Spring - Slinky 20mm x 1800mm L Snakey

This longer version of the classic steel slinky spring offers students a more dynamic way to explore wave motion and energy transfer. Measuring 75mm in diameter and 100mm in length, this spring is ideal for classroom demonstrations that require greater visual separation between wave peaks and troughs. Its expanded length allows students to create clearer examples of wave behaviours including reflection, refraction, and interference. A durable and effective teaching tool, this slinky i...

Educational Benefits:

• Models key properties of mechanical waves including compression and rarefaction
• Enhances visual learning of transverse and longitudinal wave motion
• Encourages student-led exploration and experimentation
• Links theoretical physics concepts with real-world demonstrations
• Durable design supports repeated classroom use

Classroom Ideas:

• Create visible transverse waves by oscillating the spring side to side
• Extend the spring across tables to model wave interference patterns
• Compare to shorter springs to examine wave speed and frequency
• Use to demonstrate how energy travels through a medium
• Record slow-motion video of wave movement for class analysis

Specifications:

• Material: Steel
• Diameter: 75mm
• Length: 100mm
• Recommended Age: 8+
• Units: Each