Trundle Wheel
Product Code : LSK-ML-10135
Trundle Wheel (SKU LSK-ML-10135), also called a measuring wheel, has a 1 m circumference, so every full turn along the ground covers exactly one metre. Pupils use it to measure long distances in the playground or corridor and to show how a circle's circumference relates to its diameter. Science Lab Supplies manufactures this wheel in Saha, Ambala, India, at Plot 448 in the HSIIDC Industrial Area, and its customers are schools, colleges, tender contractors and distributors.
Specifications
The wheel is moulded in plastic and fitted with a non-slip tyre for steady rolling on rough surfaces. Its rim is marked every 5 cm, with larger diamond marks every 25 cm, and a pointer lets children read intermediate distances. The handle detaches so the wheel stores flat in a cupboard.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | LSK-ML-10135 |
| Circumference | 1 m |
| Graduations | Every 5 cm, larger diamond marks every 25 cm |
| Construction | Plastic moulded wheel, non-slip tyre |
| Reading aid | Pointer for intermediate distances |
| Handle | Detachable, for easy storage |
| Manufacturer | Science Lab Supplies, Saha, Ambala, Haryana |
| Country of origin | India |
Applications and Experiments for the Trundle Wheel
The trundle wheel takes measurement outdoors: learners count whole turns for metres and read the 5 cm marks against the pointer for the remainder. Because the circumference is fixed at 1 m, measuring the wheel's diameter also gives a practical estimate of pi in circle lessons.
- Primary measurement: estimating and then measuring lengths in metres and centimetres.
- Upper-primary circles: dividing the 1 m circumference by the measured diameter (about 32 cm) to approach pi.
- Mapping and scale drawing: measuring a playground or field before drawing it to scale.
- Science and geography fieldwork: marking out distances for timing and survey activities.
Standard Scope of Supply
Each Trundle Wheel is supplied as one plastic moulded wheel with a non-slip tyre, a pointer and a detachable handle, as described above. No carry bag or counter is mentioned in the listing; any optional accessory you need will be itemised on the quotation.
Packing, MOQ and Lead Time
Some schools order one wheel for a teacher; others order one per group so a whole class can measure at once. Either way, the Science Lab Supplies quotation shows packing, delivery time and price for that count, and further maths lab equipment can be quoted with it.
Because it is a registered exporter with an Importer-Exporter Code, Science Lab Supplies can ship to buyers in Qatar, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Malaysia, Peru and Egypt. For a quote, message the team on the contact page, place wheels in the enquiry cart, or refer to the lab tender page for institutional purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a trundle wheel measure distance?
Each full turn of the wheel equals its 1 m circumference. Count the turns for whole metres, then read the 5 cm marks against the pointer for any part of a metre left over.
Can the Trundle Wheel be stored easily?
Yes. The handle is detachable, so the wheel and handle can be packed away separately in a cupboard or kit box after the lesson.
Is Science Lab Supplies the manufacturer or a trader?
It manufactures the wheel. Production happens at the company's factory in Saha, Ambala, India, so enquiries are priced and answered by the maker, not a reseller.
Will it work on grass or uneven ground?
The wheel has a non-slip tyre to help it roll without skidding, which suits playground and field use; keep a steady walking pace for consistent readings.
Related Measurement Tools
A trundle wheel is one part of a practical measurement kit. These four items cover heights and angles outdoors, long number lines for the classroom, and drawing instruments for scale diagrams, so a school can assemble a complete measurement set from one quotation.
- Clinometer Hand — hand-held clinometer for angles of elevation and heights.
- Number Lines — five laminated 5 m number lines for wall or floor.
- Goniometer Angle — clear plastic ruler in inches, centimetres and degrees.
- Mathematical Instruments Set — compasses, dividers, protractor and set squares.
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Last updated: 25 September 2026
