Mini Science Kit – Magnets and Springs (Product Code: SLE/CH/163) combines two classic force topics in one box. Pupils investigate magnets and magnetic materials, test whether magnets work through other materials, compare the strength of different magnets, reveal magnetic fields and finish by making a catapult that stores and releases energy. From Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India, it is a practical magnetism experiment kit that lets children discover forces acting at a distance and forces from stretched materials.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Mini science kit (topic kit) |
| Topic | Magnets and springs |
| Magnetism activities | Magnets through materials, investigating magnets, magnetic materials, magnet strength, magnetic fields |
| Springs activity | Making a catapult |
| Activities | Six activities, listed below |
Activities performed with this kit:
Magnet lessons often begin with free exploration: pupils find that magnets attract and repel each other and that only some materials stick to them. They then sort a collection of objects into magnetic and non-magnetic, and discover that being metal is not enough – iron and steel are attracted, while many other metals are not. To compare strength, groups count how many paper clips each magnet can hold or place sheets of card between magnet and clip until the pull stops, which also answers whether magnets work through other materials.
Mapping the field around a magnet, for example with small plotting compasses, shows the invisible pattern of the force. The catapult activity switches to springs: the further a spring or elastic band is stretched, the more energy it stores and the further a light object travels. As a physics experiment kit for school, it works best with clear safety rules – launch only soft, light objects at targets on the floor, never towards people.
Made in Ambala, Haryana, by Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited – the company that trades as ScienceLab – this kit belongs to a series of topic kits for school science. Learn more on our company profile.
Magnets and accessories that extend the investigations:
Other kits are listed in Chemistry Lab Equipment.
Which types of magnet are in the kit?
The magnet types and quantities are not listed on this page. Please ask via our contact page for the current contents.
How can pupils compare magnet strength fairly?
Use the same test for every magnet – for example, the number of paper clips held in a chain, or the number of card sheets the magnet can still attract through.
How is the magnetic field made visible?
Small plotting compasses placed around the magnet point along the field lines, and pupils can draw the pattern they reveal.
How should magnets be stored?
Keep them in pairs with opposite poles together, avoid dropping them, and store them away from phones, cards and electronic equipment.
Is the catapult activity safe?
Yes, with supervision: use light, soft projectiles, aim at floor targets and keep everyone behind the launch line.
What information do you need for a school quotation?
The number of kits, any extra magnets or compasses, and the delivery address. We supply India and international markets.
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Last updated: 24 September 2026