Basic Science
Basic Science - Bundle BSS001
Covers 40 Experiments
- Motion
- Velocity
- Measuring the free fall acceleration
- Resistors in series and in parallel
- Endothermic and exothermic reactions
- Acid-base titration
- Regulation of human body: loss of heat through sweat
- Production: heat loss measured at fingertips
- Effect of exercise: temperature and heart rate
- Greenhouse effect
- Effect of sunlight on temperature of pavem
Typical Experiments
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Current ±2.5 A
DT005
Qty 1
- Chemistry
- Physics
- EcoLogXL
Current ±2.5 A
DT005
- Chemistry
- Physics
- EcoLogXL
Description
The Current Sensor is an ampere meter, measuring current values between -2.5 and 2.5 amperes. It is capable of measuring both direct and alternate current and includes two durable banana plugs for easy connection.
Common usage
The Current Sensor is used in various electricity experiments such as EMF and internal resistance, Ohm’s Law, or the study of current characteristics of a light bulb and a diode.
Specifications
- Range: ±2.5 A
- Input Current: AC or DC
- Accuracy: ±3 % over entire range
- Resolution (12-bit): 1.25 mA
- Default Sample Rate: 10 samples per second
- Input Resistance: 0.1 Ω
- Maximum Input Current: 5 A
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Distance
DT020-1
Qty 1
- Biology
- Physics
Distance
DT020-1
- Biology
- Physics
Description
This digital Distance Sensor measures the distance between the sensor and an object in the range of 0.2 to 10 m. The sensor is supplied with a mounting rod and can sample data at up to 50 times per second.
Common usage
Topics such as the harmonic motion of a spring and free fall acceleration can be explored using this Distance Sensor. It is used for various experiments in Physics and mechanics.
Specifications
- Range: 0.2 to 10 m
- Accuracy: 2% over entire range
- Resolution (12-bit): 2.44 mm
- Sampling Rate: Up to 50 samples per second
- Receiver Viewing Angle: ±15º to ±20º
- Features: Reports position, velocity and acceleration
- Data Logger Input Type: Digital
- Recommended Sensor Usage:
- Operate while the AC/DC adapter powers the data logger
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Heart Rate – Pulse
DT155A
Qty 1
- Biology
- EcoLogXL
Heart Rate – Pulse
DT155A
- Biology
- EcoLogXL
Description
The Heart Rate Sensor monitors the light level transmitted through the vascular tissue of the fingertip and the corresponding variations in light intensities that occur as the blood volume change in the tissue. It is so easy to use that even in large classes, every student will have an opportunity to use this sensor. This sensor includes Fourier’s sensor case (DT155) and an ear clip (DT159).
Common usage
Typical experiments using the Heart Rate Sensor include comparing the heart rate of athletes and sedentary people, checking a person’s heart rate before and after brief vigorous aerobic activity and checking a person’s heart rate before and after caffeine consumption.
Specifications
Range for Nova5000:
- Pulse: 0 – 200 bpm (beats per minute)
- Waveform Resolution (12-bit): 1.25 mV
- Pulse resolution: 1 bpm (beats per minute)
- Max. Sampling Rate: 100 samples/sec
- Data Logger Input Type: Digital
Range for MultiLogPRO:
- Waveform: 0 – 5 V
- Pulse: 0 – 200 bpm (beats per minute)
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Humidity
DT014
Qty 1
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environment
- Physics
Humidity
DT014
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environment
- Physics
Description
This Humidity Sensor has a measuring range of 0-100% relative humidity and comes equipped with a zero offset calibration screw.
Common usage
Typical experiments performed using this sensor are body respiration properties, the exploration of biotic conditions outdoors, and the research of meteorological connections between humidity, temperature and light. The Humidity Sensor can be used for biological, environmental and meteorological measurements.
Specifications
- Range: 0 to 100 % RH*
- Accuracy: ±8 % (10 to 90 % RH*)
- Resolution (12-bit): 0.05 % RH*
- Sensor Storage: Avoid exposure to sunlight
* RH = Relative Humidity
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pH
DT016A
Qty 1
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environment
- EcoLogXL
pH
DT016A
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environment
- EcoLogXL
Description
The pH sensor is capable of measuring the entire range of 0 - 14 pH and is used for various experiments in Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Science. This sensor can replace the traditional pH meter and in addition, it automatically collects the pH data and the pH changes during chemical reactions and displays these changes in a graph. The pH sensor (DT016A) consists of the Fourier Systems adaptor (DT017) and a pH electrode (DT018) and is equipped with an automatic temperature compensation system.
Common usage
The pH Sensor is used for various experiments in Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Science. Common experiments include: measuring the pH of bodies of water over long periods of time, diffusion of liquids, acidification of milk, or acid-base titration, and more.
Specifications
- Range: 0 to 14 pH
- Accuracy: ±2 % over entire range, after temperature compensation
- Resolution (12-bit): 0.004 pH
- Temperature Compensation: Yes
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 50 °C
- Response Time for 95% of Reading: 10 seconds
- Default Sample Rate: 10 samples per second
Feature: Equipped with an offset calibration screw
Sensor Storage: Store the pH electrode in its storage solution when not in use
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Sensor Cable Pack for NOVA LINK
13706
Qty 1
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Temperature -40 to 140 °C
DT029
Qty 1
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environment
- Physics
Temperature -40 to 140 °C
DT029
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environment
- Physics
Description
Fourier’s stainless steel Temperature Sensor is both simple and durable. It is covered with a protective isolating material, making it significantly stronger than a traditional glass thermometer. The sensor connects directly to the data logger using a standard mini-din cable.
Common usage
With a range of -25 °C to 110 °C, it can be used for experiments in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Earth Science, and Environmental Science. It is particularly well suited for conduction water and other chemical solution temperature measurements.
Specifications
•Range for NOVA5000:
- -25 to 110 °C
- -13 to 230 °F
- 263 to 383.15 K
Range for MultiLogPRO:
- -25 to 110 °C
- -13 to 230 °F
- Accuracy: ±2 % over entire range
- Resolution (12-bit): 0.03 °C
- Default Sample Rate: 10 samples per second
- Response Time (for 90% change in reading):
- 20 seconds in liquid
- 40 to 60 seconds in air
- Sensing Element: Located inside the sensor’s tip
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Voltage ±25 V
DT001
Qty 1
- Chemistry
- Physics
- EcoLogXL
Voltage ±25 V
DT001
- Chemistry
- Physics
- EcoLogXL
Description
This Voltage Sensor is a differential sensor, capable of measuring both direct and alternate current. The sensor has two durable banana plugs for easy connection, as well as floating inputs, allowing one to connect any number of voltage sensors to a circuit without shortening them.
Common usage
The Voltage Sensor can be used in conducting experiments such as capacitor charging and discharging, studying of voltage characteristics of a light bulb and a diode, measuring magnetic induction, EMF and damped oscillations.
Specifications
- Range: ±25 V
- Input Voltage: AC or DC
- Accuracy: ±3 % over entire range
- Resolution (12-bit): 12.5 mV
- Maximum Sample Rate: 20,000 samples per second
- Input Resistance: 250 kΩ
- Maximum Input Voltage: 60 V