Light Box and Optical Set 12V

Unlock the wonders of light with the Light Box and Optical Set 12V, an essential educational tool designed to support hands-on learning in physics and general science. This high-quality set enables students to explore key optical principles, including reflection, refraction, and colour mixing, through interactive experiments. The durable light box features a powerful 12-volt, 24-watt lamp capable of producing convergent, divergent, or parallel beams, making it suitable for a wide range of optical investigations. One end is fitted with an adjustable cylindrical convex lens to create parallel beams, while the other includes a triple aperture system with hinged mirrors for precise colour mixing activities.

Designed for Australian classrooms, this resource aligns with the Australian Science Curriculum, providing a comprehensive and engaging way to explore light-based phenomena. The included slit plates, mirrors, colour filters, and acrylic blocks allow students to conduct multiple experiments, fostering deeper scientific understanding through inquiry-based learning.

Why this product is beneficial for educational use:

• Supports hands-on learning in optics, helping students visualise abstract scientific concepts
• Encourages STEM engagement through interactive, inquiry-based experiments
• Develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills by exploring real-world light phenomena
• Aligns with Australian Science Curriculum, covering essential physics topics
• Provides multi-sensory learning experiences through observation, experimentation, and discussion

Classroom ideas for incorporating this product:

• Conduct reflection experiments using mirrors to observe how light bounces off different surfaces
• Demonstrate colour mixing principles with the included filters and triple aperture system
• Explore refraction and dispersion by shining light through acrylic blocks and observing bending patterns
• Use the slit plates to investigate how light travels and behaves through narrow openings
• Introduce real-world applications of optics, such as how lenses are used in eyeglasses, cameras, and microscopes
• Assign group experiments, encouraging collaboration and discussion of key physics concepts

Key Features:

• 12-volt, 24-watt lamp for bright, clear light output
• Slit plates with narrow and wide slits to investigate beam shaping
• Adjustable colour filters for engaging colour mixing investigations
• Durable construction ensures longevity in frequent classroom use
• Triple aperture system allows for multiple simultaneous light experiments
• Compact design for easy storage and transport

Specifications:

• Ages: Suitable for secondary school students (recommended ages 12+)
• Measurements: Light box approximately 25cm x 10cm x 10cm (approximate)
• Pack Size: 1 full optical set
• Safety Information: Requires a 12V, 2A power supply (not included); recommended power supply: SERLB2631-001

Contents:

• Light box
• Convex lens
• Triple aperture system
• Three mirrors
• Acrylic blocks
• Two slit plates (one with three narrow slits, one with a wide slit)
• Additional slit plate with four slits
• Set of seven mounted colour filters

Designed by science education professionals, the Light Box and Optical Set 12V offers an engaging way to explore light, optics, and colour theory through hands-on experimentation. With its durable design and comprehensive set of accessories, this kit provides an invaluable tool for science education, making physics lessons both interactive and exciting.