A handpicked selection of our very best equipment for renewable energy. Take a look inside to discover. Renewable Energy

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1 A handpicked selection of our very best equipment for renewable energy. Take a look inside to discover. Renewable Energy

2 KidWind Wind Energy Kits to Inspire Students to think about our Energy Needs! Recommended Classroom Setup 3 Setups 6-10 Groups of 2-4 Students We recommend three setups for a classroom with 6 to 10 groups of 2 to 4 students. Each Setup should have: Box fan (not included) Wind turbine tower and base Vernier interface (sold separately, see pages 6-7) Vernier Energy Sensor (sold separately, see page 9) Either a Vernier Variable Load or a Vernier Resistor Board (sold separately, see page 9) KidWind Advanced Wind Experiment Kit Discover advanced concepts of wind turbine technology, including gearboxes and generator construction (with the SimpleGEN add-on). Students use the blades they design to generate electricity, lift weights, and pump water. This kit is recommended for use with our Renewable Energy with Vernier Lab Book. Order Code: VR129616U Price: 194 Each group needs: Blade Pitch Protractor Wind Turbine Hub Blade Consumables KidWind MINI Wind Turbine with Blade Design The Mini Wind Turbine with Blade Design allows students to perform basic blade experiments on a desk using a small house fan (not included). This kit is recommended for use with our lab lab Investigating Wind Energy. Order Code: VR129776U Price: 81 KidWind Advanced Wind Experiment Kit Classroom Pack Order Code: VR129624U Price: 493 Includes materials for eight groups of 2 to 4 students each. Make measuring power output easy with Go Direct Energy see page 9 For more information, go to Go to KidWind Basic Wind Experiment Kit This kit allows young scientists to test a variety of blade designs, generate electricity (0.5-3V range) and lift weights. Great for classrooms as well as individual science projects. Order Code: VR129688U Price: 148 KidWind MINI Wind Turbine This easy-to-build turbine can light an LED or play a tune on the sound and Light Board (included). Order Code: VR129768U Price: 59 KidWind Basic Wind Experiment Kit Classroom Pack Order Code: VR129696U Price: 389 Includes materials for eight groups of 2 to 4 students each. For more information, go to Go to 1

3 Solar Energy KidWind SimpleGEN The SimpleGEN is an easy-to-build AC generator that students can use to demonstrate Faraday s law, light LED s and perform experiments that explore how coils, magnets, and rotation affect power generation. Convert your generator to a simple motor and explore additional variables. Take your experiments to the next level by converting your SimpleGEN into a wind turbine nacelle. Solar Energy Exploration Kit Explore solar energy with this innovative science kit designed to help students investigate energy transformations. Discover how to angle of photovoltaic panels relative to the sun affects power output. Experiment with basic circuits and learn about important factors in photovoltaic systems. Order Code: VR157152U Price: 98 Order Code: VR129824U Price: 65 KidWind SimpleGEN Classroom Pack Order Code: VR129832U Price: 519 The SimpleGEN Classroom Pack has enough materials to build 10 generators. For more information, go to 2V/400mA Solar Panel This high quality solar panel is great for demonstrations and experiments. External screw terminals and attached clip cords make the panels easy to use. Order Code: VR129856U Price: 22 For more information, go to Solar Thermal Exploration Kit The Solar Thermal Exploration Kit is modelled after a domestic solar water-heating system. Explore variables such as box colour, light intensity, tube design, and rate of water pumping. Order Code: VR129864U Price: 72 For more information, go to For more information, go to Pyranometer The Pyranometer measures the power of electromagnetic radiation. It is sensitive to near infrared, visible, and UV radiation, where 90% of solar energy is concentrated. It reads in watts per square meter, so it is great for experiments with solar cells and calculating their efficiency. It is weatherproof and has a dome-shape top to allow it to handle a wide range of sun angles. It comes with a 6 meter cord. Order Code: VR113904U Price: 280 Technical Specification: Irradiance Range: 0 to 1100 watts/m2 (in full sun) Absolute Accuracy: ±5% Repeatability: ±1% Long-Term Drift: Less than 3% per year Cosine Response: 45 zenith angle: 1%, 75 zenith angle: ±5% Wavelength range: 370 nm to 1140 nm Current draw: 300 µa Output signal: 0 to 4.4 V (dark to full sunlight) Typical Resolution: 0.3 Watts/m2 For more information, go to 2

4 Horizon Educational Kits The Complete Renewable Energy Teaching System Horizon's STEM KITS introduce students to the amazing science of renewable energy technology. Here, they can discover key principles that are essential for a comprehensive understanding, not just of solar, wind and fuel cells; but also of electrochemistry, physics and engineering. Electrolysis, energy conversion, electrical circuits, mechanical energy so many STEM concepts are integral to learning about future energy. Renewable Energy Science Kit Wind Energy Science Kit Order Code: PH152256U Price: 230 The Renewable Energy Science Kit demonstrates the workings of a clean energy technology system on a miniature scale. Power an electrical circuit by solar panel or a wind turbine with profiled blades based on NASA aeronautics. Generate hydrogen through water electrolysis and convert it into electricity using a PEM fuel cell. Whichever combination of technologies you want to explore, this science kit is a comprehensive introduction to the principles behind renewable microgrids. Small-scale wind turbine, solar cell, fuel cell, electrolyzer and more. Enough hardware, software and curriculum content for groupwork up to 4 or 5 students. Recommended age groups- K 6-12 Experiment Ideas: The Effect of Heat on Solar Panels How Many Blades Are Best 1, 2, 3 More? How Blade Angle or Pitch Affects Output Power For more information, go to Order Code: PH152040U Price: 110 With the Wind Energy Science Kit you can build a miniature power generation system that converts wind into electrical energy. Experiment with the pitch (angle setting) of turbine blades and find out the optimum number of blades for generating electricity. Nine blades, with three types of profiled blade based on NASA aeronautics and one type of polypropylene sheet blade, provide the opportunity to find the perfect balance of wind resistance, weight and angle. Uniquely designed blade profile based on NASA aeronautics Complete wind energy curriculum covering vertical and horizontal axis turbines Blade angle adjustable from 0 to 55 degrees ( 3 positions) Experiment Ideas: Using Three Different Curved Blade Shapes How Blade Angle or Pitch Affects Output Power Measuring RPM For more information, go to 3

5 Solar Energy Fuel Cell Car Science Kit Solar Hydrogen Science Kit Order Code: PH100216U Price: 66 Build your own working fuel cell car, harnessing the power of hydrogen and solar energy. With Horizon s original fuel cell car kit you can generate hydrogen from distilled water through electrolysis and power this process with a solar panel. This hydrogen is then converted to electrical energy by the reverable fuel cell, powering the car and producing by products of water and heat to be released as a tiny amount of clean water vapor. Order Code: PH110016U Price: 66 Invent your own clean energy applications using the fuel cells and the power of the sun. Generate hydrogen in a completely sustainable process by using a solar panel to power water electrolysis. Convert hydrogen into electrical energy with the PEM fuel cell and power your applications. As a starting off point for would-be inventors, the kit comes with a small electric motor and propeller blade. For more information, go to For more information, go to Hydrocar H-Racer 2.0 Order Code: PH113648U Price: 77 Introducing the hybrid technology that is fuelling today s automotive revolution! Hydrocar demonstrates a complete, clean-energy system with solar to hydrogen power generation. Powered by electricity from sunlight, the reversible fuel cell illustrates the principles of water electrolysis, separating hydrogen from water then recombining these elements to create power in an extremely efficient process. What s more, the car can the steer independently to avoid running into obstacles. For more information, go to Order Code: PH100224U Price: 115 Experience the automotive technology of the future by building and driving your own hydrogen fuel cell car. The transparent casing and LED lighting of the car and the hydrogen refuelling station allow you to watch the process of electrolysis and the conversion of hydrogen into electrical energy. H-Racer 2.0 replicates the ease and convenience of real scale hybrid car refuelling - an introduction to the hydrogen refuelling station network currently being constructed across Europe and the United States. For more information, go to 4

6 Wind Turbine Kit Working Model of a Real Turbine Developed with the National Energy Foundation, EcoStyle's Wind Turbine Kit is a working model of a real wind turbine. Hands-on and fully interactive, the kit shows how wind power can be harnessed to generate electricity. The Wind Turbine Kit is assembled in minutes and is easy to use, making it suitable for both children and adults. It is designed for use in schools, colleges and universities, by councils, or as a demonstration model to promote wind power within industry. Great to use with the Go Direct Energy Sensor, see page 9. Order Code: PH100240U Price: 112 Understand wind power Experience the power of the wind both indoors and out Use the wind turbine indoors with a fan, or outdoors in the wind. The tailplane automatically turns the wind turbine towards the wind, even if the wind changes direction. See the power Harness the wind to generate electricity Watch the wind turbine power the electric motor, buzzer or LED, or connect it to the voltmeter to measure the amount of electricity generated. Learn through experimentation Try different turbine blade configurations The turbine hub offers combinations of two, three or six blades. The blade angles can be easily adjusted too. Which configuration gives the greatest output? What s included? Two-part wind turbine (600mm high) consisting of a nacelle (top), and tower (base) Integral clamp to secure the wind turbine to a table top or bench etc. Six turbine blades Motor module LED module Buzzer module Dual-scale analogue voltmeter Brass-hub gears: 60-tooth, two 40-tooth, and 20-tooth with a 1.5mm hex key Operating and assembly instructions For more information, go to 5

7 LabQuest 2 The most powerful and versatile data logger ever! Gives you the freedom to enquire and the technology to excel. * Built-in Sensors GPS 3-axis accelerometer Ambient temperature Light Microphone REQUEST A FREE DEMO Order Code: VR127200U Price: 425 * Temperature probe not included. To request your free demonstration call us on Vernier LabQuest 2 is a standalone interface used to collect sensor data with its built-in graphing and analysis application. The large, high-resolution touch screen makes it easy and intuitive to collect, analyse, and share data from experiments. Its wireless connectivity encourages collaboration and personalised learning. You can also use LabQuest 2 as a USB sensor interface using Logger Pro software or with our Graphical Analysis app for ios, Android, or Chrome to stream data wirelessly to one or more mobile devices. Use as standalone device with all of the Vernier Sensors including our Go Wireless Sensors. Connect to a Windows or Macintosh computer for use with Logger Pro. Transfer data wirelessly to ipad tablets, Chromebooks, Andorid tablets and other mobile devices. High resolution touch screen Designed for both stylus and touch Wide viewing angle for lab groups High contrast mode great for sunny environments Full sensor support Compatible with all Vernier sensors Built in Microphone to record sounds Rechargeable batteries High-capacity, lithium-ion rechargeable battery Wireless connectivity Wi-Fi Bluetooth Faster analysis Quick response to touch, curve fits and modelling Ability to make notes on screen Fast data collection 100,000 samples per second For more information, go to * excludes battery 6

8 LabQuest Mini LabQuest Mini is a powerful, affordable, and easy to use sensor interface for computer-based data collection. Two digital sensor ports Auxiliary power port (power supply optional extra) Three analogue sensor ports USB 2.0 powered (cable included) Order Code: VR109216U Price: 189 LabQuest Mini brings the power of Vernier s award-winning LabQuest technology to teachers who don t need the versatility of a standalone device. The perfect solution for educators collecting data with a computer, LabQuest Mini interfaces with Logger Pro software for unparalleled power, analysis, and curricular support. Key features include: Maximum sampling rate of 100,000 samples per second Five sensor ports give you the flexibility to choose from 71 compatible sensors Logger Lite software gets your students collecting, graphing and analysing data. And the best part? It s free with the purchase of the LabQuest Mini. For more information, go to LabQuest Stream The LabQuest Stream brings wireless and wired connectivity to the mobile learning environment. Students have the freedom and flexibility to simultaneously collect data from multiple Vernier sensors using a mobile device, Chromebook, or a computer. Just like the name suggests, students can stream data directly to a mobile device using Bluetooth connectivity rather than Wi-Fi. That s especially important for schools where network access may be limited or restricted. In addition, LabQuest Stream includes USB connectivity, which allows it to connect directly to a Chromebook or a computer when needed. Order Code: VR157160U Price: 265 Technical Specification Connectivity: Bluetooth or USB Supports up to 5 sensors * Supports digital sensors Wireless: up to 10,000 samples per second USB: up to 100,000 samples per second Power source: rechargeable battery or USB power 7 For more information, go to * excludes battery

9 Logger Pro 3 Setting the standard in data logging software Real-Time Graphing and Powerful Analytical Tools Logger Pro is the ideal companion for LabQuest 2. Collect data remotely or straight onto your computer. Logger Pro is the most popular data-collection program in science education. Why? Teachers tell us that students find our software to be very easy and intuitive to use. One program does it all - for one low price - for all of your computers and your students personal computers. Think of Logger Pro as the digital data hub of your classroom and lab. It can gather data from a variety of sources, including LabQuest 2 Ohaus balances, spectrometers, manual entry, and more. Use powerful analysis tools Draw predictions on graphs prior to collecting data. Determine statistical information about data. Perform a linear regression. Fit a curve to data. Model data with an equation. Order Code: VR105392U Price: 324 System requirements Windows 7 (32 or 64-bit) / 8 (32-bit or 64-bit) / 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit) / 10 (32-bit or 64-bit). Mac OS X 10.13/10.12/10.11/10.10 Logger Pro is compatible with: Vernier LabQuest 2 Collect live data from LabQuest 2, retrieve existing data or open saved files on LabQuest. Compatible with 84 different sensors. GIS Function Export water quality data to Google Maps and incorporate the result into a logger pro page. Vernier LabQuest Mini Connect a LabQuest Mini and use 71 different sensors. Video Clips Capture video clips and synchronise with sensor data or perform video analysis. Spectrometers Collect data directly from Ocean Optics spectrometers and Vernier SpectroVis Plus Manual Entry Enter data manually, do further analysis or write lab reports. For more information, go to 8

10 Renewable Energy Sensors Sensors compatible with LabQuest Interfaces Go Direct Energy Sensor Order Code: VR157936U Price: 121 * The Go Direct Energy Sensor quantifies the voltage, current, power, and energy output of small wind turbines and solar panels, such as those used in our KidWind Experiment Kits. Simpler to use than a multimeter, the Go Direct Energy Sensor measures the voltage and current of a renewable energy system. Connect a source, such as a small wind turbine or solar panel, and our free Graphical Analysis app calculates the power and energy output. For simple energy measurements, Go Direct Energy includes a fixed load of 30 Ω. For more advanced experiments, electrical contacts are built into the sensor to connect to an external load such as the Variable Load, a resistor on Vernier Resistor Board, a water pump, or lights. Energy Sensor Order Code: VR129360U Price: 103 The Vernier Energy Sensor offers an easy way to quantify voltage, current, power and energy output of small wind turbines and solar panels, such as those used in our KidWind Experiment Kits. The Energy Sensor measures the current and voltage of the system. Data-collection and analysis software, such as Logger Pro or LabQuest App, then calculates the power and energy output. Source input potential range: ± 30 V Source Input Current Range: ± 1000 ma Great Ways to Use This Sensor Renewable Energy Investigate the electrical energy generated by a wind turbine or solar panel. Explore the effect of load on wind turbine or solar panel output. * excludes battery Vernier Variable Load Order Code: VR129352U 77 The Vernier Variable Load is used in conjunction with the Vernier Energy Sensor to provide a range of resistive loads for projects such as wind turbines or solar panels. Vernier Resistor Board Order Code: VR129480U 23 The Vernier Resistor Board has seven 1 W 5% resistors mounted on a circuit board. Test clip holes on either side of the resistors allow for easy connections to clips on wire leads. Anemometer Pyranometer Order Code: VR113528U Price: 116 Order Code: VR113904U Price: 280 The Vernier Anemometer is an impeller-type anemometer for measuring wind speed. The Anemometer fits in your palm for wind study measurement in the field. A standard camera mount on the back and an accessory rod allow you to position it in wind tunnels or in front of fans for wind turbine experiments. Range: 0.5 to 30m/s Typical Resolution with a Vernier Interface: 0.01m/s The Vernier Pyranometer measures the power of electromagnetic radiation in watts per square meter. It is sensitive to the near infrared, visible, and UV ranges, where nearly all of the solar energy is concentrated. It is great for experiments with solar cells and calculating their efficiency. The sensor is weatherproof and has a dome-shaped top to allow it to work with a wide range of sun angles. The Pyranometer has a 6 m cable. Great Ways to Use This Sensor Renewable Energy Measure the wind speed of air Measure the effects of blade design on wind turbine output Measure wind speed in wind tunnels Great Ways to Use this Sensor! Renewable Energy Monitor the energy from the sun Determine the efficiency of a solar panel As a control in solar panel studies 9

11 Renewable Energy Sensors Sensors compatible with LabQuest Interfaces Go Direct Light and Colour Sensor Order Code: VR157416U Price: 107 * The Go Direct Light and Color Sensor is a powerful and versatile light sensor that measures light in the visible to ultraviolet electromagnetic spectrum. An RGB color sensor detects relative contributions of primary colors in light. Go Direct Light and Color directly connects wirelessly via Bluetooth or wired via USB to your platform. The Go Direct Light and Color Sensor combines the power of multiple sensors to measure light intensity in the visible range and UV portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. Light Sensor Order Code: VR105680U Price: 72 Our Light Sensor approximates the human eye in spectral response and can be used over three different illumination ranges that you can select with a switch. Use it for inverse-square law experiments or for studying polarisers, reflectivity or solar energy. Low Range: 0 to 600 lux Medium Range: 0 to 6000 lux High Range: 0 to 150,000 lux Great Ways to Use This Sensor Renewable Energy Explore light intensity as a function of distance. Conduct polarized filter studies. Observe the flicker of fluorescent lamps. Perform reflectivity studies, including color analysis. * excludes battery Great Ways to Use This Sensor Earth Science Reflection and absorption of light Photovoltaic cells Measuring particulates Physical Science Reflectivity of light Polaroid filters How bright is the light? Go Direct Surface Temperature Sensor Order Code: VR157776U Price: 94 * Designed for use in situations in which low thermal mass or flexibility is required, the Go Direct Surface Temperature Sensor connects wirelessly via Bluetooth or wired via USB to your device. This sensor has an exposed thermistor that results in an extremely rapid response time, and this design allows for use in air and water. Surface Temperature Sensor Order Code: VR105864U Price: 30 The Surface Temperature Sensor is designed for use in situations in which low thermal mass or flexibility is required, or for a skin temperature measurement. The Surface Temperature Sensor has an exposed thermistor that results in an extremely rapid response time. This design allows for use in air and water. Great Ways to Use this Sensor! Renewable Energy Investigate the effect of temperature on solar panel output. Explore passive solar heating or solar collectors. Examine the warming function of nasal passageways. Discover the effect of vascularity on skin temperature recovery. * excludes battery Great Ways to Use this Sensor! Renewable Energy Effect of temperature on solar panel output Explore passive solar heating Exploring solar collectors What is Energy? 10

12 Renewable Energy Lab Books Enhance your curriculum with our award-winning lab books Renewable Energy with Vernier Appropriate for Secondary, Sixth Form and University. Learn about renewable energy, experiment with variables affecting power output from model wind turbines and solar panels, and build a wind farm or a solar charger to meet certain design criteria. Digital copy: VR134776U 49 Hard Copy: VR128280U 62 For a full list of experiments and required sensors see Investigating Solar Energy Appropriate for Primary and Secondary students. Topics include exploring solar energy, energy transfer, series and parallel circuits, and variables that affect solar panel output. Digital copy: VR134656U 26 Hard Copy: VR157112U 33 For a full list of experiments and required sensors see Investigating Wind Energy Appropriate for Primary and Secondary students. Topics covered include energy transfer; basic electric circuits; and the effect of blade variables such as pitch, shape, quantity, mass, and material. Digital copy: VR134672U 26 Hard Copy: VR152288U 33 For a full list of experiments and required sensors see Instruments Direct (Services) Ltd Unit 8, The Courtyard Stenson Road Coalville LE67 4JP Telephone: sales@inds.co.uk Web: MEMBER All prices exclude VAT & delivery. Valid until 31/12/2018. Errors and omissions excluded. Prices are correct at time of going to press, however due to currency volatility prices are subject to change without notice.