Apparatus of Measuring Specific Heat Capacity of Metal for Heat Physics Lab

This Apparatus of Measuring Specific Heat Capacity of Metal for Heat Physics Lab is designed for studying the thermal properties of metallic materials and determining their specific heat capacities using the cooling method based on Newton’s Law of Cooling. The system combines safe heating technology with precise temperature measurement, enabling accurate analysis of cooling behavior and heat transfer processes. By utilizing a PTC heating element and a PT100 platinum resistance temperature sensor, the apparatus allows students to investigate both natural and forced convection cooling conditions while determining the specific heat capacities of various metal specimens. The apparatus provides an effective platform for thermal physics education and laboratory experimentation.

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Experimental Principle and Content

• Measure Temperature Using a PT100 Platinum Resistance Sensor
• Study the Principles of Newton’s Law of Cooling
• Determine the Specific Heat Capacity of Iron Using the Cooling Method
• Determine the Specific Heat Capacity of Aluminum Using the Cooling Method
• Compare Cooling Behavior Under Natural Cooling Conditions
• Compare Cooling Behavior Under Forced Convective Cooling Conditions
• Analyze Cooling Curves and Heat Transfer Characteristics
• Investigate the Influence of Cooling Environment on Thermal Measurements

Educational Objectives

• Understand the Concept of Specific Heat Capacity
• Learn Accurate Temperature Measurement Techniques Using PT100 Sensors
• Study Cooling Curves and Heat Transfer Processes
• Compare Natural and Forced Convection Cooling Methods
• Develop Practical Skills in Thermal Experimentation and Data Analysis
• Gain Experience in Determining Thermal Properties of Materials

PTC Heater :

• Operating Voltage: 30 VAC

Heater Temperature :

• Stable Temperature Greater Than 200°C

Temperature Limiting Function :

• 260°C

Digital Ohmmeter :

• Measuring Range: 0–199.99 Ω
• Resolution: 0.01 Ω

Metal Specimens :

• Materials: Copper, Iron, and Aluminum
• Length: 65 mm
• Diameter: 8 mm

Standard Supply

• Electric Unit × 1
• Specimen Chamber (Including Heater, Fan, and PT100 Sensor) × 1
• Metal Specimens (Copper, Iron, and Aluminum) × 3
• Connection Cables × 2
• Stopwatch × 1
• Power Cord × 1
• Instruction Manual × 1

• High-Performance Experimental System
• Simple Structure with Stable and Reliable Operation
• Safe and Convenient Measurement Method
• Cost-Effective Educational Apparatus