KidWind Mini Wind Kit
- Order number: KW-MWT
- Supplier Name: Vernier Science Education
- Supplier Number: KW-MWT
- Warranty(Years): 2
This is an easy-to-build turbine that will light an LED bulb and play a tune. The highly efficient blades will produce plenty of power in a slight breeze.
Mini Wind Turbine
- Mini Nacelle Assembly (1)
- 10″ Mini Aluminum Tower (1)
- Mini Base (1)
- Red Blade Set (1)
- Sound and Light Board (1)
- Red Alligator Clip Cord (1)
- Black Alligator Clip Cord (1)
* This part is a consumable and is excluded from warranty.
Note: The Mini Wind Turbine does not include a multimeter. You can measure current and voltage from the turbines using a Vernier Energy Sensor, a load such as the Vernier Variable Load or Resistor Board, and an interface.
Specifications
- Height: 12 in
- Maximum blade diameter: 8 in (Mini Turbine), 16 in. (with blade design option)
- Expected power output: 0-1 watts
- Table of floor space needed: 6 in. diameter circle
| grade: | Middle years, upper primary |
| Fachbereich: | Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung - BNE, fächerübergreifend, Natur, Mensch, Gesellschaft - NMG |
| Subject: | design, geography, physics, renewable energy, Science, Weather |
Celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2016, Vernier Software & Technology continues to be a leading innovator of scientific data-collection technology. Focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), Vernier is dedicated to developing creative ways to teach and learn using hands-on science and math. Vernier creates easy-to-use and affordable science interfaces, sensors, and graphing/analysis software. With world-wide distribution to over 140 countries, Vernier products are used by educators and students from elementary school to college. Vernier’s technology-based solutions enhance STEM education, increase learning, and build students’ critical thinking skills. Vernier’s business culture is grounded in Earth-friendly policies and practices, and the company provides a family-friendly workplace.
