Heat Absorption Model STEM Lab Manufacturer,Supplier and Exporter in India
Product Code : SCL-OS-12472
The Heat Absorption Model STEM Lab is a fundamental educational tool designed to visually and quantitatively demonstrate the principles of thermal radiation and thermodynamics. Manufactured by the trusted experts at Educational Instrument India, this apparatus allows students to investigate how different surface colors and textures affect the rate of heat absorption and emission. It is a critical addition to middle and high school physics and environmental science laboratories.
Why Choose Educational Instrument India?
When it comes to laboratory equipment, precision and safety are paramount. Educational Instrument India brings decades of manufacturing expertise to the classroom, ensuring that every STEM lab kit is highly durable, tender-compliant, and perfectly aligned with leading educational standards, including CBSE, ICSE, and international science curricula.
Product Description
The Heat Absorption Model typically consists of two distinct thermal vessels or metal plates—one coated in a matte black finish and the other in a highly polished, reflective silver or white finish. The kit includes precision thermometers and a centralized heat source (such as an infrared or incandescent lamp).
By exposing both surfaces to the exact same amount of thermal radiation, students can directly measure and compare the temperature changes over time.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Thermodynamics: Understanding how heat transfers through radiation.
Albedo Effect: Visualizing why dark colors absorb radiant heat while light/reflective surfaces repel it.
Real-World Application: Connecting the experiment to real-world concepts like climate change, solar water heaters, and energy-efficient building design.
Product Specifications
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Feature / Parameter |
Technical Details |
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Brand Name |
Educational Instrument India |
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Model Category |
Physics / Thermodynamics STEM Lab |
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Core Components |
1 Matte Black Vessel, 1 Reflective Silver Vessel |
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Temperature Measurement |
2x High-Precision Alcohol-Based Thermometers |
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Heat Source |
Low-wattage incandescent/infrared lamp on a stable mount |
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Primary Material |
High-grade thermal-conductive aluminum alloys |
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Certifications |
CE Certified, ISO-compliant manufacturing |
How to Use the Model
Lab Setup: Place the model on a flat, heat-resistant laboratory bench.
Thermometer Placement: Insert one thermometer into the black vessel and the other into the reflective vessel, ensuring they are tightly sealed.
Record Baseline: Note the initial room temperature for both vessels before turning on the heat source.
Apply Heat: Turn on the central lamp, ensuring it is positioned at an exact, equal distance between the two vessels.
Monitor and Record: Record the temperature of both vessels at regular 2-minute intervals for a total of 10 to 15 minutes.
Analyze Data: Plot the data on a graph to visually demonstrate how the matte black surface absorbs heat at a significantly faster rate than the reflective surface.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can this experiment be conducted using natural sunlight?
A: Yes! While the included lamp ensures controlled, repeatable indoor experiments, the apparatus is highly effective when placed outdoors in direct sunlight to demonstrate solar heat absorption.
Q2: How accurate are the included thermometers?
A: The alcohol-based thermometers provided by Educational Instrument India are laboratory-grade and calibrated to provide precise readings with minimal margin of error, making them perfect for graphing exercises.
Q3: Are the painted surfaces durable against repeated heating and cooling?
A: Absolutely. We use industrial thermal-cured coatings that will not crack, peel, or off-gas, even after hundreds of thermal cycles in a busy classroom environment.
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