Spectroscopy

Spectrum Tube Mercury Vapor

Item #P2-9500-10

$29.50 Bundle Discount

Unit Price	$29.50
10+	$27.50

Mercury vapor emission spectrum for spectroscopy labs

The Mercury Vapor Spectrum Tube produces one of the most recognizable emission spectra, commonly used as a wavelength reference. Its strong green and blue lines make it especially valuable for calibration and comparison. A classic atomic theory demonstration.

Designed for classroom spectroscopy, this 26 cm gas discharge tube fits standard spectrum tube power supplies and is widely used across physics, chemistry, astronomy, and forensic science labs.

Why Teachers Love the Mercury Vapor Spectrum Tube

Highly recognizable spectrum: Easy for students to identify.
Reference-quality lines: Often used for wavelength calibration.
Strong instructional clarity: Excellent for introducing spectral analysis.
Broad disciplinary use: Physics, chemistry, and instrumentation labs.

What You Can Teach with the Mercury Vapor Spectrum Tube

Atomic emission spectra
Wavelength calibration
Spectral comparison
Applications in lighting and instrumentation

Works With the Spectrum Tube Power Supply

Pair the Mercury Vapor Spectrum Tube with Arbor Scientific’s Spectrum Tube Power Supply to safely energize the gas and produce clear, stable emission lines. The power supply is designed specifically for 26 cm spectrum tubes, providing the correct voltage and current for reliable classroom demonstrations.

Looking for a complete spectroscopy setup?
Check out the Spectrum Analysis Classroom Bundle, which includes a power supply and a full set of gas spectrum tubes for side-by-side comparison across multiple elements.

Products being sold are not toys. They are for Educational / Laboratory use only. They are not for use by children 12 and under.

Specs:

Length: Approximately 26 cm

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