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Physical Laboratory Equipment Guide

1. Mechanics Equipment

Measurement Devices

• Vernier Caliper

  • Purpose: Precise length measurements
  • Range: Typically 0-150mm
  • Precision: 0.02mm or 0.01mm

• Micrometer

  • Purpose: Very precise thickness/diameter measurements
  • Range: Usually 0-25mm
  • Precision: 0.01mm

• Digital Balance

  • Purpose: Mass measurements
  • Range: Varies (0-200g to 0-5kg common)
  • Precision: 0.01g to 0.001g

Motion Study Equipment

• Air Track

  • Purpose: Study motion with minimal friction
  • Components: Track, blower, gliders, photogates

• Ticker Timer

  • Purpose: Record motion at regular intervals
  • Components: Timer, tape, carbon disk

• Digital Stopwatch

  • Purpose: Time measurement
  • Precision: 0.01s typical

Force and Energy

• Force Sensor

  • Purpose: Measure forces digitally
  • Range: Typically ±50N
  • Connects to computer/data logger

• Springs

  • Purpose: Study Hooke's Law, oscillations
  • Various spring constants available

• Simple Pendulum

  • Purpose: Study periodic motion
  • Components: Bob, string, support

2. Optics Equipment

Light Sources

• Laser

  • Purpose: Coherent light source
  • Types: He-Ne, diode lasers
  • Typical wavelength: 633nm (red)

• Ray Box

  • Purpose: Study light rays
  • Components: Light source, slits, mirrors

Optical Elements

• Lenses

  • Types: Convex, concave
  • Various focal lengths
  • Usually glass or acrylic

• Mirrors

  • Types: Plane, concave, convex
  • Usually front-silvered for precision

• Optical Bench

  • Purpose: Align optical components
  • Components: Bench, holders, scales

Wave Optics

• Diffraction Gratings

  • Purpose: Study light wavelengths
  • Lines/mm: 300, 600 common

• Polarizers

  • Purpose: Study light polarization
  • Usually plastic film type

3. Electricity & Magnetism

Measurement Devices

• Digital Multimeter

  • Measures: Voltage, current, resistance
  • Ranges: Up to 1000V, 10A typical

• Oscilloscope

  • Purpose: Visualize electrical signals
  • Digital storage common now
  • Bandwidth: 20-100MHz typical

Power Sources

• DC Power Supply

  • Output: Usually 0-30V, 0-3A
  • Features: Current limiting, digital display

• Signal Generator

  • Purpose: Generate various waveforms
  • Frequency range: 0.1Hz-1MHz typical

Circuit Components

• Resistors

  • Various values available
  • Precision: 1% or 5% typical

• Capacitors

  • Various capacitances
  • Types: Electrolytic, ceramic

• Inductors

  • Various inductances
  • Iron core and air core types

4. Thermodynamics

Temperature Measurement

• Mercury Thermometer

  • Range: -10°C to 110°C typical
  • Precision: 0.5°C or 1°C

• Digital Thermometer

  • Range: -50°C to 150°C typical
  • Precision: 0.1°C

• Thermocouple

  • Range: -200°C to 1200°C
  • Types: K, J most common

Calorimetry

• Calorimeter

  • Purpose: Heat capacity studies
  • Types: Coffee cup, bomb calorimeter

• Steam Generator

  • Purpose: Supply steam for heat studies
  • Usually electric heating

5. Modern Physics

Radiation

• Geiger Counter

  • Purpose: Detect ionizing radiation
  • Types: α, β, γ radiation

• Photoelectric Effect Apparatus

  • Purpose: Study quantum effects
  • Components: Photocell, filters, meter

Wave-Particle Duality

• Electron Diffraction Tube
  • Purpose: Demonstrate wave nature
  • Components: Electron gun, target

6. Safety Equipment

Personal Protection

• Safety Goggles

  • Purpose: Eye protection
  • Must be worn with lasers

• Lab Coat

  • Purpose: Body protection
  • Usually white cotton

Emergency Equipment

• Fire Extinguisher

  • Types: CO2, dry powder
  • Location: Easily accessible

• First Aid Kit

  • Basic medical supplies
  • Must be regularly checked

7. Data Collection

Digital

• Data Logger

  • Purpose: Automated data collection
  • Interfaces with various sensors

• Computer Interface

  • Purpose: Data analysis
  • Software: Usually provided by manufacturer

Manual

• Lab Notebook

  • Purpose: Record observations
  • Must be bound, permanent

• Graph Paper

  • Purpose: Data visualization
  • Various scales available

Care and Maintenance

1. Always clean equipment after use
2. Store in appropriate conditions
3. Regular calibration needed
4. Report any damage immediately
5. Follow manufacturer's guidelines

Safety Considerations

1. Read all safety instructions
2. Use protective equipment
3. Know emergency procedures
4. Proper training required
5. Regular safety checks needed

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