Rheostat 6 Inches
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11803
Quick Answer: The Rheostat 6 Inches is a short sliding rheostat for individual student workstations, with a 6-inch (150 mm) vitrified ceramic tube wound with constantan (Eureka) wire, a phosphor-bronze brush and three 4 mm safety-shrouded sockets.
Last updated: 18 October 2026
Key Features
- 6-inch (150 mm) tube for individual student workstations.
- Oxidised constantan (Eureka) resistance wire on ceramic.
- Low-friction phosphor-bronze brush with insulated handle.
- Three 4 mm safety-shrouded sockets.
- Pre-drilled end pillars for bench mounting if needed.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Tube length | 6 in (150 mm) nominal |
| Resistance wire | Oxidised constantan (Eureka) |
| Core | High-insulation vitrified ceramic tube |
| Slider | Phosphor-bronze brush, insulated handle |
| Terminals | Three 4 mm safety-shrouded sockets |
| Mounting | Metal end frames, non-slip feet, pre-drilled pillars |
How It Is Used
Students use it at their own bench to vary the current in simple circuits or, with all three sockets, as a potential divider. It can stand on its non-slip feet or be screwed down through the pre-drilled end pillars for a permanent set-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Rheostat 6 Inches be fixed to a bench?
Yes. The end pillars are pre-drilled for permanent bench mounting, though it also stands on non-slip feet.
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See the full physics lab equipment range, or these related rheostats:
- Rheostat 8 Inches
- Rheostat 10 Inches
- Rheostat 12 Inches
- Sliding Rheostat Dual Tube
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Buyers in Libya, Uzbekistan, Peru, Zimbabwe and Bulgaria can order the Rheostat 6 Inches from JLab India as an export order.
For a quotation on the Rheostat 6 Inches, contact JLab India on +91-8569909696.
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