Orbit Orrery Manufacturer,Supplier and Exporter in Africa
Product Code : DA-A-11326
Quick Answer: The Orbit Orrery is a hands-on solar system model with a teaching guide, measuring 380mm across its largest orbit and 100mm high. Its sun lights up from 2 x AA batteries.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
- Largest orbit diameter 380mm
- Height 100mm
- Sun lit by 2 x AA batteries (required)
- Teaching guide included
- Shows planetary orbits and the sun as the light source
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Diameter of largest orbit | 380mm |
| Height | 100mm |
| Batteries required | 2 x AA (to light the sun) |
About This Product
The orrery helps pupils understand the shape of the solar system and the sun as the source of its light. Working through the model and its teaching guide, they can follow the planetary orbits, learn the names of the planets and find which planets may be seen on given days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What power does the Orbit Orrery need?
It requires 2 x AA batteries to light the sun.
Q2. How big is the Orbit Orrery?
The largest orbit is 380mm in diameter and the model is 100mm high.
Q3. What topics does it help teach?
The shape of the solar system, the sun as the source of its light, planetary orbits, the names of the planets and which planets may be seen on given days.
Related: Astronomy range, Orbit Tellurium, Solar System Poster Set.
For a quotation on the Orbit Orrery, contact Didactic Africa.
