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Arbor Scientific Friction Rod Kit

Friction Rod Kit

Item #P6-1600
$12.00 Bundle Discount
Unit Price $12.00
12+ $11.00
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Generate and observe electric charge

The Friction Rod Kit provides a classic, hands-on way to explore electrostatics through direct interaction. By rubbing different rods with specific materials, students investigate charging by friction, identify positive and negative charge, and observe attraction and repulsion firsthand. This complete kit includes everything needed to make abstract electrostatic concepts visible, interactive, and easy to understand.

Why Teachers Love the Friction Rod Kit
  • Complete, ready-to-use kit: Includes glass and hard rubber rods, silk cloth, faux fur pad, bubble wrap, and instructions.
  • Clear demonstrations of charge: Easily shows positive vs. negative charging through friction.
  • Hands-on learning: Students actively generate and observe electrostatic effects themselves.
  • Simple and durable: Classic materials designed for repeated classroom use.
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Charge up your students!

Explore charging by friction, positive and negative charge, and attraction and repulsion with the Friction Rod Kit. Includes glass and hard rubber rods, 5"" x 5"" silk cloth piece, faux fur pad, bubble wrap piece, and complete instructions.

Products being sold are not toys. They are for Educational / Laboratory use only. They are not for use by children 12 and under.

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