Electricity/Magnetism Learning Activities
Avantor offers a complete catalogue of instruments and tools useful for demonstrating key, basic concepts of physics that are applicable to everyday life both in and out of the laboratory. Demonstrate core ideas such as acceleration down a plane, friction, potential and kinetic energy, electrical conductivity, magnetic fields, wavelengths and velocity of sound, and more. Durable educational materials are designed for heavy use with consistent levels of handling, and all models are easy to use.
Applied Filters
Eisco® Hand-Cranked Van de Graaff Generator, 7.9" Dome
Demonstrate the conversion of mechanical energy into electrical energy by generating a static charge.
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Eisco® Van de Graaff Generator Hand Crank, 9.8" Dome
Ideal electrostatic tool for generating voltages.
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American Scientific Magnetic Iron Filings Chips
Pieces of reusable zinc-plated iron wire for magnetic field experiments.
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Squishy Circuits, Lite Kit
Uses conductive play dough and insulating play dough to teach electrical circuits basics in a fun, hands-on way.
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Aluminum Coated Pith-Like Balls
A thin aluminum coating produces great sensitivity to electrostatic charges. Styrofoam pith-like balls measure 8 mm in diameter and each has a silk suspension cord.

