The Wireless Smart Gate has all the features of the wired Smart Gate plus the added flexibility of wireless connection to your data collection system.
- 1x Smart Gate
- 1x Mounting Rod
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
The Wireless Smart Gate is a multi-purpose photogate. It has dual photogate beams spaced at 1.5 cm to accurately measure speed and velocity. The built-in laser switch (when used with any laser) allows you to time objects too large to fit through the arms of the photogate. The integrated slot on the arm receives photogate tape that also helps measure the movement of larger and faster objects, like model rockets. The auxiliary port is for adding an additional photogate head or Time-of-Flight Accessory.
We do not recommend using two Wireless Smart Gates in the same experiment unless the measured times are relatively long (greater than one-half second) since synchronization is limited to 2 ms.
What's Included
- 1x Smart Gate
- 1x Mounting Rod
Product Specifications
| Gate Separation | 1.5 cm |
| Timing Resolution | 3 µs |
| Minimum Block Time | 1.5 ms |
| Beam Wavelength | 940 nm |
| Gate Inside Width | 7.2 cm |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 10.5 x 7.0 x 3.0 cm |
| Approximate Mass | 90 g |
| Connectivity | USB and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Logging | No |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable LiPo |
Battery & Logging
| Stored Data Points Memory (Logging) 1 | Not Supported |
| Battery - Connected (Data Collection Mode) 2 | >16 hr (>8 hr with Aux Port) |
| Battery - Logging (Data Logging Mode) 3 | Not Supported |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable 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.
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 »
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 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
| Recommended Accessories | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photogate Head | ME-9498A | -- |
| Photogate Tape, High Resolution (30 meters) | ME-6666 | -- |
| Photogate Brackets (2 Pack) - IDS | ME-9806 | -- |
| Cart Picket Fences (2 Pack) - IDS | ME-9804 | -- |
| Super Pulley with Clamp | ME-9448B | -- |
| Wireless Sensor Charging Station Recommended charging solution for multiple sensors | PS-3599 | -- |
| Replacement Parts | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Micro USB Cable | PS-3584 | -- |
| Also Available | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| USB Bluetooth Adapter Required by older computers without bluetooth 4.0 or later | PS-3500 | -- |
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 Wireless Smart Gate.
Visit PASCO's Experiment Library to view more activities.
Atwood's Machine
Students use a photogate and pulley system to determine the mathematical relationship between the acceleration of an Atwood’s machine, the difference between its two masses, and the sum of those two masses.
Simple Pendulum
Students test different variables to see which affect the period of a simple pendulum.
Two-Dimensional Motion: Projectiles
Students use a photogate and mini launcher to measure the variables that affect the two-dimensional motion of a projectile launched horizontally, and then use those variables to accurately predict and test the projectile's horizontal...
Atwood Machine
Students set up an Atwood machine using a Wireless Smart Gate and pulley. They collect acceleration data for a system, keeping the total mass constant while varying the difference in the weight of the two hanging masses. They...
Simple Pendulum
Students use a photogate and pendulum to determine the physical properties of a simple pendulum that affect its period, and then use their data to support a mathematical model relating period to pendulum arm length.
Support Documents
| Manuals | ||
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Smart Gate Reference Guide | English - 893.52 KB | |
| Safety Sheets | ||
| Lithium Battery Safety Data Sheet | English - 566.81 KB | |
| Knowledge Base | ||
| How do I troubleshoot connecting a wireless sensor? | Aug 22nd, 2022 | |
| Windows asks for a PIN number when connecting wireless sensor or device | Sep 18th, 2023 | |
| Wireless sensor or device not charging | Mar 4th, 2024 | |
| Android asks for a PIN number to pair a wireless device to system | Aug 29th, 2023 | |
| Attaching single plug, digital devices to Smart Gate or Wireless Smart Gate | Aug 29th, 2023 | |
| Battery replacement instructions for PS-3225 | Aug 7th, 2023 | |
| Battery warranty for rechargeable lithium ion and lithium polymer batteries | Mar 13th, 2023 | |
| Determination of spacing between beams on smart gates | Sep 6th, 2023 | |
| Tips for use of micro USB cables | Aug 29th, 2023 | |
| Use of two Smart Gates to determine time between positions in Capstone | Aug 29th, 2023 | |
