Electric Whirl
Product Code : JA-PLE-4239
The Electric Whirl (SKU JA-PLE-4239) demonstrates the effect of electric discharge from sharp points. A 60 mm three-pointed star wheel with all its points curved in one direction turns freely on a pivot; when it is connected to a high-voltage electrostatic source, charge leaking from the points drives the wheel round. This electric whirl for electrostatics lessons is used with Van de Graaff generators and Wimshurst machines in school and college physics.
Specifications
The whirl is a 60 mm diameter three-pointed star wheel with all points curved the same way, turning freely on a pivot point on a short stand whose round moulded base carries a 4 mm connection socket.
| Product | Electric Whirl |
| SKU | JA-PLE-4239 |
| Wheel | Three-pointed star, 60 mm diameter |
| Points | All curved in one direction |
| Mounting | Rotates freely on a pivot point on a short stand |
| Base | Round moulded base |
| Connection | 4 mm socket on the base |
Applications of the electric whirl
Charge concentrates at sharp points, ionising the air there; the ions are repelled from the points and the reaction pushes the star wheel round, so the whirl turns an otherwise invisible discharge into visible motion.
- Demonstrating discharge (corona) from sharp points
- Showing reaction force from the electric wind at points
- Explaining the principle of lightning conductors
- Electrostatics demonstrations with a Van de Graaff generator or Wimshurst machine
- Class 10-12 and B.Sc physics lessons on charge distribution
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers the electric whirl with its star wheel, pivot and stand with 4 mm connection socket. The high-voltage source and leads are separate items. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation.
Minimum order quantity, lead time and packing are confirmed on each quotation according to the quantity and the delivery destination. JaincoLab supplies schools and colleges, bulk education-project orders and export consignments to buyers in Africa, the Middle East and South and South-East Asia.
Frequently asked questions
What does the electric whirl demonstrate?
The effect of electric discharge from points, which makes the star wheel rotate.
How is it connected to the electrostatic source?
Through the 4 mm connection socket on the round moulded base of the stand.
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