RED5 Newton's Cradle
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About this product
The Newton's Cradle is the ultimate desk toy. Featuring 5 Chrome effect swinging balls set on a wooden base, you will be the envy of everyone in the office.
- Never mind the discovery of gravity and unravelling the mysteries of physics, Sir Isaac Newton also made his mark with this swinging desk toy. Demonstrating the conservation of momentum and energy, this will keep you (and no doubt passers-by) entertained.
- Size H18, W12, D18cm.
- 1 year manufacturer's guarantee.
- EAN: 1010101010296.
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291 reviews
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Customers Say
The Newton's Cradle has received positive feedback for its quality, sturdiness, and entertainment value, making it a popular gift for both kids and adults. However, some users noted issues with tangling and motion duration.
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Nostalgic fun
Bought this as fun gift for our son, it has been a great source of amusement for his whole family
bert, 65 or over, BANES
Cradle
Nice tik tok looks good on my desk.
Da, 45 - 54, London
Steady and solid and it looks great
My son chose this himself a month ago to buy with that momths pocket money. I wasn't convinced that it would be any good, but it is better than precious similar items we have had. It moves steadily and hasn't got tangled at all.
Alice, 35 - 44, Manchester, UK
Newton’s Cradle - Just what i asked for
Bought this as a birthday present and it was much appreciated.
Leesa, 45 - 54, Stoke on Trent
Mind blowing
I bought this for my 12 year old grandson, who said he has always wanted one! A win!
Fab123, 65 or over, South east
Scientific gadget made for relaxation
Great boy's toy. I just swing the balls, close my eyes and relax
Stupot74, 45 - 54, South Yorkshire
Great quality
Happy with this purchase, after having purchased a similar product from Awamzon that was poor quality for the same price. This purchase from argos was great.
Loz, Chester
Perfect!
Bought as a present for my niece who loves it and says it is much sturdier than her previous one and keeps going for ages.
Teecee, 45 - 54, West Lothian
Great quality
Really sturdy, feels like it’s good quality built to last.
Joolz, 45 - 54, Lancashire, UK
Good quality but tangles easily. Lasts for 1minute
Bought for SEND classroom. Very much enjoyed but doesn't last as long as expected and tangles when ball not released at precise angle.
Span, 35 - 44, G. Manchester
Hi Hig,
Regarding the RED5 Newton's Cradle. The balls on the Newton’s Cradle are not stainless steel.
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Answering my own question here because I bought it.. Swinging one ball from about a 90 degree angle you get a 90 second session of ball clicking motion. Swinging from about 45 degree angle you get 75 seconds of ball swinging click motion. I say clicks as a way of measuring, the motion after the clicking of balls stops, goes on slightly longer. Should be good and long enough for labour contractions and distraction!
Hi Char
This is subject to a number of variables such as height released, no of balls released, even the relative humidity and temperature will have a bearing on the length of time, it will certainly be in minutes/seconds rather than hours though.
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Hello Nosirrah,
I can confirm that this base is black.
I hope this helps
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Hi Scrodinger,
This Newton's Cradle shows an example of conservation of energy, conservation of momentum and friction rather than perpetual motion.
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Hi there,
The RED5 Newton's Cradle will not release higgs boson particles during vigorous use.
I hope this helps.
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Hi Peter,
After looking into this with our suppliers they have advised: Sorry, we don’t have the measurement of the balls but the whole product measures approx. 18cm x 18cm x 12cm.
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Hi there,
The dimensions of the RED5 Newton's Cradle are as follows: H18, W12, D18cm
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Hi there Hawkeye,
Sorry for the confusion, there are 5 balls, i'll get this amended.
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Hello there,
The RED5 Newton's Cradle has 5 steel balls.
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Hi,
The item has Nylon Strings,
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