Classroom-Ready Magnetic Tools & Electromagnetic Equipment

Classroom-Ready Magnetic Tools & Electromagnetic Equipment

🚀 Spark Curiosity with Wiltronics Magnetism Tools

Using real, strong magnets and electromagnetic devices is a powerful way to unlock student curiosity. Whether you’re mapping field lines, testing magnetic relationships, or building basic electromagnets, the tools listed will help make lessons memorable and hands-on.

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Here are six magnetic items from Wiltronics you can use in lessons to demonstrate magnetism, magnetic fields, and electromagnet-based devices:

• Horseshoe Magnet with Keeper

•  A classic magnet shape, supplied with a keeper to preserve its field. Available in 50mm, 75mm, and 100mm sizes.

• Rare Earth Ring Magnets

• High strength ring magnets (NdFeB) with countersunk holes, useful for mounting or constructing experiments

• Rare Earth Disc Magnets

•  Compact disc-shaped magnets with strong pull; good for field experiments and demonstrations.

• Rare Earth (NdFeB) Bar Magnets 50×20×5mm

• Long bar magnets; versions with or without mounting holes. Excellent for showing linear field lines and magnet arrangements.

• IEC Electromagnet ‘U’ Core & Armature 12 VDC

• An electromagnet with coils and armature; shows how current makes magnetism and how magnetic force changes with current.

• IEC Air Cored Solenoid – 700 Turns of Copper Wire

• A long solenoid of many turns, suitable for experiments with magnetic fields inside coils, induction and relating field strength to number of turns or current. Wiltronics

🎓 Linking to the Australian Curriculum

These items support science learning in multiple year levels under Australian Curriculum Version 9.0, including:

• Year 7 – AC9S7U04: Forces, interactions, magnetism basics.

• Year 9 – AC9S9U03: Electric currents and how they produce magnetic fields; experiments with electromagnets.

• Year 10 – AC9S10U02: Applications of electromagnetism (motors, generators), relationships between current, magnetic field strength, and design of magnetic apparatus.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Which magnetic item is best for introducing magnetic poles and fields?
The Horseshoe Magnet with Keeper is great for showing north/south poles and field concentration. The Bar Magnet and Disc Magnets let students map field lines using compasses or iron filings.

Q2: How do I demonstrate electromagnetism?
Use the IEC Electromagnet ‘U’ Core & Armature or the IEC Air Cored Solenoid with a power source and vary the current; students can observe the strength changing. Show core vs air-core differences.

Q3: Are rare earth magnets safe for school use?
Yes, when handled with care. They are very strong, so supervise experiments, avoid pinching fingers, keep magnets away from electronic devices. Use cases or holders when required.

Q4: Can schools buy these tools in bulk for multiple classes?
Wiltronics offers educational and bulk pricing for schools, and many of these items are stocked for educational use. Contact their sales or education support team for bulk orders.

Q5: Do these come with teacher/experiment instructions or lesson plans?
Some come with guidance or suggestions for classroom use or experiment setups. Wiltronics’ science & physics equipment pages often include teacher resources or you can request support.

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