Student Projectile Launcher with Photogates

The Student Projectile Launcher is a great tool to determine the relationship between launch angle, launch velocity and projectile range. This durable launcher can fire a small projectile ball at three different speeds and vary the launch angle between -45° and 90°. When a Digital Smart Timer is used with the included photogate, the velocity of the projectile can be measured and theoretical values for range can be compared to actual values. 2 steel balls are included with the Student Projectile Launcher. This manual comes complete with an assembly section, theoretical section about 2-D projectile motion, a STEM section explaining real-world applications of 2-D projectile motion, 2 student labs and lab answer keys. This launcher will help your students master 2-D projectile motion.

We have added the Photogates with RJ45 connectors as value addition to this product. The unit will work without the Photogates. If you want to use the Photogates you will need our Digital Timer (# 635-18). The Photogates might work with your existing timers, but we cannot say for sure as models and software vary.

Dimensions:
Metal Base: 150 x 150 mm (6 x 6 inch)
Launcher Body: 190 mm (7.5 inch)
Spring Push: 63 mm (2.5 inch)

Detailed instructions & Labs included.

Measurements are approximate.