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Comprising a borosilicate glass bulb 70mm diameter, with side arms bent at right angles and formed into jets at their tips. The bulb is carried upon a metal stand which leaves it free to rotate about its horizontal axis. If about 25cm³ of water is introduced into the bulb and boiled the issuing steam causes rapid rotation.

  • Supplied complete on stand.
  • Dimensions of base: 180mm x 120mm.
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Product code:
HC1008702-FIN
RRP £60.42 ex.vat

Comprising a borosilicate glass bulb 70mm diameter, with side arms bent at right angles and formed into jets at their tips. The bulb is carried upon a metal stand which leaves it free to rotate about its horizontal axis. If about 25cm³ of water is introduced into the bulb and boiled the issuing steam causes rapid rotation.

  • Supplied complete on stand.
  • Dimensions of base: 180mm x 120mm.
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Supplier Name Findel
Restricted Market Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates
Supplier SKU HC1008702