This sensor measures both pulling and pushing forces up to ±50 N.
- 1x Bumper Attachment
- 1x Hook Attachment
- 1x Cart/Bracket Thumbscrew
- 1x Rod Clamp Thumbscrew
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
The study of force is critical to many science explorations. This accurate and rugged sensor will ensure your students get the most out of their force experiments. Pull and push forces up to ±50 N are measured in one dimension. A simple ZERO button on the top of the sensor enables quick and easy restarts, eliminating the need for confusing data manipulations. The sensor includes an overload stop in the force beam and a polycarbonate, plastic case to protect it from damage. Finger holes are provided for handheld use, but the sensor can also be mounted directly to a PASCO Dynamics Cart or a 0.5" rod stand.
Looking for a wireless option? Check out our Wireless Force Acceleration Sensor (PS-3202).
Features
- Easy to zero
- Force overload protection
- Includes a receiver and thumbscrew for mounting the sensor to a rod stand
- High speed sampling for data associated with collisions
- Minimized side-force measurements
- Mounts to the top of PASCO dynamics carts
Applications
- Measure force exerted by an oscillating mass
- Measure force during elastic and inelastic collisions
- Measure centripetal force acting on a rotating object
- Measure force of a swinging pendulum
- Measure Newton's Third Law action-reaction forces
- Measure forces associated with static equilibrium
What's Included
- 1x Bumper Attachment
- 1x Hook Attachment
- 1x Cart/Bracket Thumbscrew
- 1x Rod Clamp Thumbscrew
Product Specifications
Range | ±50 N |
Resolution | 0.03 N |
Zero (Tare) Function | Push-button |
Maximum Sample Rate | 1 kHz; 5 kHz with the 550 and 850 interfaces |
Force Overload Protection | Up to 75 N without damage |
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 »
Buying Guide
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Force Sensor Track Bracket | ME-6622 | -- |
Rocket Engine Test Bracket | ME-6617 | -- |
Force Sensor Balance Stand | CI-6460 | -- |
Replacement Parts | P/N | Price |
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Force Sensor Spares Kit | CI-6463 | -- |
Product Guides & Articles
Force & Acceleration Sensors
Force and acceleration sensors are devices that measure force properties and aspects of motion. You can apply these sensors while investigating phenomena in fields like physics, engineering, and physical sciences.
Experiment Library
Perform the following experiments and more with the PASPORT Force Sensor.
Visit PASCO's Experiment Library to view more activities.
Heavy and Heavier
In this lab, students use a force sensor to measure weight. This lab should help students recognize that an object's weight is not necessarily related to its size.
Archimedes' Principle
In this lab, students will use force sensors to explore the relationship between the volume of fluid displaced by a submerged object and the buoyant force experienced by that submerged object.
Centripetal Force
The dependence of centripetal force on radius and angular velocity is investigated. A rigid pendulum hangs from a force sensor mounted directly onto the shaft of the Rotary Motion Sensor so both force and angular velocity are...
Work and Energy
In this lab, students will use motion and force sensors to develop an understanding of the work-energy theorem that relates the work done on an object by a net force to the change in the object’s kinetic energy.
Newton's Second Law
In this lab, students will use force and motion sensors to study the relationship between the net force applied to an object, the acceleration of the object, and the object's mass.
Static and Kinetic Friction
In this lab, students will use force sensors to investigate static friction and kinetic (sliding) friction.
Conservation of Matter
In this lab, students use a force sensor to demonstrate that the weight of a whole object is equal to the sum of its parts' weights.
Momentum And Impulse
In this lab, students use a motion sensor, force sensor, and dynamics system to investigate the relationship between the change in momentum of a cart undergoing a collision and the impulse imparted to the cart to change its momentum,...
Simple Harmonic Motion
In this lab, students will use force and motion sensors to determine the spring constant. Students will measure the spring extension created by three different masses suspended from the spring.
Introduction to Force
In this lab, students will use force sensors to observe and measure contact and non-contact forces as they relate to gravity.
Hooke's Law
In this lab, students will use force sensors to observe the relationship between the extension of a spring and the resulting force required to extend the spring.
Newton's Third Law
In this lab, students will use pairs of force sensors to observe the relationship between an action force and the resulting reaction force.
Support Documents
Manuals | ||
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PASPORT Force Sensor Manual | English - 618.54 KB | |
Sensor de fuerza | Spanish - 203.55 KB | |
Knowledge Base | ||
Accessories and replacement parts force sensors and Smart Carts | Aug 3rd, 2023 | |
How do I know if the load cells within my PASCO device have been overloaded? | Aug 29th, 2023 | |
Principle of Operation - Force Sensor | Apr 14th, 2022 |