Little hands can squash with ease when they use the Simple Machines – Screw.
A screw is one of the most commonly used mechanical devices in the world. It is a one of the six most commonly used simple machines. It converts rotational motion into linear motion and turns a small rotational force into a large driving force.
This wooden machine is an easy to comprehend example demonstrating the physics principle, and is made with a sturdy wood and metal construction, ideal for classroom use.
The large block mounted square around the head of the screw gives smaller hands additional leverage so they can more easily turn it. Additionally, the square handle also makes it easier to measure the distance the top of the machine has rotated vs the distance the screw has travelled through the board.
This Simple Machines device includes an instruction manual to facilitate the student and teacher use of the screw apparatus
Size: 20 x 10 x 11cm. Top of screw is 4.75cm square.
Each product is carefully designed by a team of laboratory professionals and experienced engineers with quality and durability in mind. They are manufactured with only the highest grade, raw materials and according to international quality standards to ensure that they can withstand use in even the toughest laboratory environments.
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