Heat/Thermodynamics 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.
Thermostat
This working model thermostat will demonstrate how differential expansion is used to control temperature. A bimetallic strip is used to open or close an electric circuit when temperature changes. The contacts will carry about three amperes. The unit can be operated with a 6 V lantern battery, low voltage power supply, or a blow dryer. Mounted on a metal base; approximately 15 cm high.
Hyman Fire Piston Set
A set to demonstrate the rise in temperature when a fixed mass of gas is compressed.
Eisco® Student Coin and Feather Tube
The Student Coin and Feather Tube shows the two items in a vacuum, falling at the same rate.
Conductivity Bars
This new conductivity bar set features sensitive liquid crystal temperature indicators, which are attached to the front of each of four metal bars.
Energy Transformation Kit
Appropriate for grades 6 to 12 Brings the First Law of Thermodynamics to life! This pair of precision-machined, chrome-plated steel balls is actually a hands-on demonstration in energy transformation. By striking the balls together, you will create enough heat at the point of contact to burn a hole in a sheet of paper.
Precision Linear Expansion Apparatus
The Precision Linear Expansion Apparatus produces accurate determinations of the coefficient of expansion.