Electromagnetic Crane Kit Assembly Video – Grade 7

2 min 30 s · Grade 7 Technology · electromagnets

The whole build of the Slotbok electromagnetic crane kit as a step-by-step 3D animation: 80 laser-cut parts, a hand-cranked winch, and a real electromagnet that lifts paper clips when it is switched on.

The build, in short

1. Press out the parts and sort them into groups.
2. Build the lower boom and the jib.
3. Build the chassis, the wheels and the battery tray.
4. Mount the booms on their bamboo pivots.
5. Fit the support links.
6. Tie on the winch and twine.
7. Wind the copper wire around the iron nail to make the electromagnet.
8. Fit the battery holder and run the wire up the boom to the magnet.

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