This 3-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor can sense the Earth’s magnetic field and fields from coils and bar magnets.
- 1x 3-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor
- 1x Sensor Mounting Rod
- 1x USB Charging Cable
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
This 3-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor can sense the Earth’s magnetic field and fields from coils and bar magnets. There are two ranges: ±50 gauss and ±1300 gauss. This sensor is primarily for static fields.
What's Included
- 1x 3-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor
- 1x Sensor Mounting Rod
- 1x USB Charging Cable
Product Specifications
| Ranges | ±50 G and ±1300 G |
| Resolution | ±0.01 G (50 G range); ±1 G (1300 G range) |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 100 Hz |
| Measurements | Magnetic Field Strength (3 axes and resultant) |
| Logging | Yes |
| Battery | Rechargeable Lithium-Polymer |
| Connectivity | Direct USB or via Bluetooth 4.0 |
Battery & Logging
| Stored Data Points Memory (Logging) 1 | >25,000 |
| Battery - Connected (Data Collection Mode) 2 | >72 hr |
| Battery - Logging (Data Logging Mode) 3 | 3.5 days |
| Battery Type | 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.
Buying Guide
| Recommended Accessories | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Zero Gauss Chamber | EM-8652 | $206 |
| Recommended charging solution for multiple sensors Wireless Sensor Charging Station | PS-3599 | $99 |
| Also Available | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Required by older computers without bluetooth 4.0 or later USB Bluetooth Adapter | PS-3500 | $14 |
Experiment Library
Perform the following experiments and more with the Wireless Magnetic Field Sensor.
Visit PASCO's Experiment Library to view more activities.
Magnetic Field Strength
Students use a magnetic field sensor to measure the magnetic field at the center of a coil at five different current levels. Students plot magnetic field strength versus current and analyze the relationship between the them.
Seafloor Spreading and Plate Tectonics
In this lab, students use a magnetic field sensor to explore the movement of Earth's crustal plates and the evidence that is used to support the theory of plate tectonics.
Electromagnetic Induction
In this lab, students will use an induction wand, rotary motion sensor, variable gap magnet, and magnetic field sensor to determine how the rate of change of magnetic flux through a coil affects the magnitude and direction of...
Magnetic Field: Coil
In this lab, students will use current and magnetic field sensors to understand some of the factors affecting the electromagnetic field strength within a solenoid.
Earth's Magnetic Field
In this lab, students use a magnetic field sensor to visualize the magnetic field lines surrounding Earth.
Magnetic Field: Permanent Magnet
In this lab, students will use magnetic field sensors to investigate the magnetic field strength of a permanent magnet as a function of distance from the magnet.
Support Documents
| Manuals | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless 3-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor manual | English | 466.35 KB | |
