The Thames & Kosmos Gyroscope
Product ID: 444486992
🌀3-inch precision rotor
🎯5 classic physics tricks
🛡️durable plastic & metal build
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🌀 Spin your way to STEM stardom with timeless physics in motion!
The Thames & Kosmos Gyroscope is a modern take on a classic physics tool featuring a 3-inch metal and plastic rotor that demonstrates angular momentum and balance. It includes a versatile clear plastic sphere that acts as a stand and storage case, a 30-inch string for spinning, and a 6-page manual with 5 experiments. Designed for ages 8+, this durable, battery-free science toy offers hands-on STEM learning through engaging gyroscopic tricks.
| ASIN | B0B2XCRQWF |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | #50,783 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #451 in Educational Science Kits |
| Brand Name | Thames & Kosmos |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 300 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Exploratory Skills, STEM |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00814743016996 |
| Included Components | 3-inch diameter plastic and metal gyroscope, clear plastic sphere (also functions as a stand and a storage case), 30-inch string |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Item Dimensions | 4.2 x 4.2 x 4.2 inches |
| Item Type Name | Science Tool |
| Item Weight | 0.2 kg |
| Manufacturer | Thames & Kosmos |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 192 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 96 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 678002 |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Number | 678002 |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Size | 30 inches |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Theme | Physics |
| UPC | 814743016996 |
| Unit Count | 1 count |
S**T
Great gyroscope for the price
I recently ordered a "precision" gyroscope costing three times as much and was disappointed in the accuracy and duration of the spin. This inexpensive model performs very well for the price with a very long, balanced spin. I would have liked a normal stand and extra winding string but those are quibbles. Buy this one - you won't be disappointed. To be fair, the plastic construction is a concern, and I have not used it long enough to evaluate that issue, but it seems to be solidly constructed. It also is made in China like everything else, but the English/German distributors apparently demand some reasonable level of quality control. I will be buying more for the other kids in my life.
R**Y
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A**R
Gyroscope
Great toy to teach about gravity and balance, sometimes the string gets caught in the toy
T**.
A great intro to physics!
This is a great learning tool for students, whether they are interested in physics or not. It is well worth the purchase.
A**R
Lasted a day
At first I thought this was really cool but it only lasted a day
R**H
Don't waste your money
Worked great until it fell a few feet onto a carpeted floor. Would not spin freely afterwards. Ended up in the trash. Complete waste of money.
C**C
Excellent gyroscope
I love giving gyroscopes to kids to play with so they can see and feel how the forces work but have always been frustrated with the cheap metal ones we all had as kids. This is an excellent alternative! It's very well balanced and spins for a very long time. The "hamster ball" as my kids call it is a nice addition as well. You can mount it inside the ball and spin it up and then roll the ball. Of course, due to the gyroscopic effect, the ball will only roll in a perfectly straight line. If you try to roll it 90 degrees off axis, it won't roll at all. I'm very glad to finally have found a good quality gyroscope that is priced at a level you can gift it as a toy.
L**Y
toys from the past
fun toy
U**L
Great Product
Top Gyroskop. High Quality. Buy it!
B**L
Smooth running & sturdy
After reading several reviews on other gyroscopes I chose this one. It proved to be a good choice as it looks well made & sturdy plus runs extremely smoothly. Worth paying the little extra and I have no hesitation in recommending it.
A**R
Excellent
My son absolutely loves this
M**O
Giroscopio
Questo giroscopio è davvero fantastico ben equilibrato e fatto di ottimi materiali,se si riesce a dare uno strappo ben assestato riesce a rimanere in equilibrio nei punti più incredibili dai 30/1 minuto circa in base alla potenza che gli si imprime al lancio. Davvero soddisfatto anche per il prezzo competitivo rispetto ad altri più costosi ma di scarsa qualità e prestazioni.
M**C
No viene la cuerda
Todo mal, el repartidor se lo deja en el vecino sin picar en mi casa y no trae la cuerda pese a que la caja dice que trae cuerda
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