Magnetic Needle on Stand
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Product Code : SCL-EE-12279
Quick Answer: The Magnetic Needle on Stand is a magnetism apparatus with a freely pivoted magnetised needle on a raised stand, used to show magnetic direction and how the needle responds to nearby magnets.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
- Freely pivoted magnetised needle aligns with the surrounding magnetic field.
- Raised stand keeps the needle visible in group demonstrations.
- Shows magnetic north-south direction, poles, attraction and repulsion.
- Works with bar magnets, electromagnets, coils and field demonstrators.
- No electricity needed for basic direction demonstrations.
About This Product
The apparatus is set on a stable, non-magnetic table with iron objects, strong magnets and electrical devices kept away, and the needle is allowed to settle so its resting direction can be noted. A bar magnet is then brought near and moved to different positions while students record how the needle turns. These observations introduce compass action before more advanced field-mapping work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What happens when a bar magnet is brought near the needle?
The needle deflects. Moving the magnet to different positions changes the needle direction, which students use to explain field direction, poles, attraction and repulsion.
Related: Electricity & Electromagnetism, Dynamo Model AC DC.
For a quotation on the Magnetic Needle on Stand, contact School Equipments India.
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