Rectangular Illumination Box

Product Code : SCL-LAO-11272

The Rectangular Illumination Box is a laboratory light box used for providing a controlled illuminated surface during optics demonstrations, transparency viewing and light-based classroom activities. It is intended for students, physics teachers, school laboratories, colleges, STEM classrooms and institutions that require a stable source of backlighting.

Product Description

The Rectangular Illumination Box produces light behind or beneath a viewing surface so that transparent, translucent or silhouette-forming objects can be observed more clearly. Its rectangular format provides a defined working area for demonstrations involving light transmission, opacity, shadows, shapes and optical materials.

The unit may also support ray-optics or visual-comparison activities when used with suitable accessories. The exact lamp technology, illumination uniformity, diffuser construction, enclosure material, electrical rating and operating controls must be confirmed from the current production specification before publication or purchase.

Key Features

• Controlled illumination: Provides a defined lighted area for supervised laboratory and classroom activities.
• Rectangular viewing surface: Accommodates flat samples, transparent sheets, shapes and demonstration materials.
• Backlighting capability: Improves the visibility of outlines, patterns and differences in light transmission.
• Hands-on learning: Supports student observation of transparent, translucent and opaque materials.
• Reusable apparatus: Suitable for repeated demonstrations, practical sessions and STEM activities.
• Simple operation: Requires limited experimental preparation once connected to the confirmed power source.
• Cross-curricular use: Can support optics, visual science, geometry, tracing and elementary imaging activities.

Technical Specifications

What's Included in the Kit

• One Rectangular Illumination Box
• Integrated light source
• Diffuser or illuminated viewing panel
• Power cable or adapter
• On/off switch or brightness controller
• Instruction sheet

Applications and Uses

• Comparing transparent, translucent and opaque materials.
• Producing silhouettes and observing object outlines.
• Viewing transparent sheets, patterns or educational specimens.
• Demonstrating light transmission and partial light blockage.
• Supporting shadow, colour-filter and visual-comparison activities.
• Providing background illumination for selected optics demonstrations.
• Supporting STEM, geometry, tracing and classroom observation tasks.

Institutions can combine the unit with products from the Light and Optics equipment range, the broader Physics Laboratory Equipment category, the practical Ray Optics Kit and curriculum-oriented NCERT science kits.

How to Use the Rectangular Illumination Box

1. Place the illumination box on a dry, stable and level work surface.
2. Check that the stated electrical supply matches the unit’s confirmed rating.
3. Connect the supplied cable or adapter and switch on the light source.
4. Allow the viewing surface to illuminate fully.
5. Place the transparent, translucent or silhouette-forming object flat on or above the panel.
6. Observe how much light passes through the material and record the result.
7. Adjust brightness only when the confirmed model provides a control.
8. Switch off and disconnect the unit after the activity.

Safety note: Keep liquids away from the electrical unit. Do not cover ventilation openings or touch internal lamps. Allow the box to cool before storage if its surface becomes warm.

Care & Maintenance

• Disconnect the unit before cleaning or inspection.
• Wipe the viewing surface with a soft cloth suitable for its confirmed material.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, sharp tools or excessive liquid.
• Store the box in a dry area with the power cable loosely coiled.

Why Choose Lab Equipments Ambala

Lab Equipments Ambala manufactures and supplies scientific instruments, physics apparatus, educational models and laboratory teaching kits from Ambala, India. Its published range includes light-and-optics equipment for schools, colleges, universities, STEM facilities and institutional procurement programs. The company also supplies educational laboratory equipment to international buyers. Purchasers should request the current electrical specification, illuminated-area dimensions, packing list and inspection criteria before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Rectangular Illumination Box used for?

It is used to provide controlled backlighting for viewing transparent materials, silhouettes, patterns and light-transmission effects.

What type of lamp does the illumination box use?

The light-source technology has not been confirmed. Verify whether the supplied model uses LED, fluorescent or another lamp system.

Is the brightness adjustable?

Brightness control has not been verified. Request confirmation if variable illumination is required for the intended experiment.

What is the size of the illuminated area?

The illuminated panel dimensions are not available in the verified data. Confirm the usable viewing area before purchase.

Can it be used for ray-optics experiments?

It can provide background illumination for selected optics activities. Dedicated ray tracing may require a ray box, slit source or separate optical accessories.

Is the illumination box suitable for schools?

Yes. It is suitable for supervised school and college activities involving light transmission, shadows, transparency and visual observation.

Request the confirmed light source, illuminated area, electrical rating and dimensional drawing, or explore the Light and Optics laboratory equipment category for related apparatus.