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Motor Effect
(magnetism)

Motor Effect demonstrates the forces on a current carrying wire when placed in a magnetic field. A large wire carrying hundreds of amperes is placed inside a large gap-magnet. The wire flies up with considerable force which the visitor can feel by pushing on the wire.

Exhibit Specs
44"w X 60"h X 30"d
10.0 amps @ 120 volts
150 lbs.

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Motor Effect 2
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