Magnetic Compass
Product Specification Sheet
Magnetic Compass
Model Number: MT-1339
The Magnetic Compass from Micro Technologies is a compact laboratory instrument designed for experiments involving magnetic direction, field orientation, magnetic poles and terrestrial magnetism. The MT-1339 incorporates a freely rotating magnetized needle with a graduated directional dial, providing convenient observation of magnetic orientation in physics and science laboratory applications.
Product Specification
The Magnetic Compass from Micro Technologies is designed for practical investigations involving magnetic direction and the behaviour of a freely rotating magnetized needle. It provides a convenient laboratory arrangement for observing the response of a magnetic needle to Earth's magnetic field and other nearby magnetic sources.
The MT-1339 incorporates a magnetized compass needle mounted within a circular housing. A directional dial provides a reference for observing the orientation of the needle and identifying principal compass directions during suitable experiments.
When positioned away from strong local magnetic disturbances, the compass needle tends to align approximately along the magnetic north-south direction due to its interaction with Earth's magnetic field. This makes the instrument useful for introducing the basic principles of terrestrial magnetism.
The compass can also be used to investigate the magnetic field around a permanent magnet. By positioning the compass at different locations around a bar magnet, horseshoe magnet or other suitable magnetic source, changes in needle orientation can be observed.
Such observations allow the Magnetic Compass to be used for magnetic field direction investigations. Multiple compass positions can be compared to understand how field orientation changes around different regions of a magnet.
The instrument is also useful for explaining the concept of the magnetic meridian. The resting direction of the needle provides a practical reference for discussing magnetic north and south under appropriate experimental conditions.
When a magnet is brought near the compass, the resulting needle deflection provides a clear demonstration of interaction between magnetic fields. The direction and magnitude of visible deflection depend on the relative position and orientation of the magnetic source.
The circular housing helps protect the internal needle arrangement while providing clear visibility of the directional markings. Its compact construction makes the compass convenient for individual laboratory experiments and demonstration setups.
The MT-1339 can complement bar magnets, U-shaped magnets, horseshoe magnets, electromagnets, magnetic needles and other magnetism equipment for broader investigations involving magnetic poles, field direction and terrestrial magnetism.
Since the compass operates using a permanent magnetized needle, no external electrical supply is required for normal use. This makes it convenient for repeated laboratory and field demonstrations.
Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies, the Magnetic Compass is suitable for physics laboratories, science laboratories, magnetism demonstration facilities and research applications involving magnetic direction and field investigations.
Features
- Compact magnetic compass
- Freely rotating magnetized needle
- Circular compass housing
- Graduated directional dial
- Clearly indicated directional references
- Suitable for north-south orientation
- Useful for magnetic field investigations
- Supports magnetic meridian demonstrations
- Suitable for terrestrial magnetism studies
- Responds to nearby magnetic fields
- Easy-to-observe needle movement
- Portable laboratory configuration
- No electrical power required
- Suitable for repeated experiments
Benefits
- Provides convenient magnetic direction indication
- Helps demonstrate Earth's magnetic field
- Supports magnetic field mapping experiments
- Useful for observing compass needle deflection
- Helps explain magnetic north and south
- Suitable for magnetic meridian investigations
- Can be used around different magnet configurations
- Compact design simplifies handling and storage
- Does not require an external power source
- Complements other magnetism laboratory apparatus
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Magnetic Compass |
| Model No. | MT-1339 |
| Product Type | Magnetic Direction Instrument |
| Configuration | Circular Compass |
| Indicator | Magnetized Needle |
| Needle Movement | Free Rotation |
| Dial | Graduated Directional Dial |
| Direction Reference | Cardinal Directions |
| Primary Application | Magnetic Direction |
| Suitable Studies | Magnetic Fields & Terrestrial Magnetism |
| Power Requirement | Not Required |
| Use | Physics / Science Laboratory |
Available Model
| Model No. | Product |
|---|---|
| MT-1339 | Magnetic Compass |
Applications
- Magnetic direction experiments
- Magnetic field direction studies
- Magnetic field mapping
- North-south orientation demonstrations
- Magnetic meridian experiments
- Terrestrial magnetism studies
- Compass needle deflection experiments
- Magnetic pole investigations
- Permanent magnet experiments
- Bar magnet field investigations
- Horseshoe magnet field investigations
- Physics laboratory demonstrations
- Science laboratory experiments
- Fundamental magnetism studies
Available Variants
Magnetic Compass, Laboratory Magnetic Compass, Physics Compass, Magnetic Direction Compass, Magnetic Field Compass, Compass Needle Instrument, Terrestrial Magnetism Compass, Magnetic Meridian Compass
SKU System
MT-MC-1339
FAQs
What is a Magnetic Compass used for?
A Magnetic Compass is used for determining magnetic direction and for laboratory investigations involving magnetic fields, compass needle orientation and terrestrial magnetism.
What is the Micro Technologies model number?
The Micro Technologies model number is MT-1339.
How does the Magnetic Compass indicate direction?
The instrument contains a freely rotating magnetized needle that responds to the surrounding magnetic field and tends to align with Earth's local magnetic field when other magnetic influences are sufficiently small.
Can it be used for magnetic field experiments?
Yes. The compass can be positioned around a suitable magnet to observe changes in needle orientation and investigate magnetic field direction.
Can it be used for magnetic field mapping?
Yes. Compass readings taken at different positions around a magnet can help demonstrate the changing direction of the magnetic field.
Can the compass demonstrate the magnetic meridian?
Yes. Under appropriate conditions, the resting direction of the needle can be used to introduce the concept of the magnetic meridian.
Will a nearby magnet deflect the compass needle?
Yes. A sufficiently strong nearby magnetic field can cause the needle to change its orientation, providing a practical demonstration of magnetic field interaction.
Does the Magnetic Compass require a stand?
No. The MT-1339 is a compact self-contained compass and does not require a separate stand for normal laboratory use.
Does the compass require electricity?
No. It operates using a permanent magnetized needle and therefore does not require an external electrical supply for normal operation.
Where can the Magnetic Compass be used?
It is suitable for physics laboratories, science laboratories, magnetism demonstration facilities and research environments involving magnetic direction and field investigations.
Why Choose Our Products
- Manufactured and supplied by Micro Technologies
- Compact self-contained compass design
- Freely rotating magnetic needle
- Graduated directional reference
- Suitable for magnetic field investigations
- Useful for terrestrial magnetism experiments
- Portable and reusable laboratory instrument
- Institutional and bulk procurement available
- OEM supply requirements supported
Call to Action
Choose the Magnetic Compass – MT-1339 from Micro Technologies for practical magnetic direction, field orientation and terrestrial magnetism experiments. Contact us for competitive pricing, institutional procurement, physics laboratory supply, bulk requirements, OEM orders and customized quotations.
