Mechanics
The idea for the Columnmaster 4000 is based on the simple physics principle of gravity, cohesion, and adhesion. The end of the tube (where the water exits) must remain lower than the beginning of the tube (where the water enters). Thus, the water level of the target container, in this case, the column, will remain equal to the water level of the source flask. Using a source flask with a diameter significantly greater than the column will allow large amounts of liquid to pass through the column without a significant drop in the level of the column, ensuring that the bed of the column will not go try.
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