The Wireless 3-Axis Acceleration/Altimeter can remotely log acceleration in three dimensions and altitude, making it ideal for recording data during roller coaster rides.
- 1x Sensor with rubberized case
- 1x Adjustable strap
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
The Wireless 3-Axis Acceleration/Altimeter can remotely log acceleration in three dimensions and altitude, making it ideal for recording data during roller coaster rides.
What's Included
- 1x Sensor with rubberized case
- 1x Adjustable strap
Product Specifications
| Accelerometer Ranges | ±16 g, ±100 g, ±200 g, ±400 g |
| Measurements | Acceleration (3 axes and resultant); Altitude; Angular velocity (3 axes) |
| Logging | Yes |
| Battery | Coin Cell |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 4.0 |
Battery & Logging
| Stored Data Points Memory (Logging) 1 | >15,000 |
| Battery - Connected (Data Collection Mode) 2 | >15 hr |
| Battery - Logging (Data Logging Mode) 3 | NA |
| Battery Type | Coin |
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
| Replacement Parts | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Coin Cell Battery Pack | PS-3504 | $10 |
| 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 Acceleration/Altimeter.
Visit PASCO's Experiment Library to view more activities.
Designing and Testing Crash Cushions
Students measure the acceleration of a cart as it collides with a solid barrier and a simple crash cushion. Students use their data and Newton's Second Law to help design and build an improved crash cushion that reduced the maximum...
Centripetal, Tangential, and Angular Acceleration
A rod rotates in a horizontal plane, and is made to slow steadily to a stop. This setup is used to explore the different types of acceleration involved in this motion: centripetal, tangential, and angular acceleration.
Angular Velocity and Centripetal Acceleration
Students Explore the relationship between centripetal acceleration and the rotational speed of an object.
Support Documents
| Manuals | ||
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Acceleration/Altimeter Reference Guide | English - 597.21 KB | |
