RING AND BALL THERMAL EXPANSION

Ring and Ball Thermal Expansion Apparatus

Product Description
Ring and Ball Thermal Expansion Apparatus is a precision laboratory device used to determine the coefficient of thermal expansion of materials, particularly metals. The apparatus consists of a metal ring and a steel ball of known dimensions. When heated, the metal ring expands, allowing the ball to pass through at a specific temperature. This temperature corresponds to the expansion point of the ring material. The device is widely used in physics and materials science laboratories to study the thermal properties of materials and to teach fundamental concepts of thermal expansion and heat behavior.

Uses
Primary Uses
Laboratory Applications

• Measures the thermal expansion properties of metal samples.
• Demonstrates the principles of thermal expansion and contraction.
• Used in materials testing and quality control.
• Supports educational experiments in physics and engineering laboratories.
• Facilitates research on heat effects on metals and alloys.

Secondary Uses

• Applicable in industrial laboratories for materials selection and testing.
• Used in calibration of thermal instruments and standards.

Key Attributes
Basic Identification Attributes

• Components: Metal ring and steel ball with calibrated dimensions.
• Material: Usually made of metals with known thermal properties.
• Design: Simple setup allowing observation of ball passing through the heated ring.

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Thermal Sensitivity: Precisely calibrated for accurate thermal expansion measurement.
• Durability: Constructed to withstand repeated heating cycles.
• Material Stability: Resistant to oxidation and wear during testing.

Safety & Hazard Attributes

• Handle heated components carefully to avoid burns.
• Glass or metal parts may become hot and fragile after repeated use.

Storage & Handling Attributes

• Store in dry, stable environment to prevent corrosion.
• Allow components to cool before handling after heating experiments.
• Inspect for damage or deformation before use.

Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

• Manufactured in accordance with laboratory standards for accuracy and safety.
• Suitable for use in GLP-compliant laboratories.

Environmental & Health Impact

• Components are recyclable metal materials.
• Dispose of any damaged parts according to local environmental regulations.