Easily assemble the I-Beams into a variety of different trusses and structures.
See the Product Description for this item's included accessories.
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
Use the Truss Set to build a variety of structures to investigate the principles of trusses. The ABS plastic I-Beams fasten securely together using the provided connectors and thumb screws. Load cells can be inserted anywhere into the design by replacing one beam at a time. Students can load the truss by hanging weights.
Typical Applications
Example structures using just the Truss Set:
- Through Truss with Verticals
- Deck Truss Bridge
- King Post Roof Truss
Easy as 1-2-3 to construct!
- Fit the I-beams into the connectors
- Secure the beams with thumb screws
- Thumb screws are also slotted for use with a screwdriver
How It Works
Explore basic trusses and bridges:
PASCO’s Truss Set includes all of the materials needed to demonstrate the properties of I-beams and teach the basics of trusses, including 60 I-beams of various sizes.
Add measurements to your system:
The Load Cell & Amplifier Set provides you the means to accurately measure tension and compression in real-time—anywhere in your structure! You build the Load Cell right into your structure where you want it—and easily relocate it without disassembling the entire structure.
Collect data on your choice of interfaces:
Load cells connect to a load cell amplifier which can then be connected to any current PASCO interface.
What's Included
- 8x I-Beam #5 24 cm long
- 18x I-Beam #4 17 cm long
- 18x I-Beam #3 11.5 cm long
- 8x I-Beam #2 8 cm long
- 8x I-Beam #1 5.5 cm long
- 14x Connectors
- 75x Screws
- 1x Instruction Manual
Product Specifications
| Material | ABS |
| Length of #1 I-beam from pin to pin | 1.95 in (4.95 cm) |
| Length of #2 I-beam from pin to pin | 2.99 in (7.59 cm) |
| Length of #3 I-beam from pin to pin | 4.45 in (11.3 cm) |
| Length of #4 I-beam from pin to pin | 6.52 in (16.6 cm) |
| Length of #5 I-beam from pin to pin | 9.45 in (24.0 cm) |
Buying Guide
| Recommended Accessories | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Load Cell and Amplifier Set | PS-2199 | -- |
| Replacement Parts | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Structures #5 I-Beam Spares | ME-7017 | -- |
| Structures #6 I-Beam Spares | ME-7008 | -- |
| Thin I-Beams | ME-7012 | -- |
| Truss Set Screws (Set of 75) | ME-6994 | -- |
| Road Bed Spares | ME-6995 | -- |
| Cord Lock Spares | ME-6996 | -- |
| Angle Connector Spares | ME-6999A | -- |
| Axle Spares | ME-6998A | -- |
| Connector Spares | ME-7002 | -- |
| Full Round and xyz Connector Spares | ME-6997 | -- |
Product Guides & Articles
PASCO Structures System
PASCO’s Structures System offers realistic, hands-on tools for students to design and create life-like structures in the classroom. Intended for teaching principles of engineering and mechanical design, these systems are ideal for civil and mechanical engineering education courses. Materials range in complexity from single trusses to dynamic kits for design-based experimentation. This guide explains and compares all of our Structure System options and accessories.
Force & Acceleration Sensors
Force and acceleration sensors are devices that measure force properties and aspects of motion. You can apply these sensors while investigating phenomena in fields like physics, engineering, and physical sciences.
Support Documents
| Manuals | ||
|---|---|---|
| Truss Set Manual | English - 373.02 KB | |
| Knowledge Base | ||
| Cross section of beams for structures sets | Aug 29th, 2023 | |
| Ensuring pin joint behavior in structures systems | Sep 18th, 2023 | |
| Incorporating a load cell into a structure | Mar 8th, 2023 | |
| Material properties of polymer used for blue beams | Apr 14th, 2022 | |
