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.
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Torsion of Metal Rods Apparatus
Torsion of Metal Rods Apparatus shows students the affect of a torque on a metal rod.
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Pendulums on Stand
Show the difference between three pendulums with different lengths.
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Whirling Table
Use hands on power to investigate rotational dynamics.
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The SpillNot™ Centripetal Force Demonstrator
Vividly demonstrate centripetal forces with this exciting apparatus.
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Visual Scientifics Accessories
Essential accessories for the Visual Scientifics laboratory system.
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Estes Wizard Model Rockets
Intermediate-level rocket with laser-cut balsa fins and streamer recovery system.
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Estes Preassembled Rocketry Parachutes
Lightweight, tear-resistant parachutes in a variety of sizes.
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Visual Scientifics Classroom Starter Set
This Starter Set is an effective and economical addition to any physics or physical science classroom.
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Pulleys
These free-running plastic pulleys are durable in design.
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Inclined Plane Set
Present a Wide Variety of Standard Force and Motion Activities.
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Air Track with Built-in Air Supply
This air track provides a frictionless surface that is indispensable for studying the mechanics of linear motion.
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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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Visual Scientifics Backboard
This backboard mounts directly to the Visual Scientifics base, enhancing video analysis.
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Acceleration Trolley
Show your students how the rate of acceleration of an object depends on the angle of incline with this great hands-on activity.