FORCE ON A CURRENT-CARRYING CONDUCTOR IN MAGNETIC FIELD (Laplace Rail Demonstration) - SA736
This innovative apparatus is designed to demonstrate the force exerted on a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic field. It features a pair of metal rails equipped with 4 mm plugs at their ends for easy connection to a power supply. A lightweight, conducting brass axle with discs at both ends rests on the rails, creating an electrical connection between them. The setup is exposed to a vertical magnetic field generated by two bar magnets. When current flows through the system, the axle experiences a force—either outward or inward—depending on the magnetic field’s direction, causing it to roll along the rails. This fascinating phenomenon, known as the motor effect, effectively illustrates fundamental electromagnetic principles.
- A great example to study Fleming’s Left hand Rule.
- Demonstration of force on a conductor in a magnetic Field.
- Tabletop demonstration of rail-gun.
- Demonstration of Laplace Rail
Exp-1 Effect of Conductor Length on Force.
Exp-2 Measurement of Force with Different Currents.
Exp-3 Demonstrating Electromagnetic Induction.
Exp-4 Demonstration of Electromagnetic Induction.
- Motor Effect
- Electromagnetic Force
- Magnetic Fields and Currents
- Lorentz Force
- Current-Carrying Conductor
- Magnetic Field Interaction
- Electromagnetic Induction
Code | Description | Qty. |
C15085 | Pair of Laplace Rail | 1 |
C15086 | Axle With Wheel | 1 |
C15087 | Platform for Rail | 1 |
C15149 | Yoke U-Section | 1 |
R4522 | Ferrite Magnet | 2 |
SE1077A | Inspire Electromagnetic Power Supply 2V, AC/DC, 10A | 1 |
CA495 | Main Power Cord with UK plug | 1 |