Includes a Photogate Head and Photogate Stand for flexible experiment design.
- 1x Photogate Head
- 1x Photogate Stand
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
Includes both a Photogate Head and a Photogate Stand for flexible experiment design. The Photogate Stand is also sold separately.
Applications
- Conduct basic position, velocity and acceleration experiments
- Measure acceleration due to gravity (free fall)
- Measure pendulum periods
What's Included
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1x PASPORT Digital Adapter For use with PASPORT. | PS-2159 |
| Recommended Accessories | P/N | |
|---|---|---|
| Picket Fence | ME-9377A |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Accessory Photogate Manual | English - 208.73 KB | |
| Photogate Head Manual | English - 483.59 KB | |
| Knowledge Base | ||
| Attaching single plug, digital devices to Smart Gate or Wireless Smart Gate | Aug 29th, 2023 | |
| Replacement cable for photogate head (ME-9498A) | Oct 9th, 2024 | |
