Ripple Tank
Product Specification Sheet
Ripple Tank
Model Number: MTW-01
The Ripple Tank is a complete laboratory apparatus for investigating fundamental wave phenomena including reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, and wave propagation. Micro Technologies supplies the system with a transparent viewing tray of approximately 33 × 30 cm, adjustable supporting legs, reflecting mirror, LED light source with steady and strobe modes, ripple generator, support rods, interchangeable plane and point dippers, and a comprehensive range of wave accessories. A digital ripple controller provides synchronized or independent frequency adjustment for the ripple generator and light source, with ripple frequency adjustable from approximately 1.0 to 50.0 Hz in 0.5 Hz steps and light frequency adjustable in 0.1 Hz increments. The complete arrangement provides clear visualization of water-wave patterns and supports a wide range of quantitative and qualitative wave investigations.
Product Specification
The Ripple Tank is a comprehensive wave-motion apparatus designed for practical investigation of water-wave behaviour. It provides a visible two-dimensional medium in which wavefronts can be generated, observed, manipulated, and compared under different experimental conditions.
The apparatus incorporates a transparent viewing tray with an approximate working area of 33 × 30 cm. The tray is supported by three adjustable legs that allow the unit to be levelled before experiments. Correct levelling helps maintain a consistent water depth across the viewing area, which is important for obtaining uniform wave patterns.
Micro Technologies supplies the Ripple Tank with a reflecting mirror positioned beneath the tray. This mirror assists in projecting or viewing wave patterns produced on the water surface. A bright LED light source is provided with both steady and strobe operating modes, allowing wavefronts to be observed under different illumination conditions.
The wave-generating arrangement includes a ripple generator, sturdy support rods, and interchangeable plane and point dippers. These accessories allow different wavefront geometries to be produced. Plane dippers can generate approximately straight wavefronts, while point dippers can be used to produce circular waves.
A major feature of the apparatus is the digital ripple controller. It allows synchronized or separate frequency control of the ripple generator and the strobe light source. Ripple frequency is adjustable from approximately 1.0 to 50.0 Hz in 0.5 Hz steps, providing a broad operating range for different wave investigations.
The light-source frequency can be adjusted in increments of approximately 0.1 Hz. This fine control allows useful stroboscopic effects to be produced. By appropriately matching or varying the light frequency relative to the ripple frequency, moving wave patterns can appear slowed, stationary, or “frozen,” making detailed observation easier.
A comprehensive accessory set extends the range of experiments that can be performed. The system includes barriers of different dimensions, curved reflectors, and refractors with concave, convex, and trapezoidal profiles. These components allow wave behaviour to be investigated under a variety of boundary and medium conditions.
With its transparent tank, digital frequency control, LED stroboscopic illumination, interchangeable wave generators, and extensive accessories, the Ripple Tank provides a versatile solution for detailed investigations of reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, wavelength, frequency, and general wave propagation.
Features
- Complete ripple tank experimental system
- Transparent viewing tray
- Approximate viewing area of 33 × 30 cm
- Three adjustable levelling legs
- Reflecting mirror for improved wave visualization
- Bright LED illumination system
- Steady and strobe lighting modes
- Digital ripple controller
- Ripple frequency range of approx. 1.0–50.0 Hz
- Ripple adjustment in approx. 0.5 Hz steps
- Light frequency adjustment in approx. 0.1 Hz increments
- Synchronized or independent frequency control
- Interchangeable plane and point dippers
- Multiple barriers, reflectors, and refractors included
Benefits
- One apparatus supports multiple wave-motion investigations
- Digital frequency adjustment provides controlled wave generation
- Strobe illumination makes fast-moving wave patterns easier to observe
- Adjustable legs help maintain consistent water depth
- Interchangeable dippers produce different wavefront geometries
- Wide accessory range reduces additional equipment requirements
- Suitable for both qualitative observations and quantitative experiments
- Complete configuration provides strong value for laboratory procurement
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Ripple Tank |
| Internal Model No. | MT-6044B |
| Product Type | Water Wave Experimental Apparatus |
| Viewing Tray | Transparent |
| Viewing Area | Approx. 33 × 30 cm |
| Support | Three adjustable levelling legs |
| Wave Generator | Ripple generator |
| Dippers | Interchangeable plane and point types |
| Illumination | Bright LED light source |
| Light Modes | Steady and strobe |
| Controller Type | Digital ripple controller |
| Ripple Frequency Range | Approx. 1.0–50.0 Hz |
| Ripple Frequency Resolution | Approx. 0.5 Hz steps |
| Light Frequency Adjustment | Approx. 0.1 Hz increments |
| Frequency Control | Synchronized or independent |
| Reflecting Mirror | Included |
| Support Rods | Included |
| Barriers | Long, short and mini |
| Reflectors | Curved reflectors included |
| Refractors | Concave, convex and trapezoidal |
| Usage / Application | Reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference and wave propagation |
| Compliance Standard | Laboratory-grade optical, mechanical and electronic construction |
Available Variants
- MT-6044B – Complete Digital Ripple Tank
- Ripple Tank with LED strobe illumination
- Ripple Tank with digital frequency controller
- Complete wave experiment system with accessories
- Customized ripple tank configuration for bulk requirements
SKU System
- MT-RT-DIG – Digital Ripple Tank
- MT-RT-LED – LED Illumination Configuration
- MT-RT-STB – Strobe Light Configuration
- MT-RT-FULL – Complete Ripple Tank with Accessories
- MT-RT-CUS – Customized Ripple Tank Configuration
FAQs
What is a Ripple Tank used for?
A Ripple Tank is used to investigate water-wave behaviour, including reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, wavelength, frequency, and wave propagation.
What is the viewing area of the tank?
The transparent tray provides an approximate viewing area of 33 × 30 cm, offering sufficient space for observing different wave patterns.
What is the ripple frequency range?
The digital controller allows the ripple generator frequency to be adjusted from approximately 1.0 to 50.0 Hz in increments of approximately 0.5 Hz.
Does the Ripple Tank include strobe illumination?
Yes. A bright LED light source is provided with steady and strobe modes to improve observation of moving water-wave patterns.
What is the purpose of the strobe function?
Stroboscopic illumination can make rapidly moving waves appear slower or nearly stationary, helping users examine wavefront shapes and movement more clearly.
Can straight and circular waves be generated?
Yes. Interchangeable plane and point dippers are included. The plane dipper can generate approximately straight wavefronts, while a point dipper produces circular waves.
Can reflection experiments be performed?
Yes. Barriers and curved reflectors can be positioned in the tank to investigate reflection from different boundary shapes.
Can refraction be investigated?
Yes. Concave, convex, and trapezoidal refractors are included for investigating changes in wave behaviour under different water-depth conditions.
Can diffraction and interference be demonstrated?
Yes. The included barriers and wave-generating accessories can be arranged to investigate diffraction through openings and interference between multiple wave sources.
Why does the tank have adjustable legs?
The three adjustable legs allow the transparent tray to be levelled. Proper levelling helps maintain a uniform water depth and improves consistency of wave patterns.
What accessories are included?
The system includes support rods, plane and point dippers, long, short and mini barriers, curved reflectors, and concave, convex, and trapezoidal refractors.
Can Ripple Tanks be ordered in bulk?
Yes. Micro Technologies can supply Ripple Tanks in bulk for physics laboratories, universities, colleges, research facilities, scientific equipment distributors, and institutional laboratory projects.
Why Choose Our Products
- Wide 1.0–50.0 Hz digitally controlled ripple frequency
- Fine 0.1 Hz light-frequency adjustment
- LED steady and strobe illumination
- Comprehensive wave experiment accessory set
- Quality-checked mechanical and electronic construction
- Bulk supply capability for laboratory projects
Call to Action
Planning a wave-motion laboratory or upgrading existing physics equipment? Micro Technologies supplies complete Ripple Tank systems with digital control, wave accessories, and bulk procurement support. Send your required quantity or technical specifications for pricing, institutional supply, distributor orders, or customized configurations.
