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Motors & Generators

Now you can easily learn about motors and generators with our low-priced, hands-on kits. Build working models of both motors and generators! These are great for homeschool science experiments or science fair projects.
DC Motor Kit
Make your own DC motor with this excellent educational kit, ideal for learning how and why motors work using electromagnetism! It contains everything needed to build and operate a simple DC motor, including detailed instructions. (You provide one AA battery.) Grades 4-9. more
Price: $5.95
Electromagnet Set
This powerful electromagnet lifts over 7 lbs. when connected to a 6-volt battery! Experiment with the magnetic lift by trying one coil vs. two and by using different battery sizes. Includes electromagnet and hooked lift plate. You provide a 6-volt battery and connecting wire . Grades 4-12.... more
Price: $15.95
Hand-crank generator Generator, Hand-crank
This affordable hand-cranked DC generator demonstrates the conversion of mechanical energy to electrical energy.The generator produces 6 volts and a maximum output of 0.2 amps. It includes a light bulb and two 15" wire leads that can be used to attach the generator to small motors and other... more
Price: $12.95
Motor and Generator Kit
Explore the wonders of electricity by building and experimenting with a working electric motor and generator! Complete kit includes all components and a 30-page illustrated guide book with project ideas. Grades 4-9. These questions might help you come up with a good science fair project: How... more
Price: $21.95
Motor Model Experiment Set
Experiment with the effect of voltage and magnetism on the operation of a DC motor with this 4" motor model. Includes motor components, permanent and electro magnets, and assembly instructions. You provide one or more batteries ( 1.5-volt to 6-volt ) and connecting wire. Grades 4-12 more
Price: $12.50
Motor, electric, DC, 0.5-6 volt
This DC electric motor runs off any battery or solar cell ranging from 0.5-volts to 6-volts. It is ideal for experimenting with DC electricity or creating motorized projects of your own design. Be sure to order a plastic propeller with this motor so you can watch the motor turn as you experiment. more
Price: $2.40
Propeller, plastic
Use with our electric motor to make a fan or for other projects. more
Price: $1.00
Replacement Gears for Hand Generator
The ABS gears on the hand generator wear with use. Order extra sets of these low-cost replacement gears if you intend to use the hand generator in a classroom situation or for experiments where you will be loading the generator. more
Price: $2.00
Van de Graaff generator Van de Graaff Generator
Generate up to 200,000 volts of low-amperage electricity to safely experiment with electric fields and electric forces! This deluxe, extra-large table-top Van de Graaff generator consistently produces 5-6" sparks (12" sparks are possible!) and can raise your hair almost instantly! It comes... more
Price: $189.95
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