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Clear plastic tube kit with magnifying glass, brush, charcoal stick, blotting paper, fingerprint sheets and manual

Elenco Electronics

Elenco Electronics ELMX202 Forensic Science Detective Kit STEM Toy

SKU CH-QB0R-QGN9D

A forensic science kit with three experiments covering fingerprinting and paper chromatography for ages 14 and up

  • ColorMulti Color
  • TypeTechnology & Coding
  • AgeTeen
  • GenderUnisex
  • Hands-on forensic science introduction for curious minds
  • Three guided experiments: fingerprinting, mystery print ID, chromatography
  • Complete kit with magnifier, brush, charcoal, blotting strips, record sheets
  • Step-by-step printed manual with fingerprint log included
  • Durable plastic tube packaging keeps components organised

Forensic Detective Kit for Teens

The Elenco Electronics ELMX202 introduces forensic science through hands-on experiments. Designed for ages 14 and up, it suits curious learners who want practical experience with evidence collection methods. The self-contained kit fits classroom or home use without requiring external equipment. It is not for buyers who need advanced laboratory instruments or digital analysis tools.

Passive Learning Materials Require No Power

The kit operates entirely without electricity, batteries or moving parts. All activities use manual tools such as a magnifying glass, charcoal stick and blotting paper strips. There are no thermal, noise or power-draw considerations during normal use. The durable plastic tube protects components between sessions.

Included Tools Enable Three Core Experiments

A magnifying glass, brush, charcoal stick, blotting paper strips and fingerprint record sheets support fingerprint lifting, mystery print identification and paper chromatography. Step-by-step printed instructions and a learning guide with a log sheet structure each activity. The tube packaging keeps pieces organised for repeated use.

Highlights

  • Hands-on forensic science introduction for curious minds
  • Three guided experiments: fingerprinting, mystery print ID, chromatography
  • Complete kit with magnifier, brush, charcoal, blotting strips, record sheets
  • Step-by-step printed manual with fingerprint log included
  • Durable plastic tube packaging keeps components organised

Specifications

ColorMulti Color
TypeTechnology & Coding
AgeTeen
GenderUnisex

Questions about this item

How do I set up the fingerprinting experiment with the charcoal stick and brush?

Open the tube, lay out the charcoal stick, brush, magnifying glass and fingerprint record sheet. Lightly coat a fingertip with charcoal, roll it onto the record sheet, then dust the print with the brush to reveal ridges. Follow the printed manual for the exact rolling technique.

Which consumables will need replacing after the three included experiments are finished?

The charcoal stick and blotting paper strips are single-use items; once they are exhausted you will need new charcoal and chromatography paper to repeat the experiments. The magnifying glass, brush and fingerprint record sheet are reusable.

At what point does the kit’s age rating become the limiting factor for continued use?

The kit is rated for ages 14 and up, so younger siblings below that age should not perform the experiments unsupervised; the rating is the first restriction encountered before any material runs out.

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