Set-up Instructions for E&M: Ind - 22

Equipment Locations

Item Location
Electromagnet Set 4, Cabinet 1, Shelf 1
Iron Core
Power Supply Demo Bench
Tap Switch Set 3, Cabinet 1, Shelf 3
Assorted Wires  

Set-up Instructions:

1. Connect the power supply in series with the electromagnet.

2. Connect the LED and Tap Switch in series with the electromagnet.

See diagram below of how the wiring should look when completed:

Wiring Diagram for Lighting LED with Spike

3. Set voltage to 3V.  

4. Test prior to sending into lecture hall - Voltage should be low enough so as not to light the bulb when the switch is first closed.  If this happens, decrease the voltage.