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5K20.50 Shaded Pole Motor

[Setup Time: 10 Min.] [Current Condition: Good]

Info

An aluminum can is arranged in an AC magnetic field. When a phase modulation is introduced by the presence of another conductor, the can spins.

Parts List

Can on pole in F. E&M, 1A

Induction Coil with Iron Core in F. E&M, 1A

Variac in L. Misc

Wire Leads in L. Misc

Switch in F. E&M, 1B

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