Product Summary
The Wireless Pressure Sensor allows students to easily collect accurate gas pressure data for a wide range of applications. Included is a 60cc syringe, tubing, and connectors that facilitate experiments such as Boyle's Law or measuring pinch-grip strength. Within PASCO's software, students can easily select their desired units from a list containing kPa, mmHg, inHg, mbar, psi, atm, and torr.
Perform These Experiments
- Study Boyle's law and Charles' Law
- Investigate pinch-grip strength and muscle fatigue
- Monitor plant transpiration when setup as a potometer
- Study enzyme reactions using hydrogen peroxide and catalase
What's Included
- 2x 2 Feet of polyurethane plastic tubing
- 1x Tube Connector
- 2x Male Barbed Luer Locks
- 1x Female Barbed Luer Lock
- 1x 60 cc Syringe
- 1x Micro USB Cable (PS-3584)
Product Specifications
| Range | 0-400 kPa |
| Resolution | 0.1 kPa |
| Accuracy | ±2 kPa |
| Logging | Yes |
| Max sample rate | 1000 Hz |
| Bluetooth | BT 4.0 |
Battery & Logging
| Stored Data Points Memory (Logging) 1 | >30,000 |
| Battery - Connected (Data Collection Mode) 2 | >30 hr |
| Battery - Logging (Data Logging Mode) 3 | 1.5 days |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable LiPo |
1 Minimum # of data points with all measurements enabled, actual results depend on enabled measurements.
2 Continuous use in a connected state until battery failure, actual results will depend on sample rate, active measurements, and battery condition.
3 Logging until battery failure, actual results will depend on sample rate, active measurements, and battery condition.
* Normal classroom use is the sensor in active use for 20min/lab for 120 lab periods/yr.
Software Required
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 »
Connectivity Options
This product can connect directly to your computer or device with the following technologies. No Interface required. See the following guide for details regarding device compatibility: Wireless Bluetooth Product Compatibility »
Dedicated Datalogging with SPARK LXi
Consider an all-in-one, touchscreen data collection, graphing, and analysis tool for students. Designed for use with wired and wireless sensors, the SPARK LXi 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.
Experiment Library
Perform the following experiments and more with the Wireless Pressure Sensor.
Visit PASCO's Experiment Library to view all activities for this product.
Advanced Placement / Biology
In this lab, students investigate the catalyzed decomposition of hydrogen peroxide by catalase or peroxidase using a pressure sensor to monitor the rate of the reaction. For a more inquiry-based investigation, students can manipulate...
Middle School / Life Science
In this lab, students will use absolute pressure sensors to measure changes in air pressure within a model “chest cavity” while causing the syringe "diaphragm" to change its volume.
High School / Biology
Students will use a pressure sensor to test grip strength and to investigate muscle fatigue.
Middle School / Physical Science
In this lab, students will use absolute pressure sensors to investigate how changes in the volume of a confined gas with constant temperature affects pressure.
High School / STEM
In this lab, students will use pressure and temperature sensors to determine the volume of gas needed to fill three differently sized plastic bags.
High School / Chemistry
What factors affect how much a material can expand as conditions in its surroundings change?
