Maxwell Wheel Model
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11634
The JLab India Maxwell Wheel Model is a precision-engineered laboratory apparatus designed for the empirical study of rotational dynamics and the conservation of mechanical energy. Optimized for Secondary and University-level physics, this unit facilitates the quantification of the exchange between gravitational potential energy (mgh) and rotational kinetic energy (21Iω2). It provides a high-stability platform for verifying the principles of classical mechanics and the determination of moments of inertia.
Technical Specifications
| Tender Specification | OEM Technical Detail |
| Wheel material | High-density machined metal alloy or brass |
| Suspension system | Dual high-tensile cords with reinforced mounting points |
| Support frame | Ruggedized metallic or high-impact polymer vertical assembly |
| Functional principle | Conservation of mechanical energy and rotational inertia |
| Dimensions | 150mm (Wheel Diameter) x 400mm (Support Height) |
Certification | ISO certificates available on request |
| HS code | 9023.00.00 (Educational/demonstrational scientific apparatus) |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- high-mass fly-wheel assembly: facilitates student visualization of rotational inertia and the resistance to angular acceleration, supporting Mechanics Module 201.
- dual-cord suspension interface: enables the physical study of energy conversion, allowing learners to apply the principles of potential and kinetic energy exchange.
- vertical travel cycle: supports the analysis of energy loss due to friction and the "rebound" effect of angular momentum.
- calibrated axle radius: allows students to evaluate the relationship between linear acceleration and rotational velocity during the descent phase.
International Logistics & Compliance
JLab India ensures comprehensive OEM readiness for global institutional procurement:
- packaging: export-grade seaworthy crating (ISPM-15 compliant) with internal stabilization to protect the precision-machined axle and wheel alignment.
- documentation: includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and Technical User Manuals in English.
- durability: tropicalized design featuring anti-corrosion surface treatments for reliable performance in varied laboratory environments.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
Procuring the JLab India Maxwell Wheel Model directly ensures vertical manufacturing control and verified technical performance:
- in-house precision calibration: wheels are dynamically balanced to minimize lateral oscillation and ensure a perfectly vertical travel path.
- batch-tested for uniform reliability: every unit undergoes a structural alignment check to ensure the suspension cords provide symmetrical tension.
- direct factory spares availability: guaranteed availability of replacement high-tensile cords and mounting hardware to maximize long-term laboratory ROI.
- manufacturing control: direct oversight of metallurgical density ensures consistent moments of inertia across all production lots.
