Measure the motion of a pulley system using this combination photogate and low-friction pulley. For use with PASPORT and ScienceWorkshop Interfaces.
- 1x Photogate Head
- 1x Super Pulley with Rod
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
The Super Pulley attaches directly to a Photogate Head, providing a simple, low-friction system to measure position, velocity and acceleration. Additionally, with the pulley removed, the photogate can be used to perform standard photogate experiments.
Applications
- Study motion at a constant speed
- Measure a freely falling object
- Study kinematics on an inclined plane
- Measure speed of a projectile
- Measure acceleration of a cart
What's Included
- 1x Photogate Head
- 1x Super Pulley with Rod
Product Specifications
| Pulley diameter | 5.1 cm (2") |
| Pulley mass (approx.) | 5 g |
| Pulley outside circumference | 16 cm (6.3") |
| Pulley groove circumference | 15 cm (5.9") |
| Pulley coefficient of friction | <7×10-3 |
| Pulley moment of inertia (approx.) | 1.8×10-6 kg*m2 |
| Photogate width | 7.5 cm |
| Photogate signal fall time | < 50 ns |
| Photogate spatial resolution | < 1 mm |
| Timing resolution | 0.1 millisecond |
| Connector | Stereo phone plug |
Data Collection Software
This product requires PASCO software for data collection and analysis. We recommend the following option(s). For more information on which is right for your classroom, see our Software Comparison: SPARKvue vs. Capstone »
Interface Required
This product requires a PASCO Interface to connect to your computer or device. We recommend the following option(s). For a breakdown of features, capabilities, and additional options, see our Interface Comparison Guide »
Dedicated Datalogging with SPARK LXi2
Consider an all-in-one, touchscreen data collection, graphing, and analysis tool for students. Designed for use with wired and wireless sensors, the SPARK LXi2 Datalogger simultaneously accommodates up to five wireless sensors and includes two ports for blue PASPORT sensors. It features an interactive, icon-based user interface within a shock-absorbing case and arrives packaged with SPARKvue, MatchGraph!, and Spectrometry software for interactive data collection and analysis. It can additionally connect via Bluetooth to the following interfaces: AirLink, SPARKlink Air, and 550 Universal Interface.
Buying Guide
| Required Accessories | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1x PASPORT Digital Adapter | PS-2159 | -- |
| Recommended Accessories | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Universal Table Clamp | ME-9376B | -- |
Product Guides & Articles
Photogates, Fences, and Timers
Photogates, fences, and timers are a staple of every physics lab. We’ve developed two standalone photogates, as well as two software-dependent options with varying capabilities and applications. This page compares our products’ functions, applications, and connectivity to help you select the perfect fit for your lab.
Support Documents
| Manuals | ||
|---|---|---|
| Photogate Head ME-9498A | Russian - 433.24 KB | |
