Stainless Steel Insect Pins for Specimen Mounting – School Lab

Elevate your entomology collection or science lab with these precision Stainless Steel Insect Pins. Designed for educators, students, and hobbyists alike, these corrosion-resistant pins make mounting and preserving insect specimens clean, accurate, and long-lasting. Available in 7 size options to suit a wide variety of specimen types — from small moths to large beetles and dragonflies.

Why Choose These Insect Pins?

• Stainless Steel Construction: Rust-resistant and durable, ensuring your specimens stay securely mounted over time without corrosion or bending.
• Multiple Size Options: Choose from 7 sizes to perfectly match your specimen needs:
  • Size 0: 40mm length, 0.25mm diameter — ideal for very small, delicate insects
  • Size 1: 40mm length, 0.30mm diameter — suitable for small insects such as gnats and small flies
  • Size 2: 40mm length, 0.38mm diameter — great for small-to-medium insects
  • Size 3: 40mm length, 0.45mm diameter — ideal for medium-sized insects such as dragonflies and economic orders
  • Size 4: 40mm length, 0.56mm diameter — perfect for medium-to-large specimens such as cicadas, beetles, and butterfly moths
  • Size 5: 40mm length, 0.65mm diameter — suited for larger, heavier specimens
  • Size 6 (Head Pin / Black): 40mm length, 0.80mm diameter — designed for the largest specimen types and lab display boards
• Easy to Use: Smooth, sharp tips allow for effortless insertion into mounting boards or cork without damaging delicate specimens.
• Classroom & Lab Ready: Sold wholesale in bulk packs — perfect for school biology labs, natural history collections, or professional entomology work.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for pinning butterflies, moths, beetles, dragonflies, cicadas, and a wide range of other insect orders.

Product Specifications

• Material: Stainless Steel
• Length: 40mm (all sizes)
• Available Sizes: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (7 options)
• Diameter Range: 0.25mm – 0.80mm
• Pack: Wholesale / Bulk Quantity
• Best For: Specimen mounting, entomology education, school labs, natural history collections

Perfect For

• Biology and science classrooms
• University and research laboratories
• Entomology hobbyists and collectors
• Natural history museum displays
• DIY insect collection kits and craft projects

For more information on entomology and proper insect specimen preservation techniques, visit the Smithsonian Institution Bug Info Resource.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What sizes of stainless steel insect pins are available?

A: These insect pins are available in 7 sizes (0–6), all 40mm in length, with diameters ranging from 0.25mm to 0.80mm. Smaller sizes are ideal for delicate insects, while larger sizes (4–6) are suited for bigger specimens like beetles, cicadas, and large moths.

Q: What types of insects can be mounted with these stainless steel specimen pins?

A: These pins are suitable for mounting a wide variety of insects including butterflies, moths, beetles, dragonflies, cicadas, flies, gnats, and other common insect orders studied in school labs and entomology collections. Choose the pin size that best matches the size and weight of your specimen.

Q: Are these insect pins suitable for school and lab use?

A: Absolutely! These stainless steel insect pins are sold in bulk wholesale quantities, making them an excellent choice for school biology labs, university entomology courses, science fair projects, and professional laboratory settings. The corrosion-resistant stainless steel ensures durability and clean presentation for long-term specimen displays.

Q: Will these pins rust or corrode over time?

A: No. These pins are crafted from stainless steel, which is naturally resistant to rust and corrosion. This makes them a reliable, long-lasting choice for preserved specimen collections that need to remain intact and presentable for years.