Magdeburg Hemispheres

The Magdeburg Hemispheres are used to demonstrate Von Guericke’s historical experiment on the effect of atmospheric air pressure.

The two plastic hemispheres are equipped with handles and can be joined vacuum-tight using the insertable rubber sealing ring. One hemisphere has a stopcock, for turning on and off the flow, and a hose connection.

The Magdeburg Hemispheres come with an air hose and are for use with the Vacuum Hand Pump.

Required Equipment

To use the Magdeburg Hemispheres, you will also require the following:

• Vacuum Hand Pump

Technical Specification

• Vacuum connection: 8mm
• Diameter: 120mm
• Hose length: 110mm

Delivery Information

The Magdeburg Hemispheres is usually delivered within 3 to 5 working days of ordering via UPS courier.

If you would like up to the minute delivery and tracking information for your order, please contact the Lab World Customer Care Team by telephone on 020 7501 1105 or by email using the form below. We look forward to helping you with your enquiry.