Magnetic Compass
Product Code : SCL-CE-12547
The Magnetic Compass listed as SCL-CE-12547 is a 7 cm compass with a freely rotating needle over a graduated circular dial, marked with north, east, south and west and the intermediate directions between them. A transparent cover protects the needle and dial. This 7 cm school magnetic compass is used in geography lessons on direction, basic navigation exercises outdoors and physics demonstrations of magnetic direction, and JaincoLab supplies it in class quantities.
Specifications
The compass has a 7 cm diameter, a freely rotating magnetic needle, a graduated circular dial carrying N, E, S and W and the intercardinal directions, and a transparent protective cover over the dial.
| Product | Magnetic Compass |
| SKU | SCL-CE-12547 |
| Type | Magnetic compass |
| Diameter | 7 cm |
| Dial | Graduated circular dial, N, E, S, W and intercardinal markings |
| Needle | Freely rotating magnetic needle |
| Cover | Transparent protective cover |
Uses of the 7 cm school magnetic compass
A 7 cm compass is large enough for a whole group to read, so it is used to teach the cardinal and intercardinal directions, to orient maps in geography and outdoor education, and to show in physics that a magnetic needle aligns with the Earth's field.
- Teaching cardinal and intercardinal directions in geography lessons
- Orienting maps and simple navigation exercises outdoors
- Showing that a magnetic needle settles along the Earth's magnetic field
- Checking for magnetic fields around magnets and wires in physics practicals
Scope of supply and ordering
Each unit is one 7 cm magnetic compass with its protective cover. Miniature compasses, magnets and class-set quantities are confirmed on the quotation, together with any accessories or spares.
MOQ, lead time and packing are confirmed on each quotation for the number of compasses and the delivery destination. Class sets for schools, bulk quantities for education programmes and export consignments to Africa, the Middle East and South and South-East Asia are supplied.
Frequently asked questions
What is the diameter of the compass?
It is 7 cm in diameter.
Which directions are marked on the dial?
North, east, south and west, plus the intercardinal directions, on a graduated circular dial.
Is the dial protected?
Yes, a transparent cover protects the needle and dial.
Related products
This compass is listed under Chemistry Equipment; browse all chemistry lab equipment for more school laboratory items.
Request a quote
To order the 7 cm Magnetic Compass, send the quantity and delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected]. Institutions and contractors buying under a tender can also reach us via the tenders page.
