Philip Harris Van de Graaff Generator (Hand Driven)

Philip Harris Van de Graaff Generator (Hand Driven)

A412457

Product code: A412457

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This hand powered Van de Graaff Generator includes a 200mm diameter metal sphere and a 100mm discharging sphere.

The discharge sphere is supported on a pivoted arm with a handle and is attached to the top of the driving-wheel pillar.

For connecting accessories, a 4mm socket is provided at the top of the large sphere, and a 4mm earth socket is drilled in the handwheel pillar base.

Sparks in excess of 50mm in length are easily obtained at a slow rate of turning (200 rev/min) and the apparatus is tolerant of moisture and dust.

  • Diameter of Dome: 200mm
  • Diameter of Discharge Sphere: 100mm
  • Overall Dimensions: 350mm x 190mm x 480mm
  • Voltage Developed: 150kV with a short circuit current of about 3 μA (depending upon atmospheric conditions)
  • Supplied complete with instructions.

A Van de Graaff Accessory Kit is available to purchase separately (B8H26746).

Spares available:

  • Spare Drive Belts: B8R08203 - Pack of 10
  • Key Stage 3 to A-Level Physics: Static Electricity, Charge Conservation and Transfer, Triboelectric Effect (Charging by Friction), Ionisation
  • Static Generators should only be operated by trained school personnel.
  • The Generators should not be used by individuals who have a pacemaker or cochlear implant fitted.
  • Van de Graaff Generators should not be operated in close proximity to electronic devices such as computers, mobile devices or electronic whiteboards.
  • Static electricity is affected by the weather.  Operating Van de Graaff Generators in damp weather conditions can reduce their effectiveness.

Further Information

Brand
Philip Harris
Discharge Sphere Diameter
100mm
Dome Diameter
200mm
Generator Type
Hand-Driven
Overall Dimensions
350mm x 190mm x 480mm
Product Type
Van de Graaff Generator
Voltage Developed
150kV with a short circuit current of about 3 µA (depending upon atmospheric conditions)
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This hand powered Van de Graaff Generator includes a 200mm diameter metal sphere and a 100mm discharging sphere.

The discharge sphere is supported on a pivoted arm with a handle and is attached to the top of the driving-wheel pillar.

For connecting accessories, a 4mm socket is provided at the top of the large sphere, and a 4mm earth socket is drilled in the handwheel pillar base.

Sparks in excess of 50mm in length are easily obtained at a slow rate of turning (200 rev/min) and the apparatus is tolerant of moisture and dust.

  • Diameter of Dome: 200mm
  • Diameter of Discharge Sphere: 100mm
  • Overall Dimensions: 350mm x 190mm x 480mm
  • Voltage Developed: 150kV with a short circuit current of about 3 μA (depending upon atmospheric conditions)
  • Supplied complete with instructions.

A Van de Graaff Accessory Kit is available to purchase separately (B8H26746).

Spares available:

  • Spare Drive Belts: B8R08203 - Pack of 10
  • Key Stage 3 to A-Level Physics: Static Electricity, Charge Conservation and Transfer, Triboelectric Effect (Charging by Friction), Ionisation
  • Static Generators should only be operated by trained school personnel.
  • The Generators should not be used by individuals who have a pacemaker or cochlear implant fitted.
  • Van de Graaff Generators should not be operated in close proximity to electronic devices such as computers, mobile devices or electronic whiteboards.
  • Static electricity is affected by the weather.  Operating Van de Graaff Generators in damp weather conditions can reduce their effectiveness.

Further Information

Brand
Philip Harris
Discharge Sphere Diameter
100mm
Dome Diameter
200mm
Generator Type
Hand-Driven
Overall Dimensions
350mm x 190mm x 480mm
Product Type
Van de Graaff Generator
Voltage Developed
150kV with a short circuit current of about 3 µA (depending upon atmospheric conditions)

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