3D Magnetic Constructors

Today, magnetic 3D constructors are becoming increasingly popular, because they are very interesting and exciting toys that will appeal not only to children, but also to adults.

The main feature of magnetic 3D constructors is that in them all the details are connected to each other with the help of magnets. From the flat parts of various geometric shapes and colors, you can construct a lot of volumetric objects. If we talk about the advantages of magnetic products, we can distinguish the following points:

• these toys develop imagination and spatial thinking;
• from the details of the designer, you can build a lot of items, play the child does not get tired;
• similar products can be used in school lessons as a visual material;
• The toy will be interesting both for children and adults.

If we talk about the shortcomings of magnetic toys, then you need to note their rather high price. On the boxes of many magnetic products it is written that they are intended for children from 3 years old, but some of them have a lower age limit of 5-6 years.

Modern manufacturers offer a wide range of magnetic 3D constructors, which constantly continues to grow with new models. It is worth considering the most popular types and brands.

• The model consisting of balls and magnetic plastic sticks. The advantage of this model is the ease of assembly, clarity, relatively low price. The disadvantage of some models may not be sufficiently strong coupling between the parts of the product. SmartMax and Bornimago are examples of products of this kind.

• Magnetic version consisting of flat parts of various geometric shapes (the magnets are hidden inside the faces of the figures). This type is becoming increasingly popular due to advertising in children's cartoons, it is constantly updated with new models. The designer is available in several series, among which there are versions of mini - a kit consisting of about 20 parts, and advanced versions with a large number of parts. This type of product is relatively new, but it will be interesting for both children and adults.

• Magfomers - This is the most famous company that produces such products. The brand "Polydron" is also widely known. The toys of the Chinese company Xinbida Magical Magnet are no less popular among buyers, but they are at the same time cheaper analogues of the above listed companies. Often in our time produce products with the characters of various famous cartoons, and an example of this can serve as a magnetic designer "Paw Patrol" (Paw Patrol). It may have a different configuration: 17, 23, 39, 43, 86 parts.

• The designer from magnetic balls (it is called still "neokub"). This is an alloy of different metals. It consists usually of a large number of elements. The advantage of this type of product is that it will be interesting not only for children, but also for adults, and also not too high price compared to other magnetic options. In addition, these designs can be used as a visual material in school lessons. The disadvantage of this constructor is its danger to small children, who are all pulling in the mouth and may accidentally choke on the ball.

• Wooden magnetic constructor. It is similar to its non-magnetic counterpart, the only difference is that the parts are fastened to each other with the help of magnets.Similar models can be found at Tegu. It is designed for kids, will not be too interesting for older children. Among the shortcomings of wooden magnetic constructors, one can single out their too high price.

• Soft Magnetic Designer. This is a rather unusual option, since it consists of large blocks of various shapes, which are fastened together by magnets. With the help of such blocks, you can build whole houses, tunnels - in a word, everything your imagination is capable of. Such a designer produces firm "Magnikon." The soft designer is able to interest children of different ages. But the large size of the designer, which is its main feature, may be a disadvantage, since storage of such a product requires a lot of space.

• The designer consisting of plastic volume details. It is currently gaining popularity. Products of the company "Polydron" can serve as an example of such a designer.

Review of one of the models of the magnetic constructor, see below.