Quick Answer: The Phenakistoscope Model is a spinning disc with radial slits that demonstrates persistence of vision and stroboscopic motion, the principle behind early moving pictures. It is made of engineering polymer on a polished alloy spindle with a low-friction central bearing.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Radial stroboscopic slits
Engineering polymer construction
Polished alloy spindle
Low-friction central bearing for even rotation
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Material
Engineering polymer, polished alloy spindle
Apertures
Radial stroboscopic slits
Rotation
Low-friction central bearing
About This Product
As the model spins, viewing through the slits breaks the motion into brief glimpses that the eye blends together. Students use it to explore persistence of vision, the phi phenomenon and how early animation created the illusion of movement. Educational Instrument can arrange export supply of the Phenakistoscope Model to Saint Lucia, Colombia, Madagascar, New Zealand, Gabon and Kiribati.
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