Inclined Plane Apparatus
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11763
The StemAids Inclined Plane Apparatus is a precision-engineered mechanics workstation designed for the empirical study of force resolution and the coefficient of friction. Optimized for Secondary and University-level physics, this apparatus allows for the quantification of the relationship between gravity, normal force, and frictional resistance. Manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 standards, it provides a stable, adjustable platform for verifying the laws of statics and dynamics within institutional laboratory environments.
Technical Specifications
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Tender Specification |
OEM Technical Detail |
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Plane Construction |
Polished seasoned hardwood or high-impact aluminum (typically 600×100mm) |
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Angular Adjustment |
Integrated protractor or vertical scale (0–90? or 0–45? range) |
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Friction Components |
Friction blocks of varied materials (Wood, Metal, Glass, Rubber) |
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Pulley System |
Low-friction, height-adjustable end-pulley with ball bearings |
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Measurement Interface |
Integrated millimeter scale for distance/height measurements |
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Load Interface |
Pan and slotted weight set (typically 50g increments) with high-tensile cord |
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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 scientific apparatus) |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- Vector Resolution Interface: Facilitates student visualization of the components of gravitational force (mgsinθ and mgcosθ), supporting Statics and Dynamics Module 101.
- Friction Quantification: Enables the physical study of limiting friction, allowing learners to apply the formula μ=tanθ to determine the coefficient of static friction.
- Mechanical Advantage Analysis: Supports the analysis of the inclined plane as a "simple machine," demonstrating how a smaller effort can move a larger load at the expense of distance.
- Work-Energy Evaluation: Allows students to evaluate the conservation of energy by comparing the potential energy at the top of the plane with the kinetic energy (plus work done against friction) at the base.
International Logistics & Compliance
StemAids ensures comprehensive OEM readiness for global institutional procurement:
- Packaging: Export-grade seaworthy crating (ISPM-15 compliant) featuring rigid internal bracing to prevent warping of the plane and to protect the delicate pulley bearings from shock.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and a detailed experiment guide for the study of friction.
- Durability: Tropicalized design featuring anti-oxidation coatings on all metallic parts and moisture-stabilized wood to ensure consistent surface texture in high-humidity climates.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
Procuring the StemAids Inclined Plane Apparatus directly ensures vertical manufacturing control:
- In-House Surface Finishing: Every plane is precision-sanded and verified for absolute flatness to ensure that frictional measurements are not skewed by surface irregularities.
- Batch-Tested for Uniform Reliability: The angular locking mechanism is stress-tested to ensure the plane remains rigid even under high-mass loading.
- Direct Factory Spares Availability: Guaranteed availability of replacement friction blocks, pulleys, and specialized high-low friction surfaces to maximize long-term laboratory ROI.
- Manufacturing Control: Direct oversight of the protractor printing ensures 1° accuracy, providing high-fidelity data for student trigonometric calculations.
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