Steam Engine, Working Piston, Slide Valve, and Link Motion

Steam Engine, Working Piston, Slide Valve, and Link Motion. Steam Engine Model

This model shows the internal structure and operating principles of a working steam engine. The metal cylinder is cross-section cut and is covered with a clear plate to show movement of the piston inside the cylinder.

Complete with working parts ? the piston, slide valve both move and the link motion and reversing method can be observed. The movement of the wheel is light enough to demonstrate even by blowing air from one's mouth.

Dimensions of model on base are 14 x 7 x 4 inches.

• Steam engine model ideal for classroom demonstrations
• Cross-sectioned cylinder to show internal operation
• Working parts - piston, slide valve both move and the link motion and reversing method operate
• Movement of the wheel is light enough to demonstrate even by blowing with your mouth