Quick Answer: Magnetic Sodium Chloride Molecule Kits are ion models with 6 embedded magnets in each ion, offered as a 4 x 4 x 4 lattice of 64 ions and a 3 x 3 x 3 lattice of 27 ions, to show the structure and properties of ionic compounds.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
4 x 4 x 4 lattice: 64 ions (32 sodium, 32 chloride)
3 x 3 x 3 lattice: 27 ions (13 of one type, 14 of the other)
Each ion has 6 embedded magnets to simulate ionic bonding
Water molecules not included; available in the magnetic water molecule kits
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Lattice 4 x 4 x 4
64 ions (32 sodium, 32 chloride)
Lattice 3 x 3 x 3
27 ions (13 of one type, 14 of the other)
Magnets per ion
6, embedded
Water molecules
not included
About This Product
Every ion carries 6 embedded magnets that simulate ionic bonding as students assemble a cubic lattice of sodium and chloride ions. The models support lessons on ionic structure and bonding, the cubic nature of salt crystals, efficient lattice packing, high melting temperature, brittleness and cleavage planes. Water molecules are not part of these Molecular Model lattices; if required, they come in the magnetic water molecule kits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many ions are in each lattice? The 4 x 4 x 4 lattice has 64 ions (32 sodium and 32 chloride) and the 3 x 3 x 3 lattice has 27 ions (13 of one type and 14 of the other).
Q2. Are water molecules included? No. Water molecules are available, if required, in the magnetic water molecule kits.
