This Heat Conductivity Apparatus includes four metal bars—steel, brass, aluminium, and copper—each designed to demonstrate varying rates of thermal conductivity. When placed in hot water, each metal bar conducts heat at a different speed, easily observable using the included liquid crystal thermometers.
Housed in a compact plastic unit, the set is a safe and effective way to introduce comparative thermal conduction without open flames. Perfect for primary or secondary classrooms studying energy transfer, material science, or applied physics.
Educational Benefits:
Demonstrates comparative thermal conductivity
Introduces scientific measurement tools (thermometers)
Encourages hypothesis testing and analysis
Reinforces energy transfer and heat flow concepts
Classroom Ideas:
Rank metals by heat conduction rate
Test with stopwatch and thermometers for accuracy
Discuss everyday applications of conductive materials
Specifications:
4 Metals included: Steel, Brass, Aluminium, Copper
Includes: Liquid crystal thermometers
Housing: Plastic enclosure
Note: Use with boiling water (not open flame)