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Oersted Needle
Aiguille d'Oersted features a precision-engineered pivot system designed to minimize mechanical resistance, ensuring instantaneous response to low-magnitude magnetic flux changes during experimental induction.
High-Remanence Cobalt Steel Needle. Utilizing a magnetically stable alloy for long-term dipole alignment, the needle provides a consistent North-South reference for accurate mapping of Biot-Savart field vectors.
₹745.00
Quick Answer: An Oersted’s Needle (Aiguille d’Oersted), an instrument for characterizing the magnetic fields generated by electrical currents, verifying Oersted’s electromagnetism discovery.
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Product Description
This Oersted’s Needle (Aiguille d’Oersted) is a magnetostatic indicator for characterizing the magnetic fields generated by electrical currents. This instrument enables verification of Oersted’s electromagnetism discovery. It is used in physics laboratories to visualize the orientation of field vectors and study current-to-field interactions in technical curricula.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Oersted’s needle apparatus |
| Demonstrates | Magnetic field generated by electric current (Oersted’s discovery) |
| Application | Current-to-field interaction study |
Applications / Uses
- Demonstrating Oersted’s discovery of electromagnetism
- Visualizing field vector orientation around a current-carrying wire
- Studying current-to-field interactions
- General introductory electromagnetism demonstrations
Care & Maintenance
- Handle the needle gently to avoid disturbing the pivot mechanism
- Keep away from strong external magnetic fields when not in use
- Store in a protective case when not in use
- Avoid dropping, as the needle/pivot assembly can be delicate
Why Choose STEMAids
STEMAids, a brand of Eduscope Smart Learning Solutions Private Limited, supplies physics lab equipment and teaching aids to schools, colleges, and training institutes across India, with export and bulk tender support available. Explore related products in our Physics Equipments category, including our Resonance Box with Tuning Forks. For bulk or institutional orders, visit our tenders page or contact us at 9311411822.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Oersted’s needle demonstrate?
That an electric current generates a magnetic field, as discovered by Hans Christian Oersted.
What is it used for?
Visualizing field vector orientation and studying current-to-field interactions in physics labs.
How should it be handled?
Gently, keeping it away from strong external magnetic fields.
Is it delicate?
The needle/pivot assembly can be delicate — avoid dropping and store in a protective case.
What is the indicative price for this product?
This listing does not currently show a published price on stemaids.com — contact STEMAids directly for an indicative quotation.
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