Planetarium
Product Code : EL-A-11198
Quick Answer: The Planetarium is a working model of the planetary system in which model planets revolve around the Sun at their correct relative speeds, with a northern hemisphere star dome and large Earth and Moon accessories.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
- Model planets revolve around the Sun at correct relative speeds on a circular base
- Calendar and degree scale on the upper edge of the base for setting planetary positions
- Star dome of the northern hemisphere
- Large Earth and Moon: the Earth rotates on its axis while the Moon orbits it every 29.5 'days'
- 240V mains power unit with double insulation and thermal cut-out for overload protection
- Teaching manual covering history, the Sun, planets, comets and space exploration, with demonstration tips
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power unit | 240V mains, double insulation, thermal cut-out |
| Star dome | Northern hemisphere |
| Setting scales | Calendar and degree scale |
| Moon orbit (model) | 29.5 'days' |
About This Product
The model supports study of the planets in their orbits, including the length of a year and inferior and superior planets, the phases of Venus, eclipse basics, solar and sidereal time, the ecliptic and Zodiacal constellations, and how the planets appear to move against the night sky. With an external light source such as a torch or projector, the larger Earth and Moon show day and night, shadows and the seasons, the tides, and the Moon's month, phases and eclipses more clearly. The Planetarium is available for supply within India and for export to Angola, Australia, Jordan, Yemen, Solomon Islands and Kiribati.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is a light source needed for the Moon demonstrations?
Yes. An external light source, such as a torch or projector, is required to show the Moon and its phases and the other events demonstrated with the large Earth and Moon.
Q2. Which star dome is supplied?
The planetarium is supplied with a star dome for the northern hemisphere.
Related: Astronomy, Solar System Model Big, Phases of Moon Working Model.
For a quotation on the Planetarium, contact School Equipments India.
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