Education/demonstration model - Wood, Plastic, Steel - 1990-2000 - Wimshurst Machine

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Wimshurst Machine, an electrostatic generator with a crank-operated belt and adjustable spark length, in as new - unused condition, featuring a wooden base and steel and plastic components, dimensions 40.5 cm high, 20 cm wide and 30 cm disc diameter, dating from 1990–2000.

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A classic electrostatic machine capable of generating electrical voltage and electric charges of different signs (positive and negative), which are separately collected in Leyden jars (two distinctive containers). The machine allows for safe electrostatic experiments. It features a crank-operated belt, adjustable spark length, and two high-voltage capacitors (Leyden jars).

The wooden base measures 35 x 20 x 3 cm.
Height: 40.5 cm.
Disc diameter: 30 cm.
The machine is like new, never used.
Long and very visible spark!

A classic electrostatic machine capable of generating electrical voltage and electric charges of different signs (positive and negative), which are separately collected in Leyden jars (two distinctive containers). The machine allows for safe electrostatic experiments. It features a crank-operated belt, adjustable spark length, and two high-voltage capacitors (Leyden jars).

The wooden base measures 35 x 20 x 3 cm.
Height: 40.5 cm.
Disc diameter: 30 cm.
The machine is like new, never used.
Long and very visible spark!

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Wimshurst Machine
Material
Plastic, Steel, Wood
Condition
As new - unused
Height
40.5 cm
Depth
30 cm
Width
20 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
PolandVerified
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Objects sold
79.94%
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