What is a Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A used for?

A Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A is used to vary resistance and control current in low-voltage physics and electronics experiments.

Is this product the same as a rheostat?

Yes. A sliding resistor is commonly used as a rheostat when connected to vary resistance in a circuit.

What are the confirmed electrical ratings?

The product name confirms 10 Ohm resistance and a 5.6 A current rating.

What is the power rating?

The power rating varies by unit — check wattage from the product label, datasheet, or supplier before ordering.

Can students use it for Ohm's law experiments?

Yes. It is suitable for supervised Ohm's law and current-control experiments when voltage, current, and heat limits are respected.

Does it include connecting leads?

Connecting lead inclusion varies by unit — check leads or accessories from the final supplied product before ordering.

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Sliding resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A

Product Code : SCL-EI-10660

The Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A from Lab Glassware Manufacturer, a scientific and educational equipment manufacturer based in Ambala, Haryana, India, since 1982, is a physics laboratory variable resistor used for controlling current and changing resistance in low-voltage electrical circuit experiments. It is supplied to schools, colleges, and institutional buyers across India and exported to countries including Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea, with growing demand across the wider Oceania region for hands-on electrical-circuit teaching equipment.

Quick answer: The Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A is a rheostat with a movable slider that varies the effective resistance in a circuit, letting students observe the effect on current, voltage, lamp brightness, or motor speed in real time. The exact wire material, power rating, and base construction vary by model — check the specific listing before ordering.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Detail
Product Name	Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A
Brand	Lab Glassware Manufacturer
Product Category	Physics Lab Equipment / Electronic Instruments / Electrical Circuit Apparatus
Resistance	10 Ω (10 Ohm)
Current Rating	5.6 A
Resistor Type	Sliding resistor / rheostat
Power Rating / Wire Material / Base Construction	. 5.6 A current rating for higher-current classroom demonstrations where the circuit is correctly rated. Sliding contact control allows resistance to be varied during live observation under supervision. Physics and electronics use for Ohm’s law, rheostat action, and load-control experiments. Bench-top apparatus for school and college laboratory practicals. Specification-dependent safety — insulation, terminals, and heat tolerance are confirmed at order stage. What Is Included Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A with connection leads. An instruction sheet, storage box, label, or certificate may be included depending on the configuration ordered — confirm exact contents with Lab Glassware Manufacturer before ordering. Applications / Uses Controlling current in low-voltage physics circuits Demonstrating Ohm’s law and resistance variation Adjusting lamp brightness or motor speed within safe ratings Using with ammeters, voltmeters, cells, switches, and resistive loads Teaching rheostat action and variable-resistor operation Supporting school electronics, STEM, and circuit trainer experiments How to Use the Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A Confirm the circuit voltage, current, and power rating before connecting the resistor. Place the sliding resistor on a dry, stable, heat-resistant laboratory bench. Inspect the resistance coil, slider, terminals, insulation, and base for damage. Connect the sliding resistor in series with the circuit load. Start with a safe supply setting and move the slider gradually. Observe the change in current, voltage, lamp brightness, or motor speed. Do not exceed 5.6 A or the confirmed power rating. Switch off the supply before changing connections or handling the resistor. Safety note: Sliding resistors can become hot during operation. Do not touch the resistance wire after use, do not overload the resistor, and do not connect it directly across a high-current supply without a suitable load and confirmed rating. Care & Maintenance Store the resistor dry and protected from dust, impact, and corrosion. Keep the slider contact clean and moving smoothly. Check terminals and screws before classroom use. Remove from use if insulation cracks, the coil deforms, the slider jams, or overheating marks appear. Sliding Rheostat vs Decade Resistance Box Lab Glassware Manufacturer offers more than one way to teach variable resistance, and the choice depends on how precisely the resistance needs to be set. The Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A is a single-coil rheostat: moving the slider changes resistance smoothly and continuously, which is ideal for showing live, real-time effects on current and voltage. The Decade of Resistance instead offers precise, selectable resistance values across multiple decades, which better suits experiments needing an exact, repeatable resistance setting. Labs teaching continuous rheostat behaviour typically choose the sliding resistor, while labs needing precise stepped values choose the decade resistance box. Why Choose Lab Glassware Manufacturer Lab Glassware Manufacturer manufactures and exports laboratory glassware, scientific laboratory instruments, lab experiment setups, science kits, mathematics kits, didactic models, and STEM models. Its product range supports physics lab equipment, electronic instruments, electronics lab trainers, general lab equipment, and educational laboratory procurement. The brand supplies schools, colleges, universities, research institutions, industrial laboratories, distributors, and export buyers across India and international markets including Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea. Frequently Asked Questions What is a Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A used for? A Sliding Resistor 10 Ohm 5.6 A is used to vary resistance and control current in low-voltage physics and electronics experiments. Is this product the same as a rheostat? Yes. A sliding resistor is commonly used as a rheostat when connected to vary resistance in a circuit. What are the confirmed electrical ratings? The product name confirms 10 Ohm resistance and a 5.6 A current rating. What is the power rating? The power rating varies by unit — check wattage from the product label, datasheet, or supplier before ordering. Can students use it for Ohm’s law experiments? Yes. It is suitable for supervised Ohm’s law and current-control experiments when voltage, current, and heat limits are respected. Does it include connecting leads? Connecting lead inclusion varies by unit — check leads or accessories from the final supplied product before ordering. Related Products Decade of Resistance Resistor Based 50 Ohm Potentiometer 100 Ohm Board Request a Quote For pricing, bulk institutional orders, or tender submissions, please contact Lab Glassware Manufacturer or visit our lab tender page. Last updated: September 2026