Leclanche Cell Pots

Quick Answer: LabEquip’s Leclanche Cell Pots are heavy-duty glass vessels made to hold the electrolyte and electrode pair of a primary Leclanche cell, letting students assemble, observe and dismantle a working chemical cell safely during electrochemistry practicals.

Description

A Leclanche cell demonstrates how chemical energy converts to electrical energy through a simple zinc-carbon electrode pair immersed in an ammonium chloride electrolyte. LabEquip’s Leclanche Cell Pots provide the glass housing for this classic experiment: a transparent, chemical-resistant jar that lets students see the electrodes, observe polarisation effects at the carbon rod, and take EMF readings with a voltmeter or galvanometer. Because the jar is supplied empty (electrolyte and electrodes are arranged separately by the institution as per the syllabus), it is a reusable, low-maintenance component of a physics or chemistry electrochemistry setup rather than a sealed, disposable cell.

These pots are used across school and college physics labs for practicals on primary cells, EMF and internal resistance, and in chemistry labs for redox and electrochemical-series demonstrations. The heavy-duty glass construction is chosen specifically to resist the mild corrosive action of the ammonium chloride electrolyte over repeated use.

Specifications

Safety Note

Ammonium chloride electrolyte is mildly corrosive and can irritate skin and eyes on contact. Handle filled pots over a tray, wear safety glasses and gloves when preparing or emptying the electrolyte, and rinse any spills immediately with water. Because the pot is glass, inspect it for cracks or chips before each use and dispose of any damaged unit rather than filling it — a cracked jar can leak electrolyte or shatter under normal handling. Keep filled cells away from the edge of the workbench during practicals to prevent accidental tipping.

Why Choose LabEquip

LabEquip supplies this jar as part of a wider electrochemistry and electrical measurement range for school and college labs. If you’re setting up a primary-cell experiment station, see our Battery Jars for related cell housings, and our Daniel Cell Substitute 1.08V for a self-contained alternative that doesn’t require electrolyte handling. For bulk institutional orders, procurement documentation, or to confirm capacity and dimensions before you specify this item in a tender, reach our sales team at [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does this pot come filled with electrolyte?
A: No. The pot is supplied empty as a glass housing; electrolyte and electrodes are arranged by the institution according to the experiment being conducted.

Q: What electrolyte is normally used in a Leclanche cell?
A: A Leclanche cell traditionally uses an ammonium chloride solution as the electrolyte, with zinc and carbon electrodes.

Q: Is the glass resistant to the electrolyte over repeated use?
A: Yes, the jar is made from heavy-duty glass selected for chemical resistance to the mild corrosive action of the electrolyte used in this experiment.

Q: What experiments is this pot used for?
A: It is used for primary-cell demonstrations, EMF and internal resistance measurements, and general electrochemistry teaching in physics and chemistry labs.

Q: Does this product carry any certification?
A: No product-specific certification is claimed for this listing.

Last Updated: September 2026