Compass Magnetic
Product Code : JL-LEP-10376
The Compass Magnetic (SKU JL-LEP-10376) is a magnetic compass of 48–52 mm outside diameter, with its needle mounted in an aluminium case under a clear, scratch-free plastic or glass face. It finds direction on the earth’s surface as the needle aligns with the earth’s magnetic field, and is used in science lessons on magnetism and in geography map work. JaincoLab supplies it to schools and colleges.
Specifications
The magnetic compass measures 48 mm to 52 mm across, with the needle mounted in an aluminium case and protected by a clear, scratch-free plastic or glass face.
| Product | Compass Magnetic |
| SKU | JL-LEP-10376 |
| Purpose | Finds direction on the earth’s surface by the alignment of the needle with the earth’s magnetic field |
| Outside diameter | 48 mm to 52 mm |
| Case and face | Needle mounted in an aluminium case with a clear, scratch-free plastic or glass face |
| Specification reference | As per DepEd guidelines |
Applications of the magnetic compass
The compass is used wherever students need to find north or trace a magnetic field: in lessons on the earth’s magnetism and bar magnets, in map and orienteering work, and alongside electromagnetism apparatus.
- Finding north and the cardinal directions in geography and map-reading lessons
- Plotting the field lines around a bar magnet
- Showing the deflection of the needle near a current-carrying wire
- Orienting weather instruments and maps during fieldwork
- Magnetism topics in primary and secondary science
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers one magnetic compass as described in the specification table. Accessories and quantities are confirmed on the quotation.
MOQ, lead time and packing are fixed on the quotation according to the number of compasses and the delivery destination. JaincoLab supplies class sets for schools, bulk education orders and export buyers in Africa, the Middle East and South and South-East Asia.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the magnetic compass?
Its outside diameter is 48 mm to 52 mm.
What is the case made of?
The needle is mounted in an aluminium case.
What covers the needle?
A clear, scratch-free plastic or glass face.
What is it used for?
It finds direction on the earth’s surface by the alignment of the needle with the earth’s magnetic field.
Related products
Magnetism and earth-science items often ordered with the compass:
More magnetism and earth-science items are listed in the Laboratory Equipment Products range of JaincoLab, a physics lab equipment manufacturer in India.
Request a quote
For a quotation on the Magnetic Compass, send the quantity and delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected]. For tender or project supply, see our tenders page.
