American Educational 7-509 Plastic Economy Wimshurst Machine

The American Educational Products 7-509 fully assembled Wimshurst Machine demonstrates electrostatic induction and the production of electric charges, and can produce sparks up to 2-1/2". It has molded plastic parts for durability, including a stand, two leyden jars, pulleys, and two handles. It has steel rods, and two acrylic flywheels. It is attached to a wood base for stability.

Science education products incorporate applied math and science principles into classroom and homeschool-based projects. Teachers in pre-K, elementary, and secondary classrooms use science education kits and products alongside science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) curriculum to demonstrate STEM concepts and real-world applications through hands-on activities. Science education projects include a broad range of activities, such as practical experiments in engineering, aeronautics, robotics, energy, chemistry, physics, biology, and geology.

American Educational Products manufactures learning materials in math, science, and reading/language arts for students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The company, founded in 1986, is headquartered in Fort Collins, CO.