Van de Graaff Generator Electrical
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11612
Quick Answer: The Van de Graaff Generator Electrical is a motor-driven electrostatic generator with a 220–240V AC variable-speed motor, a seamless aluminium dome on a transparent acrylic column and a discharge sphere on an insulated wand, rated up to 400,000 volts.
Last updated: 18 October 2026
Key Features
- Built-in 220–240V AC motor with variable speed control.
- Polished, seamless aluminium dome.
- Transparent acrylic insulating column.
- Ozone-resistant synthetic rubber/silicone charge belt.
- Adjustable discharge sphere on an insulated wand with earth terminal.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Drive | 220–240V AC motor, variable speed control |
| Maximum potential | Up to 400,000 V (under optimal conditions) |
| Dome | Polished, seamless aluminium |
| Insulating column | Transparent acrylic tube |
| Belt | Synthetic rubber/silicone, ozone resistant |
| Discharge | Adjustable sphere on insulated wand, earth terminal |
How It Is Used
With the motor running, the belt carries charge up the acrylic column to the dome, which builds up a high potential. Bringing the earthed discharge sphere near the dome draws sparks, and the generator is used for experiments on electric fields, ionisation of air and discharge through gases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What voltage can the Van de Graaff Generator Electrical reach?
Up to 400,000 volts under optimal conditions. The belt is driven by a 220–240V AC motor with variable speed control.
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