HODSON Light Box & Optical Kit, 12 Volts

This comprehensive HODSON Light Box & Optical Kit educational tool explores fundamental optics principles. Housed in a protective Styrofoam box, it is ideal for classroom and laboratory environments.

Design Improvements

The sliding collimating lens uses a durable friction slider for easier adjustment. Colour filters and plates are now moulded from heat-resistant polycarbonate for added strength. The quartz halogen lamp features a secure, tamper-proof socket and includes a spare. The lower power lamp allows two Light Boxes to run from one IEC power pack (LB2633-001).

Electrical & Connectivity Features

The Light Box can now house a miniature transformer, allowing it to be operated directly from 240V mains power. Its upgraded socket design enables one Light Box to connect directly to another. The banana plugs are moulded onto the cables and are stackable, preventing detachment or loss. A visual battery indicator ensures reliable operation.

Optical Components

The kit includes a Light Box with an adjustable collimating lens and two swinging mirrors for colour blending. It also comes with a comprehensive set of optical accessories including slit formers, filters, plates, mirrors, lenses, prisms, and acrylic blocks, all manufactured with precision tooling and water-clear clarity.

Educational Use

An experiment manual is included with each kit, covering all essential optics experiments. The components allow students to explore concepts such as ray formation, light dispersion, refraction, reflection, lens behaviour, and colour mixing in an engaging, hands-on format. The quality of materials and clarity of results make this an outstanding tool for visual and practical learning.

Product Features

• Educational Kit Design: Supports hands-on exploration of optics principles through a full range of components and experiments.
• Friction Slider Collimator: Simplifies adjustments and improves robustness, removing the need for delicate screw knobs.
• High-Temperature Filters: Durable polycarbonate construction ensures longevity under repeated classroom use.
• Secure Lamp Socket: Prevents tampering and increases safety during operation.
• Low-Wattage Quartz Halogen Lamp: Reduces power consumption and allows dual unit operation from a single power source.
• Stackable Banana Plugs: Provide secure electrical connections and prevent cable loss or detachment.
• Comprehensive Optical Accessories: Includes a wide range of prisms, lenses, mirrors, and filters for varied experiments.
• Australian Manufactured: Locally designed and manufactured, ensuring consistent quality and educational relevance.