Columbus Globe Duo Stainless Steel 40cm German (4651)

This globe is the result of a successful partnership between designers, cartographers, and glass-blowers. It combines artistry and precision to create an exceptional product.

The Duo Map

The political map (when unilluminated) displays the countries of the Earth in harmonized colors. When illuminated, the physical map reveals mountains, tectonic plates, plains, and sea beds. The map is manually applied to a seamless crystal sphere that is highly luminous and blown by expert glass-blowers.

The illuminated map creates an astonishing impression of relief. Columbus goes beyond standard printing techniques to achieve a flawless, deep shine. The process begins in their advanced "clean printing room," where only superior acrylic sheets are used. Paper is strictly prohibited to avoid contamination from fine dust particles during the printing process. Up to 24 successive layers of color are printed, with curing, inspection, and cleaning between each layer. After printing is complete, a high-gloss clear coat is applied over the entire map before undergoing final inspection by the cartographic department.

Columbus cartography is unmistakable: it represents the Splendour of Elegance.

4D Globe App for iPhone and iPad

Take your Columbus DUO globe experience to the next level with the Columbus 4D Globe app for iPhone or iPad. Hover your device over your illuminated DUO globe, and watch as weather and temperature data for major cities appear floating above the globe.

You can explore a country encyclopedia to discover fascinating facts about countries worldwide. The encyclopedia content is updated daily. For those curious about Earth's interior, alternative maps provide new perspectives on the globe’s surface. The app continuously introduces new topics for exploration, ensuring an engaging and educational experience. Exclusively designed for the Columbus DUO series of globes.

Compatibility with Columbus Audio/Video-Pen OID

This globe supports OID (Optical Image Decoding) technology, which works with the optional Columbus Audio/Video-Pen. The pen reads embedded codes on the globe's surface that are linked to various audio or video files. By tapping the pen on specific locations on the globe, you can access relevant content through its built-in speaker or headphone output.

Interactive Features:

• Country Information: Learn about a country’s size, population, population growth rate, capital city, and more by tapping its location.

• Interesting Facts: Discover detailed insights and fascinating data about each country.

• National Anthems: Listen to the national anthem associated with each country.

• Quiz Mode: Test your knowledge in an entertaining way by answering questions based on locations you tap on the globe.

Video Playback: To view associated video files, download the Columbus Video Pen app from the App Store or Google Play onto your smartphone or tablet.

Specifications

General Information:

• Diameter: 40 cm

• Total height: 50 cm

• Type: Table model

• Rotating: Yes

• Swiveling: No

• Series: Duo

Map Features:

• Scale: 1:32,000,000

• Unilluminated map: Political

• Illuminated map: Physical

• Language: German

Equipment:

• Meridian material: Stainless steel version (metal)

• Stand material: Stainless steel version (metal)

• Cable management: Integrated

• Power supply: Power plug

• Sphere material: Crystal glass

Special Features:

• Children's globe: No

• Mini globe: No

• Floating globe: No

• Electronic globe: No

• Day and night globe: No

• Raised relief globe: No

• Antique globe: No

• Celestial globe: No

• Outdoor globe: No

• Bar globe: No

• Design globe: No

• Special edition model: No

• Ting-compatible: No

• Explorer Pen compatibility: Yes

Design:

• Modern and futuristic appearance: No

• Rustic-style and natural appearance: No

• Classic and elegant appearance: Yes