Toysmith 4M Green Science Spinning Top Generator

by Toysmith

Product Features

• Learn about electromagnetism as you build this generator
• 4.25" diameter
• Mini light bulb included
• Great for the "science" enthusiast in your family
• For ages 8 and over

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001D6KHCQ
• Item model number: 3659
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 - 15 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #109,384 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Great for the scientist in your family. Learn about electromagnetism as you build this generator. Assembled size is 4.25".

Product Description

Ages 8 & up. Students will be amazed as they watch a spinning top power an LED light. No batteries required!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth the time or money., December 29, 2009

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Marc J. Plisko (USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Toysmith 4M Green Science Spinning Top Generator (Toy)

In theory, this is a great idea for teaching the idea of induced current for generating electricity. In reality, the product was poorly made and did not work.

1.0 out of 5 stars Doesn`t work, February 27, 2011

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Ohrwurm - See all my reviews

= Durability:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Toysmith 4M Green Science Spinning Top Generator (Toy)

We had other "Green Science" kits which worked fine. But this spinning generator did not work. It is too flimsy and poorly executed in the "hardware" department in order to work properly. The spinning disk is merely paper-thin and scrapes the bottom. It is supposed to be hand induced like a spinning top or dreidel. But because of the uneven running action it does not turn long enough to produce energy. The wires and led bulb are very low quality and stopped working after just three dim sparks. The "radio tower" is made of thin plastic and topples over. In short: The kit is of no use.