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Collection of Fibers
Broad Taxonomic Range: Includes industrial-grade specimens of natural vegetable, animal, and synthetic manufactured fibers, such as Silk and Polyester, for the comparative study of tensile properties and microscopic identification.
Durable Institutional Showcase: Presented in a professional 9"x12" frame available in polished or paper-mounted formats, featuring high-contrast labeling to protect specimens and facilitate rapid classroom recognition.
₹340.00
Quick Answer: A labelled collection of natural and synthetic fibre samples used to compare textile properties such as strength, elasticity, texture and absorbency, and to introduce the distinction between natural fibres (like cotton or wool) and man-made fibres (like polyester or nylon).
Product Description
The Collection of Fibers extends a materials science unit into textiles, a material category students encounter daily in clothing and household items but rarely examine scientifically. Each labelled sample lets students feel texture directly, stretch a strand to compare elasticity, and observe how fibres differ in thickness and lustre.
Fibres are commonly grouped into natural fibres, which come from plant or animal sources, and synthetic or man-made fibres, which are manufactured from polymers. Comparing examples from each group helps students connect fibre origin to properties such as absorbency, strength and how the fibre behaves when stretched or twisted.
This collection is designed to sit alongside other materials sets in a rocks-and-materials teaching shelf, broadening the definition of “materials science” beyond rocks and metals to include the textiles used in everyday products.
Specimen Details
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Fibre specimen collection |
| Specimen Form | Labelled fibre or textile samples for hands-on comparison |
| Coverage | Natural fibres (e.g. plant- and animal-based) and synthetic/man-made fibres |
| Storage | Tray or pouch to keep samples organised and labelled |
| Recommended Level | Secondary school materials science, textile technology, chemistry |
Applications
- Comparing texture, strength and elasticity across natural and synthetic fibres
- Introducing the distinction between natural and man-made textile materials
- Technology & design coursework on textiles and material selection
- Chemistry lessons on polymers as applied to synthetic fibres
- Sorting and classification exercises alongside other materials science sets
Care & Handling
- Keep fibre samples dry; some natural fibres can absorb moisture and develop odour or mildew if stored damp
- Store away from direct sunlight, which can weaken or discolour some fibres over time
- Return samples to their labelled slots after use to avoid mixing up specimens
- Handle gently when testing stretch or strength so samples remain usable for future classes
- Keep away from sharp specimens (such as rock or glass sets) in shared storage to avoid snagging
Why Choose LabEquip
This fibre set complements LabEquip’s Educational Rock and Minerals range, extending the materials science shelf beyond geology into everyday textiles. Pair it with the Collection of 12 Woods and Collection Of 6 Plastic Material with Properties & Uses sets to build a full natural-vs-synthetic materials unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Collection of Fibers?
The set contains labelled natural and synthetic fibre samples for direct comparison, supplied so students can examine texture, strength and elasticity by hand.
What is the difference between natural and synthetic fibres?
Natural fibres come from plant or animal sources, such as cotton or wool, while synthetic fibres are manufactured from polymers, such as polyester or nylon. This set includes examples from both groups for comparison.
What subjects is this fibre collection suited for?
It supports secondary school materials science, textile technology and chemistry lessons covering natural materials and polymers.
How should the fibre samples be stored?
Keep them dry and out of direct sunlight, return each sample to its labelled slot after use, and store away from sharp specimens that could snag the fibres.
Can this set be used alongside other materials science collections?
Yes. It is designed to complement sets such as the Collection of 12 Woods and the Collection Of 6 Plastic Material with Properties & Uses for a broader materials science unit.
What kind of properties can students test with this set?
Common classroom tests include comparing texture by touch, stretching a strand to observe elasticity, and comparing thickness and lustre between natural and synthetic samples.
Last Updated: September 2026
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