Use with a Photogate to capture time of flight data. Timing starts when object passes through photogate and stops when object impacts this landing pad. For use with PASPORT and ScienceWorkshop Interfaces.
- 1x Time-of-Flight Accessory
- 1x Instruction Manual
- 1x Experiment Guide
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
The Time-of-Flight Accessory is designed primarily for freefall or projectile motion experiments. When an object hits the plate, a signal is sent to the interface. Note: When used with the Projectile Launcher, a photogate is used to start the timer and the 20’ extension cable is recommended.
Applications
- Compatible with all PASCO launchers
- Conduct freefall experiments
Typical Experiments
- Time-of-Flight versus Initial Velocity
- Horizontal distance (requires two Photogate Heads)
- Horizontal velocity is constant
What's Included
- 1x Time-of-Flight Accessory
- 1x Instruction Manual
- 1x Experiment Guide
Product Specifications
| Cable Length | 72 in (1.8 m) |
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 »
Buying Guide
| Requires One Of These | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Timer Photogate System | ME-8932 | -- |
| Smart Gate | PS-2180 | -- |
| Wireless Smart Gate | PS-3225 | -- |
| Recommended Accessories | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Phone Jack Extender Cable | PI-8117 | -- |
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.
Experiment Library
Perform the following experiments and more with the Time-of-Flight Accessory.
Visit PASCO's Experiment Library to view more activities.
Time of Flight Versus Initial Speed
The purpose of this experiment is to determine whether time of flight of a ball launched horizontally off a table remains constant as the initial launch speed is changed.
Projectile Motion
Use photogates to measure time of flight and the initial launch velocity of the ball and predict the range fired at an angle off the table onto the floor. Also, find the maximum range as a function of angle.
Horizontal Speed of a Projectile
The purpose of this lab is to determine whether the horizontal velocity of a projectile is constant throughout its flight.
Horizontal Distance of a Projectile
The purpose of this experiment is to use the initial speed and the time of flight to predict the horizontal distance traveled by a ball shot from a table at an angle.
Projectile Motion
In this lab, students will use pairs of photogates to demonstrate how independent, horizontal and vertical motions describe the motion of a projectile.
Support Documents
| Manuals | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time-of-Flight Accessory Manual | English - 1.81 MB | |
