as a possible source, with a specific location reference in Toronto.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the need for alternative sources to purchase the capillary tubes, but there is no consensus on the best option or the pricing of available products.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying opinions on the availability and pricing of the tubes, with some suggesting specific vendors while others highlight the high costs associated with certain options.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals in Canada, particularly in Toronto, looking for capillary tubes for scientific or experimental projects may find this discussion relevant.

ChaoticLlama
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Hey everybody

I'm looking to buy a set of these:

http://www.sciencelab.com/page/S/PVAR/10615/10-2410

the 5mm OD tubes that become malleable when subjected to heat (for a little project I want to do). Unfortunately, this website does not ship to Canada.

Anyone know of any brick & mortar stores or other websites that would sell this item?

thanks

P.S. I live in Toronto, Ontario in case you know of a very convenient location.
 
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I'm sure you can buy these from VWR - they have locations in Canada.
 
You could just buy them online from somewhere in Canada or on eBay.
 
VWR does offer what I'm looking for, however it comes at a high price

http://www.vwrcanlab.com/catalog/product/index.cgi?object_id=0008810&class_id=5005843

over $400 for all types of glass tubing.
 
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ChaoticLlama said:
Hey everybody

I'm looking to buy a set of these:

http://www.sciencelab.com/page/S/PVAR/10615/10-2410

the 5mm OD tubes that become malleable when subjected to heat (for a little project I want to do). Unfortunately, this website does not ship to Canada.

Anyone know of any brick & mortar stores or other websites that would sell this item?

thanks

P.S. I live in Toronto, Ontario in case you know of a very convenient location.
Those look almost like NMR sample tubes. You should be able to find those at plenty of vendors for dirt cheap.
 
CRS will ship to Canada: http://www.crscientific.com/glasstubing2.html
 
Epson science on Dufferin at Yorkdale, look for the giant telescope on the roof.