Heat Conductivity Apparatus
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11578
The StemAids Heat Conductivity Apparatus (also known as the Thermal Conductivity Kit) is a specialized laboratory instrument designed for the empirical study of heat transfer in solids. Optimized for Secondary and STEM curricula, it provides a comparative platform to demonstrate how different metallic materials conduct thermal energy at varying rates. Manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 standards this durable apparatus ensures standardized instructional delivery for institutional physics laboratories and thermodynamics modules.
Technical Specifications
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Tender Specification |
OEM Technical Detail |
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Material Array |
Three (3) Core Metal Rods: Copper, Brass, and Iron |
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Additional Components |
One (1) Extra-Long Copper Rod for time-lapse heat transfer |
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Structural Design |
Radial arrangement in a Metal Ring for simultaneous heating |
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Handle Interface |
Ergonomic Insulated Wooden Handle for safe manual manipulation |
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Heat Source Interface |
Compatible with standard Spirit Lamps or Bunsen Burners |
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Demonstration Media |
Includes Wax for visual indication of heat travel |
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ISO Compliance Code |
Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems |
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HS Code |
9023.00.00 (Educational/Demonstrational Physics Apparatus) |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- Comparative Conductivity Interface -> Facilitates student visualization of thermal energy travel as wax melts at different rates across copper, brass, and iron rods, supporting Thermodynamics Module 101 (Understanding).
- Material Property Modeling -> Enables the physical study of how atomic structure and free electrons in metals influence the rate of heat conduction (Applying).
- Time-Lapse Transfer Analysis -> Supports the Analysis of heat propagation speed using the extra-long copper rod, demonstrating that transfer is a time-dependent process rather than instantaneous.
- Thermal Differential Evaluation -> Allows students to Evaluate the efficiency of materials for industrial applications such as heat sinks or insulation based on observed conduction ranks (Evaluating).
International Logistics & Compliance
- Packaging: Export-grade ISPM-15 compliant protective packaging with internal stabilization to prevent rod deformation or misalignment.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and English Technical User Guides.
- Durability: High-temperature resistant metal alloys and UV-stabilized wooden handle for extended institutional lifecycles.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
- Vertical Integration: Total control over metal purity and rod dimensions ensures consistent and accurate conductivity comparisons across bulk institutional rollouts.
- Reliability Protocols: Batch-tested for structural integrity of the metal ring and heat resistance of the insulated handle.
- Institutional Support: Guaranteed direct factory availability for replacement rods and spirit lamp components ensures maximized asset lifecycle and superior long-term ROI.
