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Wood & Metal Cylinder
Wood & Metal Cylinder (Product Code: SLE/PHY/320) is a 200 x 30mm cylindrical rod, half metal and half wood, used to demonstrate the difference between good and poor conductors of heat in school physics and general science labs. Paper wrapped round the rod and held briefly over a Bunsen flame scorches over the wood but stays uncharred over the metal, a result students remember. It is made by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), an OEM manufacturer, at its own factory in Ambala, India.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Form | Cylindrical rod made of two halves |
| Materials | One end metal, the other end wood |
| Dimensions | 200 x 30mm (dia.) |
| Heat source needed | Bunsen flame (not included) |
| Product code | SLE/PHY/320 |
| Manufacturer | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab) — OEM |
| Country of origin | India (made in Ambala, Haryana) |
What Is the Wood and Metal Cylinder Used For?
Wrap a single sheet of paper tightly round the join so that half the paper lies on wood and half on metal, then hold the rod briefly above a Bunsen flame. The metal conducts heat away from the paper so quickly that the paper over it stays below the temperature at which it chars. Wood is a poor conductor, so the paper over the wooden half heats up and scorches almost at once.
The side-by-side result makes this a memorable heat energy science kit piece for lessons on conduction, insulators and everyday examples such as wooden handles on metal pans. Keep the exposure short, hold the rod at the end away from the flame, and have students allow the metal half to cool before touching it or rewrapping.
OEM Manufacturer
The Wood & Metal Cylinder comes from Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, which trades as ScienceLab and acts as the OEM for this apparatus. The rods are made and assembled at the company's own licensed factory at Saha, Ambala, Haryana, India, and supplied direct from the factory to schools, colleges, dealers and importers. Ask us for repeat orders or class quantities and the manufacturer will quote directly. Our company profile has more background.
Related Physics Lab Equipment
Items that pair well with the Wood & Metal Cylinder in a conduction lesson:
- Bunsen Burner — the flame source needed for the scorching test.
- Apparatus Heat/Thermal Conductivity — compares how well different materials conduct heat.
- Thermal Conductivity Bars — rods of different metals for ranking conductors.
- Conductivity of Metal Apparatus — a follow-up experiment on conduction in metals.
Browse the Physics Lab Equipment range for more heat apparatus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Wood & Metal Cylinder demonstrate?
The Wood & Metal Cylinder demonstrates that metals conduct heat much better than wood. Paper wrapped round the rod and held over a Bunsen flame chars quickly where it touches the wood, but stays uncharred where it touches the metal, because the metal carries the heat away.
What size is the Wood & Metal Cylinder?
The Wood & Metal Cylinder measures 200 x 30mm (dia.), with one half made of metal and the other of wood. The rod is long enough to hold safely by one end while the join is held over the flame.
What else is needed to use the Wood & Metal Cylinder?
To use the Wood & Metal Cylinder you need a Bunsen burner and a strip of plain paper to wrap tightly round the rod. The burner is not part of this item and can be quoted separately if your lab needs one.
Is the Wood & Metal Cylinder safe for students?
The Wood & Metal Cylinder is safe for supervised use when the rod is held over the flame only briefly. Hold it by the end away from the heat, keep loose paper away from the burner and let the metal half cool before it is handled again.
Who manufactures the Wood & Metal Cylinder?
Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab) manufactures the Wood & Metal Cylinder as the OEM at its own licensed factory in Saha, Ambala, Haryana, India. It is supplied factory-direct to schools, colleges and trade buyers in India and international markets.
How can I get a quotation for the Wood & Metal Cylinder?
Send the number of Wood & Metal Cylinder rods you need and your delivery location through the contact page. Mention any companion items, such as Bunsen burners, so the manufacturer can quote everything in one reply.
Request a Quote
Request your quotation for the Wood & Metal Cylinder on the contact page, or add it to the enquiry cart along with other heat apparatus. Quotes come directly from the manufacturer in Ambala.
Last updated: 24 September 2026
