Rectangular Five Ball Newton's Cradle 14.5 x 18cm - Silver

Description

DescriptionThis Newton's cradle sets five shiny silver balls in a neat rectangular frame, a classic piece of physics you can watch from your chair. Each ball hangs from a pair of fine strings tied to the two top rails, so all five rest in one straight row, just touching. Lift the ball at one end, let it go, and its click travels through the row and sends the ball at the far end swinging out in a steady rhythm. The whole piece has a silver plated finish and stands 18cm tall, 15cm wide and 14.5cm deep, small enough to share a desk with a keyboard and a lamp.
It sits well on a desk in a home office or study, on a bookshelf, or on a side table in the living room, anywhere a moment of distraction is welcome. The steady swing of the balls is soothing to watch while you think through a problem or wait for a call to start, and the open frame looks as good at rest, with the five balls hanging still. As a gift, it suits anyone who enjoys a little science at work, and its tidy size means it fits even a crowded desk.
The two open frames are joined along the base by side rails, so the cradle stands steadily on its own and needs no wall or fixing. Keep it on a flat, level surface so the balls hang in a true line. To keep the plated finish bright, dust it with a soft dry cloth and avoid anything abrasive. If the strings twist, hold the balls still and let them settle back into line before you start again, and lift the cradle by its frame rather than its balls. We think it looks best with space around it, beside a pen pot or a stack of books, where it will tempt every passing hand.
Specification

Colour
Silver

Finish
Plated

Height
18cm

Width
15cm

Depth
14.5cm

Weight
0.604kg

Frequently AskedHow big is this Newton's cradle?
It stands 18cm tall, 15cm wide and 14.5cm deep, so it fits comfortably on a desk, a bookshelf or a side table without taking over.
How many balls does it have?
It has five shiny silver balls, each hung from a pair of fine strings so they rest in one straight, touching row.
How does a Newton's cradle work?
Lift the ball at one end and let it go. Its click passes along the row and swings the ball at the far end out, over and over.
What finish does it have?
The cradle has a bright silver plated finish that sits well beside other silver or grey pieces on a desk or shelf.
Does it need fixing to a wall or desk?
No, it is freestanding. The two frames are joined at the base by side rails, so it simply sits on any flat, level surface.
How do I look after it?
Dust it with a soft dry cloth and avoid abrasive cleaners, which can dull a plated finish. Lift it by the frame rather than the balls so the row stays even.