Small optical bench
Product Code : SCL-OS-12856
The Small Optical Bench by Educational Instrument provides a stable, space-saving platform for basic optics practicals. It allows students to place optical components in line and observe how changing distance affects image size, image position, focus, and clarity.
This apparatus is suitable for compact laboratory benches, classroom demonstrations, and student group experiments. It can be used with accessories such as a lens holder, glass lenses, screens, object pins, mirrors, and suitable light sources where supplied or available separately.
Key Features
Compact optical bench for basic physics and ray optics experiments.
Useful for focal length, image formation, refraction, and magnification studies.
Helps align lenses, screens, objects, mirrors, and light sources on one axis.
Suitable for schools, colleges, universities, TVET labs, and STEM classrooms.
Space-saving design for student practical tables and demonstration benches.
Compatible with standard optical accessories where the holder size matches.
Supports repeatable, hands-on learning of geometrical optics principles.
Technical Specifications
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Specification |
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Product Name |
Small optical bench |
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Primary Keyword |
Small optical bench |
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Brand |
Educational Instrument |
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Product Category |
Physics Lab Equipment / Optical Sectional / Optical Bench Apparatus |
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Intended Users |
Schools, colleges, universities, TVET laboratories, STEM labs, and physics educators |
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Capacity |
Not applicable; this is an optical alignment apparatus. Working length [confirm] |
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Material |
Bench rail, support base, sliding riders, and holders as per selected model [confirm] |
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Included Components |
Small bench and supplied accessories as per selected configuration [confirm] |
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Compatible Accessories |
Lens holder, screen holder, object pin, glass lenses, ray box, and light source where applicable |
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Secondary Keywords |
student optical bench, physics optical bench, lens experiment bench, ray optics apparatus, focal length apparatus, optics lab equipment |
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Standards / Certifications |
No product-specific certification confirmed; do not claim ISO, CE, or other certification unless verified for the supplied model |
What's Included in the Kit
Small optical bench base or rail as per supplied model [confirm]
Sliding riders or carriers as per selected configuration [confirm]
Lens holder, screen holder, object holder, or mirror holder if supplied [confirm]
Protective packing for institutional supply
Instruction sheet or experiment guide, if supplied with the selected version [confirm]
Applications / Uses
Measuring focal length of convex lenses in student practicals.
Studying real image formation on a screen.
Demonstrating object distance, image distance, and magnification.
Using a set of 6 glass lenses for refraction and image experiments.
Comparing compact bench work with the Optical Bench Single Rod for longer optical setups.
Combining the bench with a Mini Ray Box STEM Lab for ray tracing demonstrations.
How to Use the Small Optical Bench
Place the small optical bench on a clean, flat laboratory table.
Mount the object, lens, and screen on suitable sliding holders.
Align all components so their centres lie on the same optical axis.
Move the lens or screen until a sharp image is formed.
Record object distance and image distance if the bench scale is provided.
Repeat the experiment with different lens positions or lens types.
Use the readings to calculate focal length, magnification, or verify the lens formula.
Safety note: Handle glass lenses and mirrors carefully. Do not look directly into intense lamps, laser beams, or concentrated reflected light.
Care & Maintenance
Keep the bench rail clean so sliding holders move smoothly.
Store lenses, mirrors, and screens separately after use.
Do not force riders if they are misaligned or obstructed.
Keep the apparatus dry and wipe optical surfaces only with a soft lens cloth.
Why Choose Educational Instrument
Educational Instrument manufactures and exports scientific laboratory instruments, lab experiment setups, science kits, mathematics kits, didactic models, and STEM models and kits. The brand supplies practical teaching apparatus for schools, colleges, universities, and training laboratories. Its product range supports physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and hands-on STEM education. The Small Optical Bench is suitable for institutions that need a compact apparatus for foundational optics experiments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a small optical bench used for?
A small optical bench is used to align lenses, screens, mirrors, objects, and light sources for basic optics experiments. It helps students study focal length, image formation, magnification, and refraction.
Is the Small Optical Bench suitable for school laboratories?
Yes. It is suitable for school and college physics laboratories when used under teacher or laboratory supervisor guidance.
Can this optical bench be used for focal length experiments?
Yes. Students can use it to measure focal length by adjusting the object, lens, and screen positions and recording the distances.
Does the bench include lenses and holders?
The exact supplied components depend on the selected model. Confirm whether lenses, holders, screens, and object pins are included before final website upload.
What is the difference between a small optical bench and a full-size optical bench?
A small optical bench is more compact and suitable for basic student experiments. A full-size bench usually provides a longer working range for advanced optical setups.
Is any certification supplied with this product?
No product-specific certification is confirmed. Certification claims should be added only if verified documents are available for the supplied model.
For related optics teaching apparatus, explore the Optical Sectional equipment category from Educational Instrument.
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