Dynamic Carts
Product Specification Sheet
Dynamic Carts
Model Number: MTM-74
The Dynamic Carts from Micro Technologies are sturdy steel-bodied mechanics carts designed for experiments involving motion, acceleration, momentum, force and collisions. Each cart features three low-friction ball-bearing wheels, aligned axles, a rubber-covered cart bed and stacking pins. Each cart weighs approximately 1.5 kg and can be stacked with another cart to double the experimental mass.
Product Specification
The Dynamic Carts from Micro Technologies are robust mechanics laboratory carts designed for practical investigations involving linear motion, velocity, acceleration, force, momentum and collision dynamics.
Each cart features a sturdy steel body designed to withstand repeated handling and regular laboratory use.
The cart is fitted with three low-friction ball-bearing wheels. The wheels and axles are carefully aligned to help the cart roll along a true line with minimal deviation.
Accurate straight-line movement is particularly important during dynamics experiments because unwanted sideways motion can introduce errors into velocity, acceleration and collision measurements.
The low-friction wheel arrangement also helps reduce rolling resistance so the observed motion more closely represents theoretical mechanics conditions.
Each cart has an approximate mass of 1.5 kg, providing a substantial and stable platform for quantitative experiments.
The cart bed is covered with a rubber pad. This surface provides additional protection and helps support suitable experimental loads placed on the cart.
The ends of the cart rise above the bed to carry a brick or other suitable mass, allowing the total moving mass to be increased for force, acceleration and momentum experiments.
This capability is particularly useful for investigations based on Newton's Second Law:
F = ma
where:
F = Net Force
m = Total Mass
a = Acceleration
Students can increase the mass carried by the cart and observe how acceleration changes for a given applied force.
The carts can also be used for momentum experiments.
Linear momentum is represented by:
p = mv
where:
p = Momentum
m = Mass
v = Velocity
When two carts interact or collide, their motion before and after impact can be compared to investigate the principle of conservation of momentum.
Another important feature is the provision of a clip at one end of each cart for attaching a tape. This can be useful with compatible motion-recording or timing arrangements.
The cart also incorporates stacking pins.
These pins are designed so that one cart can be positioned securely on top of another cart.
Stacking two carts effectively doubles the moving mass, providing a convenient way to investigate the effect of mass without requiring a completely different trolley.
For example, students can compare the acceleration of a single cart with that of two stacked carts when subjected to similar applied forces.
This arrangement can also be useful for comparing momentum and inertia under different mass conditions.
The carts may be combined with suitable laboratory accessories such as pulley systems, cords, hanging masses, inclined planes and timing equipment to perform a broad range of mechanics experiments.
Their durable steel construction, low-friction wheels and adjustable loading capability make them suitable for repeated quantitative and demonstration work.
Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies, the Dynamic Carts provide a versatile solution for physics and mechanics laboratories studying fundamental principles of dynamics.
Features
- Sturdy steel body
- Three low-friction ball-bearing wheels
- Carefully aligned wheels and axles
- Designed for straight-line rolling
- Approx. mass of 1.5 kg per cart
- Rubber-covered cart bed
- Raised ends for carrying additional loads
- Suitable for carrying a brick or other mass
- Tape attachment clip at one end
- Stacking pins provided
- Two carts can be stacked
- Stacking can double experimental mass
- Suitable for collision experiments
- Supports momentum studies
- Suitable for force and acceleration experiments
Benefits
- Steel construction provides durability
- Low-friction wheels improve experimental accuracy
- Aligned axles help maintain a straight path
- Additional loads can be placed on the cart
- Rubber bed provides a practical load-carrying surface
- Stacking allows convenient mass variation
- Useful for Newton's laws investigations
- Supports conservation-of-momentum experiments
- Suitable for velocity and acceleration studies
- Tape clip allows integration with suitable recording systems
- Can be combined with common mechanics accessories
- Suitable for repeated laboratory experiments
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Dynamic Carts |
| Product Type | Low-Friction Mechanics Cart |
| Body Material | Steel |
| Number of Wheels | 3 |
| Wheel Type | Low-Friction Ball-Bearing |
| Wheel Alignment | Straight-Line Rolling |
| Approx. Mass | 1.5 kg per Cart |
| Cart Bed | Rubber Covered |
| Load Carrying | Supported |
| Raised Ends | Provided |
| Tape Attachment Clip | Provided at One End |
| Stacking Pins | Provided |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Double-Mass Configuration | Supported by Stacking Two Carts |
| Momentum Experiments | Supported |
| Collision Experiments | Supported |
| Acceleration Studies | Supported |
| Use | Physics / Mechanics Laboratory |
Applications
- Linear motion experiments
- Velocity experiments
- Acceleration measurements
- Newton's laws demonstrations
- Force and mass investigations
- Inertia experiments
- Momentum studies
- Conservation of momentum experiments
- Collision experiments
- Variable-mass experiments
- Stacked-cart investigations
- Dynamics experiments
- Pulley and hanging-mass experiments
- Mechanics laboratory practicals
- Physics laboratory demonstrations
Available Variants
Dynamic Cart, Dynamic Cart Pair, Steel Dynamic Cart, Low-Friction Dynamic Cart, Stackable Dynamic Cart, Ball-Bearing Dynamics Cart, Collision Cart, Momentum Experiment Cart
SKU System
MT-DC-Series
FAQs
What are Dynamic Carts used for?
Dynamic Carts are used for experiments involving motion, velocity, acceleration, force, inertia, momentum and collisions.
What material are the carts made from?
The carts feature a sturdy steel body suitable for repeated laboratory handling.
How many wheels does each cart have?
Each cart is fitted with three low-friction ball-bearing wheels.
Why are the wheels and axles carefully aligned?
Proper alignment helps the cart travel along a straight path with minimal deviation, improving experimental consistency.
What is the approximate weight of each cart?
Each cart weighs approximately 1.5 kg.
Can additional mass be placed on the cart?
Yes. The cart has raised ends and a rubber-covered bed suitable for carrying a brick or other experimental mass.
Can two Dynamic Carts be stacked?
Yes. Stacking pins are provided, allowing one cart to be securely placed on another.
Why would two carts be stacked together?
Stacking two carts approximately doubles the moving mass, making it convenient to investigate how mass affects acceleration, inertia and momentum.
Is a tape attachment provided?
Yes. A clip at one end of the cart allows a suitable tape to be attached for compatible experimental arrangements.
Can these carts be used for collision experiments?
Yes. They are suitable for collision and conservation-of-momentum experiments when used in an appropriate laboratory setup.
Why Choose Our Products
- Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies
- Strong steel construction
- Three low-friction ball-bearing wheels
- Carefully aligned wheel and axle system
- Approx. 1.5 kg cart mass
- Rubber-covered load bed
- Additional mass carrying capability
- Stackable design for double-mass experiments
- Suitable for dynamics and collision investigations
- Institutional, bulk and OEM supply available
Call to Action
Equip your laboratory with Dynamic Carts from Micro Technologies for reliable experiments involving motion, acceleration, momentum, inertia and collisions. Their steel construction, low-friction ball-bearing wheels and stackable design provide a versatile platform for mechanics investigations. Contact us for institutional pricing, bulk procurement, OEM supply and customized quotations.
