5B10.40 - Fuzzy Fur Field Tank

Fuzzy fur field tank

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PIRA Classification: 5B10.40

Description: A Plexiglas tank contains 'fur' suspended in oil which covers the bottom. Various shaped electrodes can be placed in the oil. These electrodes are connected to a Wimshurst machine. When the machine is cranked, the fur aligns itself with the electric field.

Special Instructions: None

Condition: Good

Setup time: 2 minutes

Safety Issues: Make sure to discharge the Wimshurst machine properly or you could receive a shock.