Linear Expansion Apparatus
Code: PHMC0239
Consisting of a metal rod, 500mm in length and 4.5mm diameter, enclosed in a well lagged, nickle plated brass tube with three tubules for steam, inlet, outlet and thermometer. The metal rod to be studied is supported in the steam jacket by detachable conical cups situated at each end of the tube. The apparatus is carried on a heavy gauge channel base, at one end of which is an adjusting screw. At the opposite end is a micrometer screw reading to 0.01mm for measuring the expansion. Supplied complete with copper, brass & iron rods but without thermometer.
Fly-Wheel Unit
Code: PHMC0248
For use with a large motor/generator and a lamp unit to demonstrate the conversion of electrical energy to kinetic energy and then back again. Comprising an iron flywheel, mounted in cast brackets with bearings. The shaft has an aluminium 'V' pulley for driving with the spring belt supplied.
Spring Unit Of Mechanical Model
Code: PHMC0251
For showing potential energy in a wound-up spring and its conversion to electrical energy by driving a dynamo and lighting a lamp. May also be used to wind up a weight on a cord showing the change from potential energy to kinetic and back to potential in the raised weight. The steel shaft carries a clock spring with a free wheel device and winding ratchet, also an aluminium 'V' pulley 56 mm. diameter. One end of the shaft overhangs the base for use as line shaft when winding up a weight. Dimensions 220 x 100 x 100 mm. high. Supplied complete with driving belt.
Lamp Unit, Triple
Code: PHMC0254
For use with motor/generator to give an indication of their output when used as dynamos. The lamp-holders are connected in parallel. Supplied with three lamps 3.5 V 0.25 A, M.E.S.
Turbine/Pump Unit
Code: PHMC0257
For use as a water turbine to drive a generator producing electricity or for use as a pump driven by a motor and raising a head of water to produce potential energy. The rotor has eight 'bucket' blades and is housed in a block turbine chamber with a clear Perspex front. Two inlet tubules (for turbine and pump operation respectively) and one outlet tubule are provided, and the shaft carries a 15 mm. diameter pulley. With driving belt.
Line Shaft Unit
Code: PHMC0260
For showing the conversion from electrical energy via mechanical, to potential energy by winding up a weight on a cord. One end of the 6mm. steel shaft carries an aluminium 'V' pulley 56 mm. diameter, and the other end is fitted with a cord anchoring collar. Supplied complete with driving belt.
Gas Turbine/Turbojet Engine
Code: PHMC0263
The cut section is constructed model is of light and strong metal showing air intake, axial flow, double stage compressor, fuel supply, combustion chamber, turbine rotor, jet thrust, exhaust etc. Complete on base.
Steam Engine Model
Code: PHMC0266
Operation of a commercial steam engine is well illustrated with this working model. The extra large size unit is provided with a horizontal boiler with a whistle, safety valve, steam gauge, on metal base. Operates on 220V A.C. 50 Hz.
Steam Engine Model With Boiler
Code: PHMC0269
Operation of a commercial steam engine is well illustrated with this working model. The extra large size unit is provided with a horizontal boiler with a whistle, safety valve, steam gauge, on metal base. Operates on 220V A.C. 50 Hz.
Two Stroke Diesel Engine Model
Code: PHMC0272
A model of two-stroke diesel engine made in aluminium alloy and gun metal. Ignition is shown by means of a miniature bulb. Fuel supply is also sectioned. With hand crank, provided for manual operation. Mounted on base.
Four Stroke Petrol Engine Model
Code: PHMC0275
Represents internal structure and operating principles of an air cooled two-stroke engine. All parts in aluminium alloy. Ignition is shown by means of a miniature bulb. Carburetter and fuel supply also sectioned. Mounted on base, with printed diagram showing working. Two-Stroke Petrol Engine Four-Stroke Petrol Engine are also available.
Two Stroke Petrol Engine Model
Code: PHMC0278
Represents internal structure and operating principles of an air-cooled two-stroke engine. All parts in aluminium alloy. Ignition is shown by means of a miniature bulb. Carburetter and fuel supply also sectioned. Mounted on metal base.
Demonstration Electric Motor
Code: PHMC0281
A model of the simplest form of D.C. electric motor, having 2-pole armature wound with enamelled copper wire, and a permanent magnetic field provided by a removable bar magnet. A disc-type commutator is incorporated and external connection to the phosphor-bronze bushes is by means of a pair of 4 mm. sockets. The motor will operates on 6-8 Volts D.C.
Demonstration Dynamo
Code: PHMC0284
This model uses the same basic assembly as the motor, but is mounted on a baseplate 230 x 90 mm. approx. which also carries a hand-drive pulley 120mm. diameter coupled to the smaller dynamo pulley by a rubber belt to give a step-up ration. Electrical output is via a pair of 4mm. sockets. The model may also be used as a motor on a 6-8 V D.C. supply.
Millikan's Oil Drop Apparatus
Code: PHMC0287
Determination of charge on a electron by measuring a known distance on the basis of number of times of fall under gravity, and of rise in uniform vertical electrostatic field in a series of charged oil drops.
Apparatus To Show On Conductor In A Magnetic Field
Code: PHMC0290
Comprising a strong U-shaped magnet and a pair of brass rails with 4 mm socket terminals. A brass axle with plastic discs is free to roll along the rails and completes the electrical contact between them. When the axle is placed on the rails between the poles of the magnets, and power supply unit is connected, the axle is repelled and rolls along the rails away from the center of magnetic field. Dimensions 175x60x58 mm. high.
Mechanical Training Model
Code: PHMC0293
Highly useful for demonstrating the most fundamental and frequently used mechanism. Very useful for engineering students. All the components are made of high degree of precision. These modules are assembled on transparent perspex sheets to facilitate teaching. Easy to assemble or disassemble.
Spur Gear & Spiral Gear
Code: PHMC0296