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Collect acceleration, rotation, and altitude data in the classroom or in the field. This 3-axis acceleration sensor has 2 acceleration ranges plus an altimeter and a 3-axis gyroscope. An additional channel measures the angle of the sensor's long axis. Rechargeable battery offers long battery life. Includes micro USB cable, cart mounting hardware, and quick-start guide.

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Product Details
Collect acceleration, rotation, and altitude data in the classroom or in the field. This 3-axis acceleration sensor has 2 acceleration ranges plus an altimeter and a 3-axis gyroscope. An additional channel measures the angle of the sensor's long axis.

Use the Go Direct® Acceleration Sensor in a variety of ways:

• Measure helmet impacts in concussion-related investigations
• Slip it into your pocket and pirouette or ride a half-pipe
• Mount this accelerometer on your bicycle or affix it to your lab cart without any dragging cables

Rechargeable Battery—Ready When You Are
The robust rechargeable battery offers long battery life and provides always-ready operation when using the sensor wirelessly. Monitor battery life directly from the award-winning Vernier Graphical Analysis® Pro app, as well as LabQuest® 3. Should the battery run low, simply connect the sensor to the charging cable and keep on collecting—no interruptions or inconvenience to you or your students.

Wireless or Wired—The Flexibility to Choose
The Go Direct® sensor connects directly to your mobile device and Chromebook™ or other computer using the Vernier Graphical Analysis® Pro app—no additional equipment or software purchases are necessary. The sensor also can be used wired via USB or wirelessly via Bluetooth® technology, allowing you to choose the solution best for your classroom or laboratory.

Specifications

• Range: Low acceleration, ±157 m/s² (±16 g); high acceleration: ±1,960 m/s² (±200 g)
• Gyros: ±2,000 °/s
• Altimeter: –1,800 m to 10,000 m (–5,900 ft to 33,000 ft)
• Angle: ±180°
• Connections: Wireless, Bluetooth®; wired, USB
• Software: Requires Vernier Graphical Analysis® 4 software (for iOS®, Android®, Chrome®, Windows®, and MacOS®), available on the Vernier® website
• Warranty: 5-year limited warranty (1 year on battery)

Note: Vernier products are designed for educational use. They are not designed nor are they recommended for any industrial, medical, or commercial process such as life support, patient diagnosis, control of a manufacturing process, or industrial testing of any kind.