Laboratory Ray Box
Product Specification Sheet
Laboratory Ray Box
Model Number: MTO-19
The Laboratory Ray Box is a compact optical light source used to produce controlled single or multiple light rays for experiments involving reflection, refraction, lenses, prisms, and geometrical optics. Micro Technologies supplies the unit in a robust die-cast alloy housing with an open front and internal vertical grooves for accommodating a slit plate and cylindrical lens. The standard configuration includes a plastic plate with one slit and three slits, providing flexibility for different ray-tracing arrangements. Illumination is provided by a 12V, 24W SBC fine-filament lamp fitted in a suitable lamp holder. Its straightforward construction makes the ray box a practical light source for physics laboratories, optics setups, research facilities, universities, colleges, and institutional procurement.
Product Specification
The Laboratory Ray Box provides a simple and controlled method of generating visible single or multiple light rays for a wide range of geometrical optics experiments. It serves as a practical laboratory light source where clearly defined rays are required for observing reflection, refraction, convergence, divergence, and the behaviour of light through different optical components.
The housing is manufactured from die-cast alloy, providing a rigid structure suitable for repeated laboratory handling. Its front remains open, while vertical internal grooves accommodate the slit plate and cylindrical lens arrangement. This configuration allows the light output to be shaped into defined rays before it leaves the unit.
Micro Technologies supplies the Laboratory Ray Box with a plastic slit plate featuring both a single slit and three slits. The single-slit arrangement is useful when one clearly defined incident ray is required, while the three-slit configuration allows several parallel or related rays to be observed simultaneously. This makes it easier to visualize how lenses, prisms, mirrors, acrylic blocks, and other optical elements alter the path of light.
The illumination system uses a 12V, 24W SBC fine-filament lamp installed in a suitable lamp holder. The fine filament provides a concentrated source that works effectively with the slit and cylindrical lens arrangement to produce useful ray patterns for laboratory observation.
The Ray Box can be combined with plane and curved mirrors, convex and concave lenses, prisms, semi-circular blocks, rectangular optical blocks, and ray-optics sets. This versatility makes it a valuable supporting instrument for a complete optics laboratory.
With durable metal construction, selectable slit patterns, a practical low-voltage lamp system, and compatibility with common optical components, the Laboratory Ray Box offers dependable long-term value for routine ray-optics investigations and bulk laboratory installations.
Features
- Produces single or multiple light rays
- Robust die-cast alloy housing
- Open-front optical configuration
- Internal vertical grooves for optical accessories
- Includes single-slit and three-slit plastic plate
- Cylindrical lens arrangement for ray formation
- 12V, 24W SBC fine-filament lamp
- Suitable lamp holder included
- Compatible with common ray-optics components
- Suitable for reflection, refraction and lens experiments
Benefits
- Provides controlled rays for clear optical observations
- Single and multiple slit options increase experimental flexibility
- Metal housing supports repeated laboratory operation
- Low-voltage lamp configuration is practical for bench-top setups
- Compatible with multiple lenses, mirrors, prisms, and optical blocks
- Simple component arrangement reduces setup complexity
- Strong procurement value for complete optics laboratory installations
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Laboratory Ray Box |
| Internal Model No. | MT-30375 |
| Product Type | Optical Ray Light Source |
| Housing Material | Die-cast alloy |
| Housing Configuration | Open front |
| Ray Output | Single or multiple rays |
| Slit Plate | Plastic |
| Slit Configuration | Single slit and three slits |
| Lens Type | Cylindrical lens |
| Lamp Rating | 12V, 24W |
| Lamp Type | SBC fine-filament lamp |
| Lamp Holder | Included |
| Accessory Mounting | Internal vertical grooves |
| Accuracy / Tolerance | Laboratory-grade optical alignment |
| Calibration Standard | Alignment verification as required |
| Usage / Application | Ray tracing, reflection, refraction and lens experiments |
| Compliance Standard | Laboratory-grade electrical and manufacturing quality |
Available Variants
- MT-30375 – Standard Laboratory Ray Box
- Ray Box with single and triple slit plate
- Ray Box with cylindrical lens
- Ray Box with compatible optics accessories
- Complete ray-optics experiment configuration
SKU System
- MT-RB-12V24W – 12V, 24W Laboratory Ray Box
- MT-RB-ST3 – Single & Triple Slit Configuration
- MT-RB-CL – Ray Box with Cylindrical Lens
- MT-RB-OPT – Optics Experiment Configuration
- MT-RB-CUS – Customized Ray Box
FAQs
What is a Laboratory Ray Box used for?
A ray box produces controlled light rays for experiments involving reflection, refraction, lenses, prisms, and geometrical optics. It provides a visible ray source that can be directed through or toward different optical components.
Can the Ray Box produce more than one light ray?
Yes. The supplied plastic plate provides both a single-slit and three-slit configuration. This allows either one ray or multiple rays to be produced according to the experiment.
What lamp is used in the Ray Box?
The standard configuration uses a 12V, 24W SBC fine-filament lamp. The concentrated filament works with the slit and lens arrangement to produce suitable light-ray patterns.
What is the housing made from?
The Ray Box is constructed from die-cast alloy. This provides a rigid enclosure suitable for repeated handling and routine laboratory operation.
Is a cylindrical lens included?
Yes. A cylindrical lens is used with the slit arrangement to assist in forming suitable rays for optical investigations.
Can the Ray Box be used for refraction experiments?
Yes. It can be combined with rectangular blocks, semi-circular blocks, prisms, and other transparent optical components to investigate refraction and ray deviation.
Can it be used with convex and concave lenses?
Yes. Single or multiple rays from the box can be directed through convex and concave lenses to investigate convergence, divergence, focal behaviour, and basic lens ray diagrams.
Does the Ray Box require calibration?
Routine calibration is generally unnecessary. However, the lamp, slit plate, and cylindrical lens should remain correctly positioned to maintain clear and consistent ray formation.
How should the Ray Box be maintained?
Keep the optical components clean and periodically inspect the lamp and electrical connections. The unit should be disconnected from its power source before lamp replacement or electrical maintenance.
Can Laboratory Ray Boxes be ordered in bulk?
Yes. Bulk quantities can be supplied for physics laboratories, optics laboratories, universities, colleges, research facilities, scientific equipment distributors, and institutional projects.
Are replacement lamps or accessories available?
Replacement lamps, slit plates, lenses, or related accessories may be supplied according to the required specification and availability. Buyers should specify the required component when requesting replacements.
How is the Ray Box packed for transportation?
The housing, lamp, slit plate, lens, and electrical accessories are protected against movement and impact during transportation. Additional bulk and export packaging can be arranged when required.
Why Choose Our Products
- Durable die-cast alloy construction
- Single and multiple ray configurations
- Practical 12V, 24W fine-filament illumination system
- Quality-checked optical and electrical components
- Bulk supply capability for laboratories, institutions, and distributors
Call to Action
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