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J5-32. Magnetic Levitation - Permanent Magnet And Electromagnet

Purpose

To demonstrate magnetic levitation.

Equipment

Power supply, electromagnet and permanent ring magnet.

Images

J5-32

Description

A ring magnet levitates above an electromagnet, held in place horizontally by a plastic tube. Turn the power supply on and off for controlled levitation.

References

(PIRA 5H20.20)