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Brass Lecture Gyroscope

Brass Lecture Gyroscope

Brass lecture gyroscope on table      Close up of lecture gyroscope gimbals      Starting the brass lecture gyroscope      Close up of brass lecture gyroscope     


Its back! Due to popular demand we have produced another version of our lecture gyroscope. Based on University gyroscopes from the 19th century the 'lecture' gyroscope adds modern technologies that were not available at the time. This gyroscope is superior to anything else on the market. A rubber starter wheel is connected to a small electric drill (sold separately) to get the gyroscope up to speed (7,000 rpm+). Leaving you to do experiments with the high speed spinning gyroscope that spins effortlessly for over 20 minutes.

  • 'Spin time' has been increased to 20 minutes +
  • The Gyroscope's 'disk' has been increased in size from 85mm to 100mm in Diameter
  • No Compromises have been made with the design
  • Weights 5.6Kg (12lb 6oz)
  • Inner gimbal can be removed
  • High speed stainless steel bearings
  • The gyroscope and gimbal positions are adjustable
  • Made from SOLID brass
  • Started with rubber friction starter (supplied)
    (requires a small electric drill - sold separately)
  • Size (overall height around 305mm / 12 inches)
  • Ideal for practical demonstrations at colleges, universities, Flying schools.
  • Can be used as executive 'toy'
  • Very high quality
  • Designed and built in Britain
  • There is no other gyroscope like it on the market
  • Comes with starter wheel (picture coming soon)
  • and 10mm high quality spanner


Optional extras

small electric drillminicraft drill for use in the UK


small electric drill DC drill ideal for international buyers


Warnings
This gyroscope is not suitable for children and should only be operated by adults.
Operation above 5000 rpm is not recommended and at YOUR own risk
Ensure the nuts are tight before operating the gyroscope
Keep long hair away from the rotating disk






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