Gold Leaf Eletroscope Specification

Feature
Sensitive electrostatic detection, simple mechanical design

Measurement Range
Qualitative detection of electrostatic charge

Model No
PHY-121

Power Source
Manual, no external power required

Temperature Range
Room temperature, not for extreme conditions

Automation Grade
Manual

Core Components
Gold Leaf, Conducting Rod, Glass Container, Metal Cap, Wooden Base

Accuracy
Detects presence or absence of charge, not a quantitative tool

Voltage
Detects static electricity, no voltage rating

Equipment Materials
Glass, Metal, Wood, Gold Leaf

Type
Electrostatic Demonstration Instrument

Usage
Detecting and measuring small electric charges, educational laboratory use

Display Type
Physical (Gold Leaf Divergence)

Dimension (L*W*H)
Approx. 12cm x 8cm x 20cm

Weight
Approx. 300-400 g

Leaf Thickness
Ultra-thin gold leaf for sensitive movement

Rod Material
Brass conducting rod

Cap Type
Polished brass terminal

Maintenance
Easy to clean and maintain

Base Material
High-quality lacquered wood

Container Type
Rectangular or cylindrical glass enclosure

Visibility
Clear side viewing panel

Operating Principle
Electrostatic repulsion

Insulation
Superior electrical insulation to prevent leakage

Leaf Length
Typically 30-50 mm

About Gold Leaf Eletroscope

Gold Leaf Electroscope

We are a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of Gold Leaf Electroscope, designed for physics laboratories, science classrooms, STEM education, engineering colleges, and research institutions. This apparatus is widely used to detect, compare, and demonstrate the presence of electric charges and electrostatic phenomena in a simple and visual manner.

The Gold Leaf Electroscope is a classic physics instrument used to detect static electricity and study electrostatic principles. The apparatus consists of a rectangular metal enclosure mounted on an insulated base with sliding glass panels for easy observation and access. A removable metal disc electrode is insulated from the body using a high-quality plastic bush to prevent charge leakage. Inside the enclosure, a delicate gold leaf assembly is attached to a metal blade, while a graduated acrylic scale allows students to observe and compare the degree of leaf divergence caused by electrical charges.

When a charged object is brought near or touches the electrode, the charge is transferred through the conductor, causing the gold leaf to repel and diverge. The amount of divergence provides a visual indication of the presence and relative magnitude of electric charge. This hands-on demonstration makes the study of electrostatics highly engaging and easy to understand.

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