Ray Box – Basic All-Metal (KS3+ Optics Light Source)

This Basic Ray Box is a robust and reliable light source designed for teaching optics in school science laboratories. Suitable for KS3 and above, it features a durable all-metal ventilated lamp house with an open front and extended sides to maximise heat dissipation during use.

The unit includes vertical internal grooves to securely hold slit plates and optical components such as cylindrical lenses, allowing for a wide range of light experiments. Supplied complete with a slit plate featuring both single and triple slits, it enables the creation of clear, defined light beams for accurate demonstrations.

Powered by a 12V lamp and supplied with a 1 metre twin flex lead with plugs, this ray box is easy to set up and use in the classroom. A full range of compatible spare parts and accessories is also available for extended functionality.

Key Features

• Durable all-metal ventilated lamp house
• Open front design with extended sides for heat dissipation
• Finned exterior for improved cooling
• Internal grooves to hold slit plates and lenses securely
• Supplied with slit plate (single and triple slits)
• Produces clear, defined light beams
• 12V lamp included
• 1 metre twin flex lead with plugs
• Compatible with a range of spare parts and accessories
• Suitable for KS3 and above

Compatible Accessories & Spares

• Plano Convex Lens – Code 0326
• Spare Slit Plate – Code 0329
• Spare Bulb – Code 0327
• Bulb Holder – Code 0328
• Bulb Holder with Flex – Code 0564

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Perfect for KS3, GCSE, and A-Level physics lessons, this Ray Box is an essential tool for teaching light and optics through practical investigation. It is ideal for:

• Demonstrating reflection and refraction
• Exploring ray diagrams and light paths
• Investigating lenses and focal points
• Studying dispersion and optical properties
• Supporting accurate optics experiments and observations

Durable, versatile, and classroom-ready, this Basic Ray Box is a fundamental piece of equipment for delivering engaging and effective science lessons in optics.