Conical pendulum Manufacturer,Supplier and Exporter in India
Product Code : SCL-MH-12682
The Conical Pendulum by Educational Instrument India is a practical physics laboratory apparatus designed to demonstrate circular motion, centripetal force, angular velocity, tension, and time period. It helps students understand how a suspended bob moves in a horizontal circular path while the string forms a cone-shaped surface during rotation.
This apparatus is ideal for school physics laboratories, college science labs, STEM classrooms, and educational training institutes. It provides a clear hands-on demonstration of the relationship between radius, speed, string length, angle, and force in circular motion experiments.
Key Features
Designed for demonstrating conical pendulum motion and circular motion.
Useful for studying centripetal force, angular velocity, tension, and time period.
Helps students understand the difference between simple pendulum and conical pendulum motion.
Suitable for school, college, and STEM physics laboratories.
Simple setup for teacher demonstrations and student practicals.
Durable construction suitable for repeated laboratory use.
Supports practical learning of mechanics and rotational motion concepts.
Product Specifications
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Product Name |
Conical Pendulum |
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Brand |
Educational Instrument India |
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Product Type |
Physics Laboratory Circular Motion Apparatus |
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Application |
Conical pendulum, centripetal force, circular motion, and rotational dynamics experiments |
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Use |
Demonstrating motion of a bob moving in a horizontal circular path |
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Learning Concepts |
Centripetal force, tension, angular velocity, radius, time period, and circular motion |
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Main Components |
Support stand, string, pendulum bob, clamp, and measuring scale depending on model |
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Operation |
Manual demonstration and observation-based experiment |
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Material |
Durable laboratory-grade metal stand with pendulum accessories |
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Suitable For |
Schools, colleges, physics labs, STEM labs, and training institutes |
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Condition |
New |
How to Use Conical Pendulum
Place the conical pendulum apparatus on a flat, stable, and dry laboratory table.
Attach the pendulum bob securely to the string and fix the string to the support stand.
Adjust the string length as required for the experiment.
Displace the bob slightly and give it a gentle circular motion.
Allow the bob to move steadily in a horizontal circular path.
Observe the cone-shaped path formed by the string during rotation.
Measure the radius of circular motion and record the time for a fixed number of rotations.
Calculate the time period, angular velocity, and centripetal force using the recorded data.
Repeat the experiment by changing the string length, radius, or speed to compare results.
After use, stop the pendulum carefully and store the apparatus safely.
Educational Applications
The Conical Pendulum is widely used in physics laboratories to teach circular motion and force analysis. It helps students understand how centripetal force acts toward the center of the circular path and how tension in the string supports both vertical and horizontal components of force. This apparatus is useful for practical demonstrations of angular velocity, radius of rotation, time period, and rotational mechanics.
Why Choose Educational Instrument India Conical Pendulum?
Designed for practical physics education and classroom demonstrations.
Helps students understand circular motion through hands-on observation.
Suitable for school and college laboratory practicals.
Easy to operate and demonstrate under teacher supervision.
Reliable apparatus for STEM learning and mechanics experiments.
Safety Instructions
Use the apparatus only under teacher or laboratory instructor supervision.
Ensure the pendulum bob is securely attached before starting the experiment.
Keep hands and face away from the rotating bob.
Do not rotate the bob at excessive speed.
Place the apparatus on a stable surface to prevent tipping.
Store the bob and string carefully after use.
FAQ
- What is a Conical Pendulum used for?
A Conical Pendulum is used to demonstrate circular motion, centripetal force, angular velocity, tension, and time period in physics laboratory experiments.
- How does a Conical Pendulum work?
In a conical pendulum, a bob attached to a string moves in a horizontal circular path while the string forms a cone-shaped surface. The tension in the string provides the required centripetal force.
- Is this apparatus suitable for school laboratories?
Yes, the Conical Pendulum is suitable for school physics labs, college laboratories, STEM classrooms, and educational training institutes.
- Which physics concepts can students learn from this apparatus?
Students can learn about circular motion, centripetal force, tension, angular velocity, radius of motion, time period, and rotational dynamics.
- What is the difference between a simple pendulum and a conical pendulum?
A simple pendulum swings back and forth in a vertical plane, while a conical pendulum moves in a horizontal circular path and forms a cone shape with the string.
