Glasswear that can withstand high pressure - any suggestions?

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The discussion centers on the search for glassware capable of withstanding extremely high pressures, specifically around 22242 kPa (approximately 220 atmospheres). Participants highlight that pristine glassware with ground glass joints is limited to about 40 psi and recommend alternatives such as glass-lined pressure reactors or steel and polymeric cylinders for higher pressures. The consensus suggests that glass may not be suitable for applications involving high temperatures and pressures due to the risk of shattering.

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Engineers, chemists, and researchers involved in high-pressure processes, as well as anyone seeking to understand the limitations of glassware in extreme conditions.

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Hey all, I was just wondering if anyone can suggest a kind of glasswear that can withstand very high pressure.

thanks all:)
 
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How high is 'very high'? Pristine glassware with ground glass joints is only good to roughly 40 psi... NO SCRATCHES!

Glassware in steel cyls or polymeric cyls can go much higher. Glass lined pressure reactors can go very high, for example.
 
something that can withstand like 22242 kPa of pressure
 
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Gadget_Wizard said:
something that can withstand like 22242 kPa of pressure

:rolleyes: You do realize what you're saying, right? You want a... glass vessel... that can withstand over two hundred atmospheres of pressure.

Good luck. You might want to try a DOT tank instead.

- Warren
 
well it doesn't have to be glassware.
 
What are you using the glass for? It might help us give you a recommendation.
 
i 'm super heating a substance that when heated high tempetures it creates a huge amount of pressure. i don't think glass is the best use, cause it will shatter at a high tempeture and pressure.
 

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