Joule's Calorimeter – 6 V, 2 Ω Heating Element

Joule's calorimeter for practical investigations of electrical heating and the relationship between electrical energy and heat. The calorimeter cup is fitted with a lid-mounted resistance heating coil and an insulated stirrer for use in laboratory experiments.

Key Features

• Calorimeter cup approximately 50 mm in diameter
• 2 Ω resistance heating coil supported by two nickel-plated brass stems
• Insulated 4 mm captive-head socket terminals for connection to a suitable 6 V supply
• Includes a robust insulated stirrer
• Suitable for investigations of the mechanical equivalent of heat and electrical heating
• Replacement heating coil available: 43CJE Spare Element

Specifications

• Supply: 6 V
• Heating element resistance: 2 Ω
• Calorimeter cup diameter: 50 mm
• Listed dimensions: 50 mm diameter × 75 mm
• Listed weight: 135 g

Compatible Accessory

Can be used with the separately available 43CCBL Calorimeter Insulation Box and Lid to reduce heat exchange with the surroundings.

Instructions

Joule's Calorimeter Instruction Sheet (PDF)

Safety Note

Use only with a suitable low-voltage laboratory power supply and under appropriate supervision. Heating components and liquids may become hot.