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Entomological Needles
Entomological Needles (Product Code: SCL269/035) are metal insect pins used to mount and display insect specimens in school and laboratory collections. Biology teachers and students use them when preserving field catches; the pins are listed as chemical resistant and carry a coloured enamel finish. They are supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India, for departments putting together an insect collection kit for schools.
Key Details
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Entomological needles (insect pins) |
| Material | Metallic |
| Finish | Coloured enamel |
| Chemical resistance | Yes (as listed) |
| Intended use | Laboratories and schools |
| Product code | SCL269/035 |
| Supplied by | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India |
What Are Entomological Needles Used For?
A pinned insect collection lets students compare body plans, wing types and mouthparts long after the field trip is over. Each specimen is held on its own needle, pushed vertically through the thorax — usually slightly to the right of the midline — so the legs and wings stay visible and a small data label can sit on the same pin below the insect. The pinned specimen is then set into a soft base in a closed collection box.
Extra needles are also used as temporary braces: when butterfly or moth wings are spread for drying, they hold paper strips in place until the specimen sets. Handle the pins with forceps rather than fingers so they do not bend, keep them in a closed container between lessons, and count them back in after class, since they are sharp.
Supplier
Entomological Needles are supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, which trades as ScienceLab from Ambala, Haryana. The company sources the pins for schools, colleges and laboratories, so a biology department can add them to the same order as nets, viewing containers and magnifiers from the ScienceLab range. More about the company is on the ScienceLab profile page.
Related Laboratory Equipment
Items that complete an insect-mounting workflow, from catching to storage:
- Entomological Networks — the net used to collect insects in the first place
- Insect Pin Holder — a wooden holder that keeps pins sorted on the bench
- Dissecting Tray with Wax — a wax base into which specimens can be pinned while they dry
- Insect Mount Set — finished mounted specimens that show pupils the target result
For more teaching items, visit Laboratory Equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Entomological Needles made of?
Entomological Needles are metallic pins with a coloured enamel finish, and they are listed as chemical resistant. They are intended for use in laboratories and schools for mounting insect specimens in collection boxes and display trays.
What sizes are Entomological Needles available in?
The current listing for Entomological Needles does not state pin lengths or thicknesses. Please tell us the size or type of specimen you are pinning through our contact page, and we will confirm what can be supplied before quoting.
How is an insect pinned with Entomological Needles?
An Entomological Needle is pushed straight down through the insect's thorax, slightly right of the midline, and then set into a soft base so the specimen sits at an even height with its label beneath. Using forceps keeps the pin from bending.
Are Entomological Needles safe for younger pupils?
Entomological Needles are sharp metal pins, so a teacher should hand them out, supervise their use and collect them afterwards. Keep them in a closed box or pin holder between lessons and count them back in at the end of each class.
Who supplies Entomological Needles?
Entomological Needles are supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, Haryana, India. The company can add them to the same order as insect nets, viewing containers and magnifiers for school and college biology departments.
What should a quotation request for Entomological Needles include?
For an Entomological Needles quotation, give the quantity, product code SCL269/035, any size preference and the delivery location. Schools, dealers and importers in India and international markets can request pricing through our contact page or the enquiry cart.
Request a Quote
To request Entomological Needles, send the quantity and any size requirement through our contact page or add the item to the enquiry cart. We respond to schools, colleges, dealers and importers in India and international markets.
Last updated: 24 September 2026
