Vernier KidWind simpleGEN Easy-to-build AC Generator Kit

Description

Includes

Wind Turbine Hub, Alligator clip cord pair, Digital multimeter, Sandpaper 1/8 sheet, Magnet holder, Ceramic magnet, 8 in. hex shaft with hub quick connect, 4 in. hex shaft, Simple hand generator housing set, Dowels, Red superbright LED, Bi-polar LED bulb and 28 gauge magnet wire with spool

Allows students to explore the basics of electrical generator design.

• To demonstrate Faraday's law, light LEDs
• To perform experiments on how coils, magnets, and rotation affect electrical generation
• Can be converted to simple motor by simple modifications
• Also available in classroom pack which includes materials to build 10 generators and to convert two generators to wind turbines
• Recommended for College, High School, and Middle School Science

Activities Performed:

• Generate electricity
• AC power output and measures output voltage
• Compare different designs (coils, magnets, spinning)

Concepts:

• Understanding clean energy
• Exploring energy transformations, relationship between energy and forces
• Collecting, analyzing and interpreting data with advanced tools
• Designing controlled experiments

Warranty and Services

5-year limited warranty (excludes consumables)

Specifications

• For Use With (Application): Allows students to explore the basics of electrical generator design, demonstrate Faraday's law, light LEDs and how coils, magnets, and rotation affect electrical generation
• Product Type: simpleGEN AC Generator Kit, Classroom Pack

Safety and Handling

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