Van De Graaff Generator – Irwin [3011]

Description

The Irwin Van de Graaff generator is designed to be operated by hand (which confirms that the charge generated is independent of mains electricity) an additional power source can be connected but not supplied. This rugged unit will help you give demonstrations that will impress your students, or at least stand their hair on end. The variable speed generator will develop potentials as high as 350,000 volts making it possible to perform all basic electrostatic experiments on a large and spectacular scale! With sparks of 8cm to as high as 12 to 15cm, yet a maximum continuous current of just 10 microamps, it’s quite safe for classroom use. The unit requires minimal assembly when shipped and is supplied with an extra transport belt.

Features/Includes:

• Neon indicator and a helicopter.
• Rubber drive belt
• Silicon main belt
• Discharge sphere
• Head of hair

Dimensions: Sphere Diameter 280mm,
Overall height 760mm, Weight 8kg