PO Box 716, Amherst, NH 03031-0716
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PO Box 716, Amherst, NH 03031-0716 |
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| Anti-Gravity |
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Special note from our technical staff:
You often see the words "anti-gravity" used in the descriptive title of many research papers and related projects involving levitation of objects using ion wind propulsion, magnetics, electrostatics and other forms of unorthodox propulsion means. When you imply "anti-gravity" you imply taking the square root of a negative number. Even though this is done using the letter "i" as an operator, it cannot exist in the real world of physics as we know it today. An implication of negative mass or distances less than zero cannot exist in the event time frames of the real world. |
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Fascinating project demonstrates a phenomena of direct electrical reactions that produce a thrust generating
the effect of "anti gravity". You build a model space ship from simple
materials and cause it to levitate without any visible means (you must provide the materials for this craft; stainless steel works best as an emitter wire, such as our WIRE2MIL10 or WIRE2MIL25 sold below, depending on the size of the craft you're building). Project includes a laboratory variable 10 to 30KV driver generating over 1ma at 20kv. The power input for this driver must be 12V and at least 3A, such as our BAT12 rechargeable battery for field use, or our 12DC/7 power converter for 115V wall outlet operation. CD-ROM contains valuable information showing assembly and flying hints of many sized
and shaped craft that require simple construction and use readily-available low-cost materials.
Project Requirements:
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GRA8 - Plans w/CD-ROM (By Download, no CD - $7.00) .....................$20.00
GRA8K - Kit/Plans/CD-ROM of Variable Supply with Voltmeter .........$159.95
GRA80 - Assembled above with CD-ROM .............................................$189.95
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Low Cost Lifter for Science ProjectsYou build a simple 6" X 6" craft from household materials that hovers from 12" to 24". Easy to assemble and operate. Same as the GRA80 Lifter but less fancy (lacks enclosure and meter).
GRA1 - Plans for Low Cost Module ........................................................$10.00
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A power source for your lifter driver: regulated 13.8 VDC 7 AMP converter allowing 115 VAC operation from a wall outlet.
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Ion Emitter Wire
You'll need emitter wire for your lifter, and our 2 mil stainless steel wire is the best that we've found to reduce lossy corona and provide maximum thrust and lift. Very strong for its diameter.
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Rechargeable Gel-Cell BatteryA portable power source for your lifter driver, these batteries provide 12V at 5 or 7AH. For science projects where 115VAC wall outlets are unavailable.
BAT12/5 - 12V/5AH, 3.5 x 2.75 x 4" ......$24.95
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Attention: Lifter and Anti Gravity Researchers Experimenting with Larger Crafts up to 4 feetHVOLT50, low cost 50KV 5ma power supply, click here for details. |
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Remember those Martian space ships from H.G. Wells' "War of the Worlds".........?
Uses simple concept. Objects float in air and move to the touch. Defies gravity, amazing gift, conversation piece, magic trick or great science project.
ANT1P
- Plans .......................................................................................$5.00
ANT1K
- Easy to Assemble Kit/Plans (By Download - $3.00) ...$27.95
LEV1 - Plans.................................................$10.00
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Low Voltage 60Hz Transformers
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12Volt/.1Amp output with 115VAC input intended for low power circuits. Great for science projects. 1 ½ x 1 ¼" x 1 ¼" metal case with leads and available in 115 or 220 VAC input. Unused and originally boxed items. Purchase includes a 2-wire 6-foot polarized power cord. One order consists of 5 pieces.
12DC115
- 5 Transformers With Power Cords..............$10.00
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Ferrite "E" Cores and Bobbin Transformer Kits
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Easy to wind bobbin for many electronic projects. Easy to use providing a wide range of voltages and currents. An example circuit schematic is included.
3 x 2-1/4" x 5/8", 3C80 material good for up to 1 mHz, u=2000, 500 watts
2 x 2-1/4" x 1/2", 3C80 material good for up to 1 mHz, u=2000, 300 watts
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Green Laser Beam Science ProjectA real easy to construct green laser capable of many applications and optical experiments. This laser, unlike the red devices produces a visible ray rather than just a dot at the impact point. Green laser light is much brighter to the human eye due to its peak response being in the green region. Output power is still at the relatively safe CLASS IIIA value, as are the currently available red lasers, but now is almost 15 times more visible. Kit contains all electrical and optical parts to make along range collimator allowing ranges in excess of miles. |
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Red Laser Beam Science ProjectA real easy to build laser for the beginner. Capable of many experiments from laser window bounce to basic optical experiments. Battery operated and fully CLASSIIIA compliant. Kit includes 3mw 650nm module, two lenses for colliminator, switch, battery holder, and hook up wire. |
LPROJ1 - Red Laser Beam Science Project Plans (CLASS IIIA) (By Download - $2.00) ........$5.00
LPROJ1K - 3mw Red Laser Beam Science Project (CLASS IIIA) ...............................................$39.95
LM650P3 - 3mw@650nm Module Only (CLASS 3A) .....................................................................$24.95
LM650P5 - 5mw@650nm Module Only (CLASS 3A) .....................................................................$29.95
LM630P - 3mw@630nm Module Only (CLASS 3A) .......................................................................$39.95
Remarkable concept where you listen to sounds picked up from a reflecting surface illuminated by a laser. These light reflections, or scatter, are reproduced back to the original sound by our special optical receiver.
Assembled laser and receiver modules may be placed on video tripods and temporarily aligned for limited performance demonstration systems. They may also be enclosed as shown in the instructions for use as a field worthy device with a potential range of up to 500 feet. May be used as a long range laser voice communicator with a range usable to 10 miles line of sight. Low cost audio surveillance science project or useful device for listening to power line faults, over pressured pipes, etc.
Plans show 3 systems ranging from a low cost science project to a long range infra red surveillance system. Includes LVC1 long range optical voice communication system.
| LWB9 - Plans and Data for Complete System (By Download - $12.00) ............$25.00 |
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Up to 100'
Science Project Demonstration System You setup on individual video tripods. LWB6K - Includes LM650P3Laser Diode Module and LLR3K Optical Receiver Kit for 100' Demo/Science Project ...............$129.95
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LLR3K - Kit/Plans..................................$69.95
LLR30 - Ready To Use.........................$99.95
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Two way optical communicators provide crystal clear performance when properly aligned. Can achieve ranges over 1000 feet! Excellent winning science project. All parts readily available (kit includes circuitboards and optics, but other components must be provided by you).
LBT3K
- Kit with Plans, PC Boards, and Optics ...........$39.95
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Board level circuit is used with our diode lasers to produce a test tone, simplifying window bounce systems. Also modulates lasers for voice communication projects. Operates on a 9 to 12 volt battery with sensitive FET mike and level control.
MODUL1 - Plans ............................................$6.00
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| Fiber Optics Science Project Kits |
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Experimenters Kit
INCLUDES OUR SSL3 IR LASER PLANS FREE!
1 meter data link with matched LED, photo transistor and all electronics to build a complete optical link. Includes fiber and data sheets. FBK2 - Includes FREE plans ...................$24.95 |
Project Kit
INCLUDES OUR SSL3 IR LASER PLANS FREE!!
All parts required to complete 8 fiber optics experiments and 5 projects. An ideal start for gaining a theoretical and hands on experience in the field of fiber optics. Includes our "Fiber Optics Experiments & Projects Handbook". FBK3 - Includes FREE plans ...................$59.95 |
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Assorted Glass Lenses25 lenses including ACHROMATS, double convex positive, concave negative lens, WWII infra-red bomb site lens, miniscus, eye pieces, etc. These lenses, if purchased at todays prices, would cost well over $500.00! All pieces individually available in quantities.LENS25 - Assorted Lenses ...............$49.95 |
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Winning Action Science Project
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Battery-powered rocket launcher is a complete system that allows you to launch a rocket over 50 feet using strictly a magnetic pulse. Device uses the LORENTZ JXB force for propulsion. You build and design the rocket body around the aluminum motor ring from balsa wood, toothpicks, or any common materials. Excellent attention-getting science project for all ages. Students can compete to build the best aerodynamic craft!
System consists of the complete launch pad, electronic circuit, and housing for the batteries. A remote switch launches the rocket when the "ready to launch" light comes on. |
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Solar Energy Project KitIncludes high output solar panel with motorized reciprocating arm mechanism and high speed motor to build many solar projects. See who can build the most ingenious device.SOLPROJ1KT - Solar Science Project .......................$19.95 |
| Ion Guns and Motors |
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Your ion ray gun and ion motor demonstrates an interesting phenomenon involving the mobility of charged particles. It is capable of producing the following effects:
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Conduct Many Bizarre And Interesting Experiments!
Click here for Experiment Examples
This series of ion ray and force field gun utilizes a self oscillating circuit with a current controlled transformer. The circuit produces a 7 to 9kv high frequency output voltage and an over current shutdown for safety when used in certain experiments as shown. The oscillator output is fed to a full wave voltage consisting of a number of stages that convert and multiply the peak value of the voltage waveform. Output resistors help control the high capacitive discharge currents that could damage the multiplier section. The circuitry is housed in a 1- 5/8" od length of plastic tubing. A 6" length is attached to the main housing to provide a butt handle like a hand gun. This section houses the 8 "AA" battery cell holder and has a strip of conductive metal tape to make contact to the users hand. This forces the users body to the system ground and provides a virtual ground for charge return. A simple push button switch controls power to the device.
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 IOG90 Shown |
Medium Power Model
IOG7K - Kit/Plans of 10 Stages - 60 kv/m ........................$119.95
IOG70 - Ready to Use .........................................................$159.95
Higher Power Model
IOG9 - Plans Only (IOG7/9) (By Download - $6.00) .........$15.00
IOG9K - Kit/Plans of 15 Stages - 80 kv/m ........................$149.95
IOG90 - Ready to Use .........................................................$199.95
Unit is housed in a combination gray PVC and clear plastic tubing enclosing the multiplier section. Controls are safety switch and charge field intensity adjustment with push button power control mounted in the pistol grip butt. This section also houses the 8 "AA" battery cell holder and has a strip of conductive metal tape to make contact to the users hand. This forces the users body to the system ground and provides a virtual ground for charge return. Unit is ruggedly built and can be hazardous if used incorrectly. Labeled dangerous.
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IOGHP1 - Plans (By Download - $5.00) ......................................$15.00
IOGHP1K - Kit/Plansof 15 Stages - 100 kv Plus/Meter ...........$189.95 IOGHP10 - Ready to Use .............................................................$259.95 |
IONMOT1 - Plans (By Download - $3.00) .......$6.00
IONMOT1K - Kit and Plans ..............................$49.95
IONMOT10 - Ready to Use ..............................$69.95
| Jacob's Ladders |
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Jacob's LadderOur Jacob's ladder is available in two configurations as shown. The finished unit intended for museums and similar displays is fully enclosed with the traveling plasma arc inside of a 3 x 24" clear plastic shroud. The base of the unit is formed from sheet aluminum and houses all the electronics with the controls being on the from panel. A black textured piece of aircraft lexan is formed into the cover. An internal fan supplies a slight over atmosphere pressure at the bottom starting point of the arc ladder and speeds up the display It also eliminates any arc hangup from forming.The kit when purchased as a project kit is built in an open configuration where the ladder elements are exposed and the electronics are located beneath a clear plexiglas deck allowing visual exposure of all parts. Both units produce a traveling wave of plasma that starts at the base of the ladder electrode elements, rises and widens as it ascends and evaporates into space. The arc as it extinquishes reaches a length of 2 to 3 inches. It then repeats and continues traveling up the ladder, evaporating and restarting. Both units allow varying the arc texture by a simple control that also is the main power switch. Texture can be a thin wispy like spark to a heavy hot energetic plasma arc. Unlike the use of neon high voltage transformers for powering the system where accidental contact can be life threatening, this circuitry automatically shuts down before a shock can occur. Unit now requires resetting by simply removal of the power. Even without this (GFI) ground fault interrupting feature, contact is still not life threatening or dangerous, but can produce a startling shock. Power input is by a three wire grounded cord requiring 115 vac at 2 amps. 220 volt units are also available. View/Download Free PDF Instructions
JACK1
- Plans for Open Configuration (By Download - $7.00) ....$15.00
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| Tesla Coils |
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Micro Mini Mite
Lights Up A 4 Ft Florescent Tube
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Mini Tesla Lightning MachineWith Adjustable "On and Off" Time Settings
TLITE1 - Plans (By Download - $3.00)....................$5.00
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* Amazing and bizarre effects!
* Excellent science project!
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TCL5 - Plans (By Download - $6.00) ........................$15.00
TCL5K - Kit/Plans .........................................................$89.95
TCL50 - Assembled and Tested .............................$119.95
12DC/7 - 12VDC@7Amp Power Supply ...................$39.50
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Hand Driven Van de Graaff GeneratorThis hand-cranked model, with instructions and accessories, is essentially a turn-key operation. Set it on your lab table, invite a volunteer to start cranking, and then demonstrate the static electricity produced.The instruction booklet describes a host of experiments as well as explaining in detail how it works. 10-088 - Hand Driven Van de Graaff Generator..............$209.95 |
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Wimshurst MachineThis easy-to-use device consists of two high resistance plastic discs 25 cm in diameter with equally spaced metal sections. The discs are supported with two upright posts and rotate in opposite directions with a hand crank, producing substantial opposite charges which are deposited in the capacitors and on the metal electrodes. You can collect induced charge with the brushes and adjust the electrodes and Leyden jar capacitors for higher potential, thus generating sparks by lowering the system's capacitance. It is mounted on an attractive wooden base. Instructions include theory and background.10-069 - Wimshurst Machine..............$149.95 |
Volta's Hailstorm |
When near an active Van de Graaff Generator, the tiny conductive balls inside begin to bounce up and down. It looks as if the pieces are "hailing" as they skitter and rebound. The explanation lies in the fact that the floor and ceiling of the cage become electrically charged. The Van de Graaff builds up a charge by induction as electrons are transferred from the ceiling to the floor. Since the balls lying on the floor are now negatively charged, they are attracted by the positively charged ceiling. But when the balls hit the ceiling, their negative charge is neutralized and they become positively charged instead. Down they fall to the negatively charged floor where they become positively charged upon impact. Back and forth, upwards and down - a veritable "hailstorm in a teapot." This flurry of activity will last as long as the Van de Graaff generator is running.
Volta's Hailstorm includes:
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Leyden JarCharge it, dissect it - holds a charge for hours. Prove that a charge is stored in the dielectric insulator, not in the metal surfaces. Includes: 2 aluminum cans, polystyrene dielectric, electrode with ball terminal, instructions with lab activities. Wt: 9 oz.LJAR - Classic Leyden Jar Cap..............................$29.95 |
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ElectroscopesShow how two similarly charged objects repel! This classic device features a molded plastic case with removable glass sides and a 10 cm square viewing area. Aluminum leaves hang from brass hooks for maximum sensitivity. Includes: 2 pair die-cut leaves; brass hanger; 2 glass panels, 10x 10cm; ball terminal; insulator; instructions. Wt: 10 oz.ESCOPE - Electroscope............................................$29.95 |
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Secrets of the Tornado will show you how to make models of any size. Even
complex multiple vortex tornadoes can be created with just cardboard or
plywood, tubes, hair driers, a window fan or a vacuum cleaner, and a few other odds and ends.
The viewer's guide includes complete instructions and drawings. These interactive, fully-controllable models are the culmination of two years of work with the country's leading tornado modeling experts. Add special lightning effects with our Tesla coil. VIDTORNP - Video and BTC4 Tesla Coil Plans...............$39.95 |
SWS10 - Sound Switch Module..............$9.95
Easy to build motor performs at high speeds. Great conversation piece or science project. Operates on 3 to 6 volts. All parts included.
DCMOT
- Kit/Plans.................................$6.95
ELMAG20
- Lifts Over 700 lbs - Ready to Use..............$79.95
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Great For Magic Tricks And Scientific Applications - So strong, they must be "slid apart"! Requires caution to prevent dangerous pinching of skin and fragmentation. Sold as pairs. |
Bizarre high
tech phenomena allows performer to light household fluorescent lamp simply by
holding in hand. Neat trick opens up many exciting ideas and variations to keep
your audience and friends amazed!
8 x 1-1/2" battery operated cylindrical device is easily worn by user.
MAGICMAN
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Fire Syringe
15-110 - Fire Syringe ..............$38.50 |
The Fire Syringe is a classic example of the Ideal Gas Law (PV=nRT). By compressing air into a smaller volume, we are also increasing the temperature. Looking at the formula, a large increase in P, a small decrease in V, with n and R being constant, leads to a large increase in T.
Kit includes: aluminum piston, lexan piston chamber, and 2 custom made o-rings. You will also need to supply tiny pieces of non-moisturized tissue paper. Setup: The setup is quick and easy. Pull out the syringe, drop in 3-4 tiny 5 mm or so tissue pieces. Then re-insert the aluminum piston gently so that it just enters the mouth of the piston chamber. Holding the unit flat on a non-slip surface, push down the aluminum piston with some force and speed. You will see a quick flask of fire, which will last until all available oxygen is used up. How it works: Air gets very hot when compressed under high pressure. If you have ever pumped up a bicycle tire, you have noticed the heat generated. When the air in the fire syringe is compressed, it is done so fast and efficiently, so that it can reach a temperature of over 260 degrees C (500 degrees F). As paper burns at 235 dgrees C (454 degrees F), the small pieces of tissue paper ignite. Maintenance: Your syringe has been pre-lubricated and should not need any more. After each use, blow out the carbon dust from the small fire you just made and it is good to use again. |
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PO Box 716, Amherst, NH 03031-0716 |
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115 VAC Converter
You'll witness dozens of incredible tornadoes that can be seen nowhere else.
See the unbelievable raw footage from the "dillocam", a heavily weighted camera
placed, for the first time, directly in the path of a major tornado. And you'll
see how laboratory "storms" relate to actual tornado formation... even if you
never build a model. This video will change forever the way you think about tornadoes.