The Magnetic Compass - AstroMedia
Compasses have provided orientation for hundreds of years. This AstroMedia kit for a compass with needle bearing and large compass rose gives the hobbyist a basic understanding of how it works.
It's the magnetisation that makes it
The magnetic compass comes with a perma-magnet, which is used to magnetise the compass needle by brushing it. It provides important insights into magnetism in a playful way.It is important to regularly refresh the magnetisation of the compass needle so that the compass retains its full functionality.
For teachers and pupils
The magnetic compass is easy to build and is an excellent material for teaching at secondary schools. Like all other astro materials, it can also be used for other group and project work on astronomy and physics.| Aspiration scale: | Easy |
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| Time Line: | 1,0 Hour |
- 1 printed sheet for cutting out of construction cardboard, DIN A4 - 260 g/m²
- Detailed assembly instructions
Size of the finished item: Ø approx. 14 cm, height approx. 4 cm
Construction time: approx. 1 hour
Distributor:
PGI-Skarabäus, Im Kränzliacker 9, 79576 Weil am Rhein, Germany, www.pgi-shop.de
PGI-Skarabäus, Lerchenstrasse 38, 4147 Aesch, Switzerland, www.pgi-shop.ch
Manufacturer: AstroMedia GmbH, Im Wirrigen 30, 45731 Waltrop, Germany, astromedia.de
Adult supervision:
Children under 14 years of age should use the kit under adult supervision to avoid risks from improper handling.
Risk of injury:
Be particularly careful when handling pointed and sharp parts! Use sharp tools carefully, and if necessary take suitable safety measures to avoid injuries.
Fire hazard:
Keep away from open fire and heat sources. Product contains highly flammable materials.
Use of adhesive:
When using adhesive, follow the manufacturer's safety instructions. Work in well-ventilated rooms and avoid skin or eye contact.
Magnet:
Swallowing hazard:
Magnets can be swallowed and cause serious injuries to the body. Keep out of the
reach of children under 12 years of age!
Health risk:
People with pacemakers or other medical devices should keep away from magnets!
Risk for electronic devices:
Strong magnetic fields can damage electronic devices, data storage devices (e.g.
credit cards) and mechanical components or render them unusable. Store magnets
at a safe distance.
Danger of crushing:
Due to their strong attraction, magnets can pinch skin or fingers and cause crushing
or bruising.
Danger of breakage and splintering:
Magnets are brittle and can break into sharp-edged fragments in the event of a
collision, which poses a risk of injury to skin and eyes.
Danger from dust formation:
Grinding, drilling or cutting magnets creates dust that can be self-flammable when it
comes into contact with oxygen and is harmful to health. Mechanical processing
should be avoided!
Dispose of magnets in accordance with local disposal regulations.
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