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9689 LEGO Education Technic Simple Machines Set
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LEGO 9689 Simple Machines Set is a Education set currently valued at $176 for new and sealed sets. Annual appreciation has averaged 6.11% since release. On the used market, values range from $109 to $133 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Simple Machines Set since July 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 9689-1 Simple Machines Set is an Education Technic set released in 2012, containing 204 pieces. It was designed for classroom use to teach basic physical science concepts through the study of simple and compound machines. The set includes elements for building demonstrations with gears, wheels and axles, levers, and pulleys, along with curriculum support materials such as teacher guidance and student worksheets. Its contents are intended for hands-on investigation of mechanical principles rather than a single display model.

A new and sealed Simple Machines Set is currently valued at around $176, with annual growth of 4.1% that is expected to level off to around 3.1% in the coming year. The average used price is $111 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $130 to $158. Recent market trends show a period of price correction, with values declining over the past year.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) Brand New in Box LEGO 9689 Simple Machines Set Very Rare
BrickEconomy Choice
$130.00
(AU) VINTAGE LEGO 9689 SIMPLE MACHINES SET #1 of 5 - COMPLETE $155.60
-11.6%
(US) Amazon listing for Simple Machines Set $184.79
+5.0%
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 9689 Simple Machines Set $110.78
(SI) Used - Complete 9.5/10 with original instructions 9.5/10. $112.00

Sale Trends

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Sets in Education / Technic

9633 Advanced Air Power Set

Theme / Subtheme Education / Technic
Year 1999
Pieces 211
Availability Retired
9633 LEGO Education Technic Advanced Air Power Set
Retail $108.99
Value $490.67
Growth  +350.2%
Annual growth 5.0%

2000443 Workshop Kit Freewheeler

Theme / Subtheme Education / Technic
Year 2015
Pieces / Minifigs 82 / 1
Availability Retired
2000443 LEGO Education Technic Workshop Kit Freewheeler
Retail $9.99
Value $13.83
Growth  +38.4%
Annual growth 3.7%

5003163 Technic Studless Beams

Theme / Subtheme Education / Technic
Year 2015
Pieces 35
Availability Retired
5003163 LEGO Education Technic Studless Beams
Retail $11.99
Value $15.55
Growth  +29.7%
Annual growth 2.4%

5003164 Technic Angle Beams

Theme / Subtheme Education / Technic
Year 2015
Pieces 30
Availability Retired
5003164 LEGO Education Technic Angle Beams
Retail $11.99
Value ~$11.99

5003165 Technic Beams with Snaps

Theme / Subtheme Education / Technic
Year 2015
Pieces 30
Availability Retired
5003165 LEGO Education Technic Beams with Snaps
Retail $11.99
Value ~$11.99

5003166 Technic Crossblocks

Theme / Subtheme Education / Technic
Year 2015
Pieces 30
Availability Retired
5003166 LEGO Education Technic Crossblocks
Retail $11.99
Value $18.95
Growth  +58.0%
Annual growth 4.3%

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About Education Technic

LEGO Education Technic sets are designed to teach engineering and mechanics through hands-on building and experimentation. The "Advanced Air Power Set" (9633) includes components to create models powered by air pressure, such as pneumatic systems, helping students understand the principles of air pressure and pneumatics in mechanical systems. The "Simple Machines Set" (9689) introduces basic mechanical concepts through the construction of models that demonstrate levers, pulleys, gears, and wheels, providing a foundational understanding of simple machines and their applications. These sets enhance STEM education by allowing students to explore and apply engineering principles in an engaging, interactive manner.

Technic consists of 7 sets that ran from 1999 to 2015. As of today, 9633 Advanced Air Power Set is the most valuable Technic set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $491.
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This set contains a brick assortment that includes gears, wheels and axles, levers, and pulleys. Use this set with the accompanying curriculum pack to engage students in investigating and understanding the operation of simple and compound machines found in everyday life. The support materials provided in this curriculum pack include teacher guidance and student worksheets. Includes 204 bricks and elements that can be used to teach basic physical science concepts.
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