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product_id: 81689545
title: "PhiTOP Stress Relieving Ellipsoid Spinning Top Physics Marvel and Optics Art by PhiTOP"
brand: "arbor scientific"
price: "$53.26"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Arbor Scientific"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/81689545-phitop-stress-relieving-ellipsoid-spinning-top-physics-marvel-and-optics
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Spins last several minutes 3.5" convex mirror base Solid aluminum build PhiTOP Stress Relieving Ellipsoid Spinning Top Physics Marvel and Optics Art by PhiTOP

**Brand:** arbor scientific
**Price:** $53.26
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌀 Spin into the future of physics and art — don’t just watch, mesmerize!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PhiTOP Stress Relieving Ellipsoid Spinning Top Physics Marvel and Optics Art by PhiTOP by arbor scientific
- **How much does it cost?** $53.26 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- arbor scientific enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted arbor scientific brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Convex mirror platform:** Watch hypnotic Lissajous patterns and light play in real time
- • **Proudly made in the USA:** Quality craftsmanship meets cutting-edge physics art
- • **Precision-crafted aluminum:** Durable, sleek, and perfectly balanced for flawless motion
- • **Master the mesmerizing spin:** Unlock the physics marvel that stands upright with skillful spins
- • **Engage your focus and curiosity:** A captivating challenge that sharpens patience and attention

## Overview

The PhiTOP Stress Relieving Ellipsoid Spinning Top is a solid aluminum physics toy that demonstrates advanced spinning dynamics and optics. Featuring a 3.5-inch convex mirror base, it creates stunning visual effects and can spin upright for several minutes with practice. Designed to engage focus and curiosity, this USA-made marvel blends science, art, and tactile challenge into a unique desktop experience.

## Description

2 inch spinning egg on 3.5 inch mirror base. Spin the egg to watch it stand on its end!

## Features

- Beautiful spinning top
- Demonstrates spinning dynamics, electrodynamics, Lissajous figures, and psychophysics
- Solid aluminum
- Also includes 3 1/2” (8.89 cm) diameter convex mirror platform
- With practice, spins can last several minutes long
- Made in the USA

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01IC8XB02 |
| Age Range Description | 4+ |
| Brand Name | Arbor Scientific |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 720 Reviews |
| Item Dimensions | 2 x 2 x 2 inches |
| Item Dimensions W x H | 2"W x 2"H |
| Item Weight | 0.17 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Sirius Enigmas |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PhiTOP |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Number | PhiTOP |
| Size | Small |
| Theme | Science |
| UPC | 040232460937 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Images

![PhiTOP Stress Relieving Ellipsoid Spinning Top Physics Marvel and Optics Art by PhiTOP - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61YVU17wRAL.jpg)
![PhiTOP Stress Relieving Ellipsoid Spinning Top Physics Marvel and Optics Art by PhiTOP - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41rHFs5TgWL.jpg)
![PhiTOP Stress Relieving Ellipsoid Spinning Top Physics Marvel and Optics Art by PhiTOP - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61R6E4RSC7L.jpg)
![PhiTOP Stress Relieving Ellipsoid Spinning Top Physics Marvel and Optics Art by PhiTOP - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41HjG2Icc6L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long will this spin?**
A: One of the reviewers said that they got it to spin indefinitely.  They said that the put the stand on top of a cheap magnetic stirrer that they purchased on Amazon.  Clever!

**Q: How heavy/dense is the ellipsoid top? does it feel hefty or light in the hand?**
A: It felt relatively heavy; likely as heavy as you'd expect it to.  The thing is the bottom was really light and didn't seem to match the top.Also, I had somehow assumed the two were magnetized but they aren't so I wasn't going to get the egg to spin on the base like it's pictured for the life of me.  I felt it was totally not worth the money so I sent it back.

**Q: what does it do?**
A: Spun on it's side, the metal egg changes position to rotate on one end. It spins a surprising length of time on the plate designed for this purpose. I am very satisfied with my purchase of this item.

**Q: Amazon sells inexpensive, magnifying, hand-held mirrors (with rims).  Would that work as a larger base for the ellipsoid top?**
A: This egg spins on any smooth surface. It is a dense object. So it could break a glass surface if directed at a large angle to the surface.

Any smooth surface you can direct the ellipsoid top toward will support a satisfactory spin experience, provided the surface survives the impact you have delivered.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by R***K on August 29, 2020*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by N***D on February 22, 2022*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***P on April 15, 2018*



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*Last updated: 2026-05-09*