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Super Springy
Item #33-0130
$17.50
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| Unit Price | $17.50 |
| 6+ | $16.90 |
Visualize wave motion with an extra-long classroom spring
The Super Springy makes wave theory visible, physical, and unforgettable—bringing sound and motion to life in a way small springs simply can’t. This extra-long version of the classic spring toy that makes wave motion impossible to miss—even from the back of the room. Designed for whole-class visibility, it’s one of the best tools for visualizing longitudinal and transverse waves in real time. Students can see—and even feel—how waves move through a medium, turning abstract wave theory into a shared, memorable experience.
Whether modeling sound waves, pulses, or oscillations, the Super Springy delivers big motion, clear patterns, and instant engagement. (Finish color may vary.)
Why Teachers Love the Super Springy
- Big enough for the whole class: Extra length ensures everyone can see wave motion clearly.
- Highly intuitive: Students immediately grasp that particles oscillate while the wave travels.
- Versatile and durable: Works for quick demos or extended investigations across grade levels.
- Engaging and memorable: A simple tool that consistently creates “aha” moments.
Product Details
What You Can Teach with the Super Springy
Ideal for upper elementary through high school physics and physical science:
- Transverse waves: Observe particle motion perpendicular to wave propagation.
- Longitudinal (compression) waves: Model sound waves with compressions and rarefactions.
- Wavelength & frequency: Explore how changing motion affects wave spacing and rate.
- Wave propagation vs. particle motion: Show that particles oscillate about equilibrium rather than travel with the wave.
- Energy transfer through a medium: Connect vibration, motion, and sound behavior.
Products being sold are not toys. They are for Educational / Laboratory use only. They are not for use by children 12 and under.
Product Specifications
Specs:
75mm diameter
160mm (6.25in) length
Stretches to 10 meters
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