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Visual AccelerometerPS-2128 $189A LEDs indicate direction andmagnitude of acceleration.A 1-Axis Acceleration SensorThis PASPORT sensor provides real-time acceleration data andvisual clues that allow students to better understand the conceptof acceleration. The sensor features 10 high output, wide-angleLEDs that indicate the magnitude and direction of acceleration.The case of the sensor fits directly into a dynamics cart, andfeatures ties for pendulum motion and a pass-through so thesensor can be thrown vertically along a rope.Typical ApplicationsA Real-time measurement ofacceleration during simpleharmonic motionA Use as a standalonedemonstration tool.A Attaches to a PASCO Cartfor incline experiments.A Discover the accelerationof an elevator.Requires:Three AA batteries (included)Mounts directly to PASCO dynamics carts.Force PlatformPS-2141 $275A Large jumping and landingsurfaceA Rugged designA Force overload protectionThis PASPORT sensor generates data in real time. The sturdyglass-filled nylon platform is supported by four force beams thatcombine to measure the total force on the platform. The ForcePlatform has two loops on the side to hang it on a wall.Typical ApplicationsA Determine “hang time” by jumping upfrom the platform, then landing on itA Measure impulse and maximum forcewhen jumping.A Use two Force Platforms to investigateNewton’s Third Law as two studentspush against each other.A Measure the normal force on a personriding in an elevator.A Use a Motion Sensor and a bouncingball to compare the impulse and changein momentum as the ball collides withthe platform.Recommended:Handle Set PS-2548 $35Impulse datafor a bouncingplayground ball.Charge SensorPS-2132 $110A Ideal for electrostaticsThe Charge Sensor is designed for experiments in electrostaticssuch as inductive charging, charge production/distribution, andcharge on a capacitor. The sensor features automatic scaling,eliminating the need for a gain switch. Designed with highlyefficient input over-voltage protection, the Charge Sensor isvirtually “blow-out” proof and will provide many years of use inthe student lab.When used with the Faraday Ice Pail, the Charge Sensor canmeasure the total charge on an object by the induction method.Typical ApplicationsA Measure charge by induction.A Quantify the charge on a capacitor plate.A Discover the charge distribution on a conducting sphere.The Charge Sensor measures equal yet opposite charge on two objects.Recommended:Faraday Ice Pail ES-9042A $793-Axis AccelerationPS-2119 $169A 100 Hz sample rateA Simultaneously measure x, y and zacceleration through one portHigh sensitivity for small accelerations and fast response forcollisions — only PASCO offers students both capabilities withjust one push of a button. PASCO Accelerometers offer a widerrange, making them perfect for use with a greater variety ofacceleration experiments in or out of the classroom. Students nolonger have to use multiple acceleration sensors or worry aboutseparate sensor orientation. PASCO sensors are permanentlymounted in the correct orientation.Typical ApplicationsA Attach to a dynamics cart for thestudy of Newton’s Laws.A Investigate centripetal accelerationon a rotating platform.A Study the acceleration of a handwhile tossing a ball.During a bench press, the weight lifter accelerates andthen decelerates the weights. The acceleration is zero atthe top of the lift where the weights are held at rest. Thisgraph shows the resultant acceleration calculated from allthree axes, so the orientation of the sensor does not affectthe measurement. The acceleration due to gravity has beensubtracted out.To see all of PASCO’s great physics products check out our catalog.See it online at pasco.com/catalog or call 800-772-8700*AP is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.11