Van De Graaff Generator

The Generator consists of a dome supported by a pillar and rubber belt driven by an electric motor concealed in the metal base. Static electrical charge is produced by friction between this band and two rollers. The charge is removed from the belt by a metal gauze and stored in the dome. The motor is powered using mains supply (230 V). The base is fitted with a 4 mm diameter socket which can be used either for supporting a conducting sphere (fitted with cranked rod support) or for wire connection to a separate conducting sphere. cover is provided to keep the Van de Graaff free from dust when not in use. • Diameter of Generator Dome: 220 mm • Total Height: 500 mm • Base (max) Dimensions: 218 x 182 x 93 mm • Operating Voltage: 220 to 240 V AC (with 5 A cartridge fuse) • Dome Capacitance: (approx) 15 pF • Maximum (intermittent) current: (approx) µA • Maximum Spark Length: (approx) 50 mm • Diameter of Conducting Spheres: 100 mm Supplied with accessories as shown.