Force Between Current Carrying Conductors (Parallel Wires)

Type of activity: demo
Activity code:  M-009b

Courses

Description:

1. Connect as shown. 
2. Stretch parallel wires so they hang an equal distance apart. 
3. Turn on power supply and don't exceed 6V - 10A.
4. When switch is in REPEL position the wires should move 2 1/2 inches apart. 
5. When switch is in ATTRACT position the wires should touch each other.

Method:
1. Turn on power supply and switch to ATTRACT. 
2. Observe the wires touch. 
3. Switch to REPEL and observe the forces move the wires apart.

Apparatus

Power Supply (6-12V)
Power Supply (6-12V)
Switch Box
Parallel Wires
Retort Stand
Retort Stand
Clamp (Bosshead)
Clamp (Bosshead)
Cord (10ft)