Quick Answer:The Abacus Model Mini is a compact desktop abacus for individual pupils, with colour-coded counters that slide on rods fixed to a wooden base with metal guide rails, for number recognition and early arithmetic.
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Key Features
Compact size for an individual student's desk.
Injection-moulded, colour-coded counters.
Wooden base with reinforced metal guide rails.
Low-friction sliding action for positioning counters.
Student-safe, non-toxic surface finish.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Base
Wooden, with reinforced metal guide rails
Counters
Injection-moulded, colour-coded
Rods
Vertical or horizontal
Finish
Non-toxic surface treatment
Size
Compact desktop
How It Is Used
Each pupil slides counters along the rods to show numbers, count, and work through simple addition and subtraction. Regular use supports number recognition and mental calculation strategies.