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Unlike a traditional electroscope, the Go Direct® Static Charge Sensor functions as an electronic electroscope to make quantitative measurements. Numerical measurements improve many electrostatics experiments, such as charging by induction, charging by friction, and charging by contact. The sensor also can be used to determine charge polarity. Comes with BNC/alligator clips cable and micro USB cable.

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Product Details
The completely wireless Go Direct® Static Charge Sensor provides students and educators with enhanced accuracy in measurements of positive and negative charges. Unlike a traditional electroscope, this sensor offers a means for quantitative measurement and analysis of positive and negative charges of objects that would not be possible in a traditional lab—such as measuring the charge on a balloon.

Students can visualize their charge readings in real time using the Vernier Graphical Analysis® and Vernier Graphical Analysis® Pro apps, allowing immediate analysis of experimental data and export of that data to other applications. Coupling this sensor with a Vernier® Electrostatics Kit (not included) means students can participate in new, deeper levels of experimentation.

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® 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® 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: ±100 nC
• Maximum input: ±150 V
• Typical bias input current: ±0.003 pA
• Input capacitance: 001 µF
• Instrument time constant: 0.1 sec
• Software: Requires Vernier Graphical Analysis® 4 software (for iOS®, Android®, Chrome®, Windows®, and MacOS®), available on the Vernier® website
• Warranty: 5-year limited (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.