Watt's governor

The Watt's Governor is a symmetrical pendulum system designed for demonstrating the centrifugal force. The identical pendulum arms are held in position by a coil spring. As the axle rotates, the arms lift against the force of gravity and can be used to control the speed,

Features of the Watt's Governor

• Pendulum system
• Symmetrical pendulum arms
• Spring coils keep the arms in a resting position
• Rotational speed causes the arms to lift
• Arms move against the force of gravity
• Ascension of the arms controls the speed

Technical Specification of the Watt's Governor

• Rotation diameter: 350mm
• Height: 250mm
• Diameter of axle: 10mm

Required Equipment with the Watt's Governor

• Experiment motor with gearbox
• Table Clamp
• DC Power Supply, 0-20V, 5A (230V, 50/60Hz) OR DC Power Supply, 0-20V, 5A (230V, 50/60Hz)

Compatible Equipment with the Watt's Governor

• Digital Stroboscope (115V, 50/60Hz)

Delivery Information

The Watt's Governor 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.