Heat/Thermodynamics 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.
Applied Filters
Thermostat
This working model thermostat will demonstrate how differential expansion is used to control temperature. A bimetallic strip is used to open or close an electric circuit when temperature changes. The contacts will carry about three amperes. The unit can be operated with a 6 V lantern battery, low voltage power supply, or a blow dryer. Mounted on a metal base; approximately 15 cm high.
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Changes in State Stem Kit
Two investigative areas covering six STEM activities.
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Pulse Glass
Ideal for demonstrating that vapor pressure increases when temperature increases.
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Thermoelectric Demonstrator
Demonstrate how the Second Law of Thermodynamics can create electricity.
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Liquid Convection Apparatus
Effective Method of Showing Normally Invisible Currents
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Bimetallic Strip Demonstration
Bimetallic strips attached to wooden handle to study thermal energy.
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Magdeburg Hemispheres
Employs Guericke’s Method for Demonstrating the Force of Atmospheric Pressure.
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Atmospheric Pressure Cups
Demonstrate the Force of Air Pressure Without a Vacuum Pump
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United Scientific™ Bimetal Strip/Compound Bar
Simple tool to explore the thermal properties of matter.
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United Scientific™ Advanced Thermostat Kit
Learn how home thermostats and circuit breakers operate.
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Ball and Ring Apparatus
Ball and Ring Apparatus demonstrates thermal expansion.