OVERFLOW CAN

 Product Description
An Overflow Can is a laboratory apparatus designed to measure the volume of irregularly shaped solid objects using the water displacement method. It typically consists of a container with a spout or outlet near the top to allow excess water to overflow when a solid object is submerged inside. Overflow cans are usually made from durable, chemically resistant materials such as plastic or stainless steel. This device is essential in physics and material science laboratories for determining volume and density accurately by capturing displaced fluid and measuring its quantity.

Uses
Primary Uses
Laboratory and Educational Applications

• Measuring the volume of irregular solids by water displacement.
• Determining density by combining volume measurements with mass.
• Demonstrating principles of fluid displacement and Archimedes’ principle in physics classes.

Secondary Uses
Research and Quality Control

• Volume measurement in material testing and characterization.
• Calibration of volumetric equipment by displacement method.

Key Attributes
Basic Identification Attributes

• Material: Plastic, stainless steel, or other corrosion-resistant materials.
• Design: Container with overflow spout positioned near the top.
• Size: Available in various capacities depending on application needs.

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Durability: Resistant to corrosion and impact.
• Water Resistance: Designed to hold and overflow water without leakage.

Safety & Hazard Attributes

• Handle carefully to avoid spills and breakage if made from brittle materials.

Storage & Handling Attributes

• Store in a dry, clean place.
• Ensure the overflow outlet is free of blockages before use.

Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

• Manufactured to comply with laboratory equipment standards.

Environmental & Health Impact

• Made from recyclable materials depending on type.
• No significant environmental hazards during normal use.