Mechanics 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.
High Speed Gearbox
The High Speed Gear Box, High Efficiency, is perfect for high speed applications
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Worm Gearbox
With the Worm Gear Box, High Efficiency, it is possible to have high power or high speed with two different gear ratios
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Hooke's Law Spring Set
Students can gain an understanding of Hooke’s Law and of the significance of the spring constant with this versatile set.
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Gravitational Balance
Simple, But Amazingly Sensitive - Measure One of the Universe's Fundamental Constants!
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Demonstration Rod-Mounted Pulley
This large aluminum pulley is a great alternative for Atwood’s Machine experiments.
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Economy Tandem Pulleys
Tandem pulleys give students a clear picture of mechanical advantage and velocity ratio in a pulley system.
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Center of Mass Apparatus
Illustrates How Two Bodies Rotate Freely About their Common Center of Mass
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Electric Gyrospinner
Spins Your Gyroscope to High Speeds Quickly and Reliably.
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Computerized Cavendish Balance
New Technology Removes Frustrations of Traditional Experiment
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General Use Hydrometers
Our general use hydrometers are made of smooth glass for easy cleaning and have sealed-in paper scales and metal ballast.

