Vernier Projectile Launcher
Use the Vernier Projectile Launcher to investigate important concepts in two-dimensional kinematics.
$790.00
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Use the Vernier Projectile Launcher to investigate important concepts in two-dimensional kinematics. Launch steel balls at angles between 0 and 70 degrees and over distances up to 2.5 m.
The solid, heavy base provides an easy-to-use and reliable setup. A unique pneumatic launching system provides excellent repeatability and allows you to set the launch speed.
Built-in photogates and angle markings provide easy and accurate measurement of the ball’s launch velocity, allowing for precise quantitative analysis of projectile motion. Simply plug the device into a compatible data-collection interface.
Launch angle: 0 to 70 degrees
Launch speed: 0-6 m/s
Launch height: 146 mm
Maximum launch distance: 2.5 m
Internal photogate interval: 50 mm
Steel ball diameter: 17.46 mm
Steel ball mass: 21.8 g
Launcher
6 Steel balls
Hand pump
2 pair of goggles
Level
Roll of wax marking paper
Photogate cable
User manual
Independence of Motion Accessory (IOM-VPL)
LabQuest Power Supply (LQ-PS)
Projectile Stop (PS-VPL)
Time of Flight Pad (TOF-VPL)
Wax Tape (300 feet) (WXT-VPL)
Steel Balls (Set of 6) (STB-VPL)
Goggles (Set of 2) (GGL-VPL)
Hand Air Pump (PUMP-VPL)
User Manual: https://www.vernier.com/manuals/vpl/
Warranty: 5-year limited warranty
FAQ: https://www.vernier.com/til/2592/
