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DHT24 Seebeck Effect in Candle-Powered Lamp

Objective:

– To demonstrate the Seebeck effect

Apparatus:

  • JOI Lighting Product that transforms candle heat into LED light
  • Lighter
  • Tealight candle (Fresh one only!)

DHT24 - Seebeck Effect

Method:

(Only use a fresh, unburned 4 hour tea light candle, 5/8″ high. Do not re-light a used tea light)

1. Place JOI on a level surface.

2. Open door. Light candle.

3. Important: Allow candle to burn for 45 sec. with door open or candle may snuff out.

4. Close and latch door.

5. LEDs may take up to 5 minutes to start.

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