United Scientific Supplies Physics Education: Optics Supplies
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Glass Block
United Scientific SuppliesRectangular glass block with two frosted sides, 114mm x 63mm x 19mm.
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Plastic Frame Magnifying Glass
United Scientific SuppliesMagnifying Glass with Glass lenses molded into high quality unibody plastic frames.
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Convex Mirror
United Scientific SuppliesOptically true glass with scratch-resistant copper back silvering individual glass mirrors ideal for a variety of optics experiments. Focal lenghts available from 25mm - 300mm.
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Giant Folding Magnifier
United Scientific SuppliesThis magnifier offers an extra large field of view, hands free use, and folds down to a compact size for storage. Its 10cm lens provides 6x magnification. Ideal for use on a lab table, and for dissecting small specimens like owl pellets.
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Spectrum Tubes
United Scientific SuppliesThe classic demonstration of spectral lines. Each tube has its characteristic spectrum when energized before a spectroscope. These tubes acquaint students with the spectra of common gasses in their pure form as well as for demonstrating wavelength. The glass tubes are 25 cm long with the capillary…
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GRATING
United Scientific SuppliesQuality linear gratings protected by two glass plates, 60mm x 45mm. Viewing area measures approximately 37mm x 20mm. The DFG525-pk/5 Diffraction Gratings in Slide Viewers has a viewing area of 35mm x 25mm.
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Color Filters Acrylic
United Scientific SuppliesSet of five color filters (2.5" x 2.5" x 1/8") made of acrylic. Includes one each of the following colors: red, orange, yellow, blue and green.
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Introductory Optical Bench Set
United Scientific SuppliesAn economical, high quality bench set that is excellent value for introductory lens work. Features include: 74cm extruded aluminum bench with push-on plastic feet and large easy to read scale, three-position riders accommodate push-in stems of optical parts, pushing stem in locks rider in…
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Optics Set
United Scientific SuppliesIncludes two acrylic lenses, one each of double convex, and double concave, and three mirrors, one each of convex, concave and plane. Packed in a cushioned wood storage box.
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Refraction Cell
United Scientific SuppliesThese clear acrylic refraction cells are excellent for showing refraction and internal reflection in water and to measure its refractive index. The cells have uniform wall thickness to eliminate distortions.
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DUAL LASER POINTER
United Scientific SuppliesEconomical laser pointers are useful for many optical experiments. Lasers operate on a push-button switch, are housed in a rubberized aluminum pen-style case, and include a pocket clip. Laser Pointer features both Red/Green beams. The 6" long x 0.5" diameter Class 3R Red laser pointer has a maximum…
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Right Angle Refraction Prism
United Scientific SuppliesPolished Flint Glass or Acyrlic Right Angle Refraction Prism.
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United Scientific™ LASER POINTER WITH HOLDER
United Scientific SuppliesLaser experiments in reflection, refraction and diffraction are staples in physics. Holding the laser steady, and in the proper position, is important for experimental consistency. This apparatus that allows you to securely hold a laser pointer at any angle and the clip can hold the toggle button…
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Plain Acrylic Mirror Strips
United Scientific SuppliesMade from Acrylic about 3mm thick, with highly silvered back.
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Optical Bench Set
United Scientific SuppliesThe optical bench set is designed for basic geometric optics experiments, including imaging by lenses and mirrors. The optical elements are mounted in protective frames with mounting rods for easy alignment, and the four captive riders have an index mark and set screws to secure the rider and…
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Equilateral Refraction Prism
United Scientific SuppliesAcrylic or Flint Glass equilateral refraction prism, measuring 75mm long by 9mm thick.
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Hydrogen and Helium Spectrum Tube
United Scientific SuppliesDuring most of their life, stars are mostly composed of hydrogen and generate energy by converting it to helium. Although other elements are present to give individual stars their “fingerprint” the lines of hydrogen and helium are visible in stellar spectra, as in this tube. The…
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Hollow Acrylic Prism,w/ Funnel & Stopper
United Scientific SuppliesEquilateral, 45mm sides hollow acrylic prism. Has one hole for adding fluids to study refraction and dispersion. Comes with a funnel and a stopper.
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Concave Mirror
United Scientific SuppliesOptically true glass with scratch-resistant copper back silvering individual glass mirrors ideal for a variety of optics experiments. Focal lenghts available from 25mm - 300mm.
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Prism Set
United Scientific SuppliesConstructed of clear acrylic with highly polished surfaces, these prisms are ideal for projecting a clear, sharp spectrum. Set of Right-Angled Prisms consists of 25mm, 50mm, and 75mm long prisms.
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Folding Magnifier in Pouch
United Scientific SuppliesFolding magnifier in a pouch. 50mm diameter, 2.5x magnification.
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Acrylic Right Angle Prism
United Scientific SuppliesPolished Acrylic or Flint Glass Right Angle Prisms.
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Double Convex Lens
United Scientific SuppliesMade from Plate Glass, with carefully ground and polished optical survaces, and cleanly ground edges, these lenses feature a diameter of 38mm - 125mm and focal lengths from 50mm - 500mm.
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NEWTON'S RING APPARTUS
United Scientific SuppliesThe Newton’s Rings Apparatus consists of a plano-convex lens on top of a flat glass plate, held together by a plastic frame. The pressure between the lens and the plate can be adjusted by means of three thumbscrews.
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LED STROBOSCOPE
United Scientific SuppliesThis unique hand-held stroboscope was made possible by the development of high-power LEDs. The 30W Super-LED delivers bright flashes at adjustable rates from 1 Hz to 250 Hz, ideal for the motion rates encountered in lab situations. Features magnetic pads on back for attaching to vertical steel…
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PERISCOPE
United Scientific SuppliesInspired by naval periscopes used on submarines, our handheld periscope is designed to show students the reflective qualities of light. Our version consists of an outer case with mirrors at each end set parallel to each other at a 45 degree angle.
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Acrylic Equilateral Prism
United Scientific SuppliesEquilateral prisms, made from high quality clear acrylic sheet with highly polished surfaces.
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Glass Mirrors
United Scientific SuppliesA set of six glass spherical mirrors with back survace silvering. Includes three convex and three concave mirrors, all of 50mm diameter. Focal lengths are: 50mm, 100mm, 200mm, -50mm, -100mm, -200mm.
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White Board Optics Kit
United Scientific SuppliesA comprehensive and economical set of equipment for ray optics and color experiments using magnetic-backed components that can be used on the included whiteboard or any installed steel whiteboard. This set is a great value! The set's topic range includes the optics of lenses, mirrors and…
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Mirror Support
United Scientific SuppliesDesigned to support shperical mirrors and lenses. This polished wooden support is 5" tall and has a 1.5" V shaped grooved wedge to hold mirrors or lenses 38mm through 100mm securely in place. Plastic supports to securely hold a mirror in a vertical position on any flat surface.