Vernier KidWind simpleGEN Easy-to-build AC Generator Kit

Allows students to explore the basics of electrical generator design.

Includes: Wind Turbine Hub, Alligator clip cord pair, Digital multimeter, Sandpaper 1/8 sheet, Magnet holder, Ceramic magnet, 8 in. hex shaft with hub quick connect, 4 in. hex shaft, Simple hand generator housing set, Dowels, Red superbright LED, Bi-polar LED bulb and 28 gauge magnet wire with spool

Catalog Number	Mfr. No.	Product Type
S04825ND	Vernier KWSGENC	simpleGEN AC Generator Kit, Classroom Pack
S04824ND	Vernier KWSGEN	simpleGEN AC Generator Kit

Description

• To demonstrate Faraday's law, light LEDs
• To perform experiments on how coils, magnets, and rotation affect electrical generation
• Can be converted to simple motor by simple modifications
• Also available in classroom pack which includes materials to build 10 generators and to convert two generators to wind turbines
• Recommended for College, High School, and Middle School Science

Activities Performed:

• Generate electricity
• AC power output and measures output voltage
• Compare different designs (coils, magnets, spinning)

Concepts:

• Understanding clean energy
• Exploring energy transformations, relationship between energy and forces
• Collecting, analyzing and interpreting data with advanced tools
• Designing controlled experiments

Warranty and Services

5-year limited warranty (excludes consumables)

Specifications

• For Use With (Application): Allows students to explore the basics of electrical generator design, demonstrate Faraday's law, light LEDs and how coils, magnets, and rotation affect electrical generation