Premium Wimshurst Generator, 15" - Up to 75,000 Volts

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SKU: 225872
  • The Wimshurst machine converts mechanical energy into electrostatic potential energy using a pulley system and rotating parallel plate capacitors
  • Capture your student's imagination instantly - recreate lightning! The Wimshurst Machine is perfect for creating visually stunning electrical sparks and discharges, making it an ideal tool for science classrooms, museums, and fairs
  • Generates Up To 75,000 Volts. With straightforward maintenance tasks, the Wimshurst electrostatic generator requires minimal skills or tools to operate, making it an excellent choice for schools and science centers with limited resources
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Premium Wimshurst Generator, 15" - Up to 75,000 Volts

The Electrostatic Wimhurst Generator consists of two 12" dia. circular plastic plates, which are rotated in opposite directions by a drive belt mechanism. The machine includes two Leyden jar condensers from Corning glass and aluminum foil. The assembled unit is mounted on a sturdy ABC base. It stands 15" tall and generates up to 75,000 volts! Voltage and Current output are dependent on the humidity the machine is working in, as well as how fast one cranks. At maximum output, the voltage can range up to 400,000 volts, but the current is usually 10 microamps or less.

Cemented onto each disc are several metal foil sectors, which both generate and carry small charges of electricity to be stored in the capacitor. Each sector accumulates the charges derived by influence with the other sectors. Diagonal neutralizing brushes on the front and back distribute the correct charges to the sectors in which they revolve. Two additional pairs of brushes collect the accumulated charges and transmit them to the storage capacitor. The brushes are also connected to spark gap electrodes.

As the plastic discs revolve, a high-voltage spark will jump between the electrodes as they are gradually brought together. Static electricity is stored in the Leyden Jar condenser until discharged. Two swinging arm dischargers with insulated handles are built-in and the unit is mounted on a wooden base. Instructions included.

Recreate lightning in your own home or classroom - capture your family or student's imagination instantly!

Dimensions
Height: 15.75
Length: 9.5
Weight: 11.6

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