RW BL1K Live Steam Engine Model Kit, Single Cylinder Metal 1:6 STEM

Description

Features Real working live steam engine — not a display-only model All-metal construction: brass engine, stainless liner, copper boiler Exposed mechanisms make thermodynamics easy to visualize DIY kit or fully assembled options for different teaching needs Designed for STEM labs, maker spaces, and hands-on classrooms Description Turn abstract engineering theory into something students can see, hear, and touch. The RW BL1K live steam engine model is built for makers, educators, and STEM programs that value real mechanical systems over simulations. This is a functional single-cylinder steam engine powered by live steam, making it ideal for demonstrations of energy conversion, pressure, motion, and mechanical timing. Its open-frame metal design allows learners to clearly observe the piston, crankshaft, and Stephenson valve gear in motion. Concepts like steam expansion, rotational inertia, and reversing control become intuitive when students can follow each component in real time. For hands-on environments, the DIY parts kit option encourages problem-solving, assembly sequencing, and mechanical reasoning. For classroom demonstrations or lab setups, the fully assembled version is ready to run and repeatable. The copper boiler includes a pressure gauge, safety valve, and water level gauge to reinforce safe operating practices. Every unit is test-run three times before shipping to ensure reliable performance. Whether used in a high school STEM lab, a maker space, or an engineering club, this model delivers repeatable results and lasting educational value. Build it. Run it. Teach real engineering. Product Variants Choose the configuration that fits your setup: Steam Boiler Steam Engine Parts Kit (DIY assembly required) Steam Engine – Fully Assembled, Ready to Run Specifications Model: RW BL1K Engine Type: Single Cylinder Live Steam Engine Scale: Approx. 1:6 Materials: Brass, Stainless Steel, Copper Valve Gear: Stephenson reversing valve Operating Pressure: 0.5–2 bar (Max 3 bar) Max Speed: 3000 RPM Dimensions: 250 × 100 × 163 mm Net Weight: 1280 g Assembly: DIY kit or fully assembled (variant dependent) Recommended Age: 14+ Order now to bring real steam engineering into your classroom or maker space.