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  Horseshoe Magnet – Large
Description:

Large, strong (and very heavy!) horseshoe magnet.
Notes:

Strong magnet used for many demonstrations, such as the Jumping Wire and AC Current. Max field = 1.0 kG

Caution: This magnet is very heavy (48 lbs ≈ 22 kg), so exercise caution when lifting. Remember to bend at the knees!
Location:

LDL-D6. There is a 4×4 wood block nearby as well, useful when a wire needs to be supported between the poles.
Image: Note paper clip and Canadian quarters stuck to magnet - U.S. quarters won't stick!
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