Force Practical with the Xplorer GLX ™
Determine the mass of an object on an incline using a Force Sensor
Lab Summary
In this Lab Practical, students determine the mass of an object on an incline using a Force Sensor.
Published: December 2006
Downloads
- Force Practical with the Xplorer GLX (3.29 MB, .zip)
Includes experiment setup and procedures
Here's What You Need
U.S. Educator prices shown.
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PASPORT Force Sensor (PS-2104) - $110
Designed to measure both pulling and pushing forces. Uses range from collisions to tug-of-war. For use with PASPORT Interfaces.
Xplorer GLX (PS-2002) - $349
The Xplorer GLX is a data collection, graphing, and analysis tool designed for science students and educators.
Other Products
Force Accessory Bracket (CI-6545) - $79
Allows mounting of force sensors directly to a dynamics track.
Angle Indicator (ME-9495A) - $19
Fastens to the T-Slot of a dynamics track with hanging brass plumb bob for angle indicator.
1.2 m PAScar Dynamics System (ME-6955) - $259
Equip your lab with carts and a high-quality 1.2 m aluminum track.
Ohaus Triple-Beam Balance (without Tare) (SE-8723) - $147
This Ohaus triple-beam mechanical balance (without tare) is accurate and easy to use. This balance has been a standard weighing instrument in student laboratories for decades.
