1.2 m PAScar Dynamics System

A motion detector allows for the motion of the cart (position, velocity & acceleration) to be measured in real time.

PAScars and 250 g masses.

1.2 m track length.

The PAScar 1.2 m Dynamics System is the most economical way to equip your lab with carts and tracks for Newton's Laws, collisions, velocity and acceleration experiments. With accessories, you can expand your system to do additional experiments such as constant force with a fan cart, friction, and oscillations. Also, all PASCO Dynamics Systems are specifically designed to accommodate sensors for computer data acquisition.

How the 1.2 m PAScar Dynamics System Works

Few investments in physics lab equipment provide more learning opportunities than the PAScar Dynamics Systems -- perfect for experiments in Newton's Laws, collisions, velocity and acceleration. Get the advantages of a very low-friction apparatus without the noise and expense of air tracks.

• The PAScar's body and plunger are made of high-impact polycarbonate plastic -- extremely durable carts designed to survive tough classroom environments.  These carts are a lower cost alternative to our Classic Carts.
• The sturdy aluminum track is available in either 1.2 m or 2.2 m lengths depending on your lab size and the experiments you wish to perform. This Dynamics set features the 1.2 m length track.
• The newly redesigned feet and endstops have captured nuts which automatically align with the track T-slot, making it easy to slide them onto the track.

The Basic Components

Dynamics Track:

PASCO's aluminum tracks combine durability with utility. The aluminum extrusion is rigid and light, yet straight. Each track includes a measuring tape for easily measuring displacements along its length. Grooves along the side of the track allow key accessories such as photogates, rod clamps and angle indicators to be attached. The PAScar Dynamics System can be purchased with either a 1.2 m or a 2.2 m track, depending on lab space and desired applications. This Dynamics System includes the 1.2 m track.

Spring-Loaded Suspension: Wheels retract into the body, so they are protected from drops or skate boarding.

Low Friction: Ball bearing, knife-edge wheels mean student data more closely matches theory.

PAScars:

Just like the PASCO's Classic Dynamics Carts, the PAScars have

• Low Friction – Ball bearing, knife-edge wheels mean student data more closely matches theory.
• Spring-Loaded Suspension – Wheels retract into the body, so they are protected from drops or "skateboarding."

Additional PAScar Features:

• Three-position Plunger – Provides reproducible impulses and explosions
• Three Mounting Holes – For accessories
• Polycarbonate Body – Total mass: 250 g
• Mass – One 250 g mass included for each car.
• Mass Tray – Add mass to easily double or triple car mass
• Magnets – Installed on one end for elastic collisions
• Velcro Tabs – For inelastic collisions