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InterfacesVinciLab data-logger Art. Nr. 001

The VinciLab is a modern graphic data-collection system that can be used standalone and with PC, in the classroom and in the field. It is operated via a large, high-resolution color touch screen and supports measurements with the BT sensor line. It has four analog and two digital BT inputs. Coach software, which is installed on Vin-ciLab, offers tools for collecting, viewing and ana-lyzing data. Resolution: 12-bitMax. sample rate: 1 MHz (simultaneously 2 inputs)Internal memory: 8 GBComputer connection: USB

CLAB data-logger Art. Nr. 003CLAB is an easy-to-use data-logger that can be used with a CASIO Graphic Calculator equipped with the E-CON program, with a PC computer and standalone, in the field and in the classroom. CLAB is equipped with its own processor and mem-ory. It has three analog BT (right-handed) sensor inputs. Additionally CLAB has a built-in 3-axis ac-celerometer.Resolution: 12-bitMaximal sample rate: 100 kHz Memory: 2 MB FlashComputer connection: USB Calculator connection: 3-pin jack connector to CA-SIO Graphic Calculator

CoachLab II+ interface Art. Nr. 006pCoachLab II+ is an advanced lab interface for measurement and control. It has two BT inputs with sensor recognition and two 4-mm analog inputs. All inputs have two voltage ranges: 0 to 5V and –10 to +10 V, and can be used as counters. It also has two digital inputs. For control four outputs with vari-able power levels are available. The interface is equipped with FLASH memory, which allows easy upgrade of the internal system software.Resolution: 12-bitMaximal sample rate: 100 kHz Internal memory: 128 kBComputer connection: USB

CoachLab II+ Measurement Package

Art. Nr. 20006mv

This is a package for measurement with CoachLab II+. It consists of: CoachLab II+ in-

terface (Art. Nr. 006p)

Temperature sen-sor (Art. Nr. 0511),

Light sensor (Art. Nr. 0513),

Sound sensor (Art. Nr. 017i), Coach 6 Lite Activities and teaching materials available via

the CMA web site.

CoachLab II+ Measurement and Technology Package

Art. Nr. 20006msv

This is a package for measurement and control with the CoachLab II+ inter-face. It consists of: CoachLab II+ in-

terface (Art. Nr. 006p)

Temperature sensor (Art. Nr. 0511), Light sensor

(Art. Nr. 0513), Sound sensor (Art. Nr. 017i), Actuator set (Art. Nr. 062) Coach 6 Lite Activities and teaching materials available via

the CMA web site.

€Lab interface Art. Nr. 008€Lab is a simple USB lab interface, which can be used to intro-duce students to mea-surements with the computer. It has two analog BT inputs (right-handed). Both inputs can be used as counters.Resolution: 12-bits Maximal sampling rate: 40 kHzMemory: 32 kB Power supply: not needed, powered via USB Computer connection: USB

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€Sense interface Art. Nr. 009 €Sense is an easy to use lab interface with three built-in, high qual-ity sensors to measure temperature, sound and light. An included additional external temperature sensor is suitable for measurements inluiguids and air. This interfaces is very suitable for primary school level. Resolution: 12-bits Maximal sampling rate: 40 kHzMemory: 32 kB Computer connection: USBPower supply: not needed, powered via USB

€Motion Art. Nr. 010€Motion is an ultrasonic motion detector that connects directly to a computer through a USB-port. The €Motion measures the distance between the sensor and an object. The minimum range is 0.20 m, the maximum is 6 to 10 m, de-pending on the size, shape, orientation and surface of the object that is de-tected. Computer connection: USBPower supply: not needed, powered via USB.

MoLab data-logger Art. Nr. ML01MoLab is a mobile graphic data collection system. It is a small, Windows CE com-puter equipped with its own processor and memory. It is operated via a color touch screen (320x240 pixels). Coach 6 CE is preinstalled on MoLab. It has four sensor inputs to which ML type of sensors can be connected. The MoLab is delivered with power adapter, USB cable, 4 sensor cables with 5-pin mini jack plugs, spare stylus, protective rubber cover, ML11s Tem-perature sensor, ML14s Light sensor, ML17f Volt-age sensor and User’s Guide.Resolution: 12 tot 16 bit*

Maximal sample rate: 100 kHz*

Memory: 256 MB Flash ROM memory/64 MB user memory, and external micro SD card slotPower: Rechargeable battery-pack, charging via USB from computer or power adapter (included). Computer connection: USB mini port* depends on the connected sensors

Lab EquipmentPrimary Science Kit Art. Nr. 009kit

The Primary Science Kit supports CMA ‘Primary Science with €Sense’ pack and offers addi-tional materials, which can be used with activit-ies described in the pack. In these activities, stu-dents use €Sense and investigate phenomena around light, sound, heat and temperature.

System Board Art. Nr. 020The System Board is designed for logic, measurement, control and automation practi-cal. The sections of the System Board: The Input block is the subsystem, which gathers data from the environ-ment and conditions the signal for processing. The signal comes from a sensor in the case of a mea-suring or control system, or a keyboard in the case of a computer system. The Processing block is the subsystem, which sys-tematically processes the signal to achieve a spe-cific system goal. The Output block is the subsystem, which presents the processed data in a form useful for the user (measurement system) or on the basis of the sig-nals carries out and action (control system).The Extra components block is the subsystem, which consists of 4 bit AD converter and connection to the computer.

Resonance kit Art. Nr. 060The Resonance Kit is a set for measurement and control ac-tivities around the Resonance concept. The kit consists of an adjustable base, a plastic tube, a movable coil, a movable force sensor holder, a spring, a spring holder, a magnet. In-stead of a metal rod a Force sensor (not included in the kit) for measuring spring oscillations can be used. The

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measurements of induced emf due to the periodic motion of a magnet, placed in the holder attached to the spring, can be done. The current carried through the coil can be controlled (turn on and off) through outputs of the CoachLab II interface and the influence on the magnet hanging on the spring can be observed.

Sensors

Sensors with BT connectors

CMA sensors with BT (British Telecom) connectors can be directly connected to CMA interfaces with analog BT inputs such as €Lab, CLAB, CoachLab II+ and VinciLab. These sensors are automatically recognized by these interfaces.

Low g Accelerometer Art. Nr. BT10iThe Low g Accelerome-ter can be used to study accelerations in one-di-mensional motions. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not deliv-ered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate. Range: -5 g and 5 g Resolution (12 bit): 0.005 g

High g Accelerometer Art. Nr. BT11iThe High g Accelerom-eter can be used to study accelerations in one-dimensional mo-tions. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sen-sor and has to be purchased separate.Range: -25 g and 25 g Resolution (12 bit): 0.02 g.

Angle Sensor Art. Nr. 013iThe Angle sensor is a potentiometer, which has a pulley to attach a string to. The sensor is suitable for detecting angle changes and (small) displacements. By a displacement of the string, the potentiometer is rotated and the out-put voltage is adapted. Range: 270° (turn) / 120 mm (displacement). Resolution (12-bit): 0.06°

Blood Pressure Sensor Art. Nr. 0377i

The Blood Pressure sensor is used to mea-sure systemic arterial blood pressure. The sensor measures differential pressure and uses the pressure transducer, which has a membrane that flexes as pressure changes. The sensor is delivered with standard adult size adjustable cuff (27 cm to 39 cm) and bulb pump (with release valve).Range: 0.. 250 mm Hg

Charge Sensor Art. Nr. BT19iThe Charge sensor measures electrostatic charges and can be used as a replacement of an electronic electro-scope. The sensor can also be used to measure charge polarity. The Charge sensor is an extremely high impedance voltage sensor with a 0.01 μF input capacitor.The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: 5 nC / 25 nC /100 nC Resolution (12 bits): 0.0025 nC / 0.013 nC / 0.05 nC

CO2 Sensor (0 .. 5000 ppm) Art. Nr. BT24iThe CO2 sensor is used to monitor low concen-trations of gaseous car-bon dioxide. The sensor is great for measuring CO2 levels during plant photosynthesis or respi-ration of small animals. The sensor is delivered with 250 ml sampling bottle. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: 0 .. 5000 ppmTypical resolution: 20 ppm

CO2 Sensor (0 .. 100000 ppm) Art. Nr. BT25iThe CO2 sensor is used to monitor high concen-tration of gaseous car-bon dioxide. The sensor is great for measuring CO2 levels of exhaled human breath or respi-ration of animals and insects. The sensor is deliv-ered with 250 ml sampling bottle. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: 0 .. 100000 ppmTypical resolution: 1000 ppm

Colorimeter Art. Nr. BT29i

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The Colorimeter is a 4-color colorimeter. It is great for Beer’s law ex-periments, determining the concentration of unknown solutions, or studying changes in concentration vs. time. Fifteen 3.5-mL Cuvettes are included. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: red (635 nm), green (565 nm), blue (470 nm) and violet (430 nm)

Conductivity Sensor Art. Nr. BT27iThe Conductivity sensor measures the ability of a solution to conduct an electric current between two electrodes. The Conductivity Sensor can be used to measure either solution conductivity or total ion concentration of aqueous samples. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Ranges: 0 .. 200 μS / 0 .. 2000 μS / 0 .. 20000 μS Resolution (12 bit): 0.082μS/ 0.82μS / 8.2 μS

Current Sensor (-5 .. 5 A) Art. Nr. BT21iThe Current sensor is a general-purpose sen-sor to measure currents in AC and DC circuits. It has two banana (4-mm) plugs for easy connec-tion. The sensing ele-ment is a 0.04 resistor (2 W) connected between the red and black terminals. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: -5 .. +5AResolution (12-bit): 3.8 mA

Current Sensor (-500..500 mA) Art. Nr. 0222iThe Current sensor can be used to measure small currents in AC and DC circuits. It has two banana (4-mm) plugs for easy connec-tion. The sensing ele-ment is a 0.4 resistor (0.3 W) connected between the red and black terminals.Range: -500 .. +500 mAResolution (12-bit): 0.38 mA

Dissolved Oxygen Sensor Art. Nr. BT34iThe Dissolved Oxygen sensor can be used to measure the concentra-tion of dissolved oxygen in water samples. The sensor is automati-cally temperature com-pensated, using a thermistor built into the sensor. Disposable caps with pre-fit membranes allow quickly and conveniently change membranes.Range: 0 to 15 mg/lResolution (12 bit): 0.2 mg/l

ECG Art. Nr. BT36iThe ECG sensor mea-sures voltages that are produced by the heart. These voltages are measured at the skin of the wrists and elbow through electrodes. The voltages are amplified by the sensor and filtered and transferred through an optical coupler. A pack-age of 100 electrode patches is delivered with the sensor. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: 0 .. 5 mVResolution (12 bit): 1.2 μV

Exercises Heart Rate Sensor Art. Nr. BT47iThe Exercises Heart Rate sensor monitors a person’s heart beat. Each time the heart beats, an electrical sig-nal is generated. This signal is measured at the surface of the skin by electrodes embedded in the chest belt of the sensor. The system consists of a transmitter belt, plug-in receiver, and a large and a small elastic strap. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.

Flow Rate Sensor Art. Nr. 0387The Flow rate sensor measures the velocity of flowing water. It can be used to study the discharge, flow pat-terns, and sediment transport of flowing water. The Flow rate sensor is equipped with im-peller rod with 5-m cable.Range: 0 .. 4.0 m/sResolution (12 bit): 0.005 m/s

Force Sensor Art. Nr. BT42i

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The Force sensor mea-sures force using strain gage technology. The sensor can be used to study friction, harmonic motions, impact in colli-sions, or centripetal force. The following accessories are in-cluded: a thumbscrew, an utility handle, a bumper and a hook. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be pur-chased separate.Range: -5 .. 5N / –50 .. 50 N. Resolution (12 bit): 0.003 N / 0.03 N

Force Plate Art. Nr. 0364The Force plate mea-sures forces of step-ping, jumping and other human-scale actions. The Force Plate has two ranges, one for larger forces, and a more sensitive range for pushing experiments. The Force plate includes one pair of handles, which can be attached either to the top or the bottom of the plate.Range: –800 .. +3500 N / –200 to +800 NResolution (12 bit): 1.2 N / 0.3 N

Heart-rate Sensor Art. Nr. 027iThe Heart-rate sensor provides a simple way to study the heart's func-tion. The sensor clip consists of a small in-frared LED and an in-frared light sensor. The sensor measures the light level transmitted through a tissue of the ear lobe and the corresponding vari-ations in light intensities that occur as the blood volume changes in the tissue.Range: 0 .. 5 V

Light Sensor (0 .. 200 lx) Art. Nr. 0142iThe Light sensor mea-sures light intensities in the range of 0 to 200 lux. It consists of a pho-totransistor, which re-ceives light through a glass fiber. Because of its range the sensor is suitable for measurements in normal indoor situa-tions. The sensor can also be used as a light gate. Range: 0 .. 200 lxResolution (12-bit): 0.05 lx

Light Sensor (0 .. 150 klx) Art. Nr. 143iThe Light sensor mea-sures light intensities in

the range up to 150 000 lux. A photodiode located at the side of a sensor box converts light intensity in an output voltage. The sensor is suitable for mea-surements in daylight. Full sun illumination is within the range of the sensor. The spectral response of the sensor approximates the response of the hu-man eye.Range: 0 .. 150 klxResolution (12-bit): 37 lx

Light Sensor (0.1 .. 10 W/m2) Art. Nr. 0513This simple Light sen-sor measures light intensity and is sensi-tive to the visible light spectrum and also infrared..Range: 0.1 .. 10 W/m2

Magnetic Field Sensor Art. Nr. 024iThe Magnetic field sensor contains a Hall-element, which is sensitive to the strength of a magnetic field. The sensor is suited to measure the magnetic fields in coils. Ranges: 10 .. 50 mT, 100 .. 500 mTResolution (12 bit): 0.025 mT / 0.25 mT

Motion Detector Art. Nr. 0664The Ultrasonic Motion Detector is designed to measure an object position. Distance from the sen-sor to an object is determined from the traveling time of an ul-trasonic pulse to the object and back. Range: 0.2 .. 6 to 12 m (depending on object shape, size and surface).Frequency of ultrasound: 50 kHz.Typical accuracy: ± 1 mm.

Motion Detector Art. Nr. BT55iThis Ultrasonic Motion Detector can be con-nected to the analog BT sensor input and can be used only with CLAB. It measures measure an object position. Dis-tance from the sensor to an object is determined from the traveling time of an ultrasonic pulse to the object and back. Range: 0.2 .. 6 to 12 m (depending on object shape, size and surface).

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Frequency of ultrasound: 50 kHz.Typical accuracy: ± 1 mm.

ORP Sensor Art. Nr. BT57iORP stands for Oxida-tion-Reduction potential also known as Redox Potential. The ORP sensor measures the ability of a solution to act as an oxidizing or reducing agent. The sensor consists of an ORP electrode and an amplifier. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: -450 mV .. 1100 mVResolution (12-bit): 0.5 mV

Oxygen Gas Sensor Art. Nr. BT59iThe Oxygen Gas Sen-sor measures the gaseous oxygen con-centration. The sensor can be used in a variety of biology and chem-istry experiments. Range: 0 .. 100% Resolution (12 bit): 0.03%

Photogate with Pulley Art. Nr. BT63iThe photogate consists of two light detectors and operates in two modes, an internal gate mode allowing detect-ing objects passing be-tween the photogate arms and an external (laser) gate mode for detecting objects passing out-side the photogate arms. The Photogate can be converted to function like a Smart Pulley by adding a Pulley Attachment. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Spatial resolution: 21 mm.

pH System consists ofpH amplifierpH electrode

Art. Nr. BT61iArt. Nr. 031

pH SystemThe pH system is a general-purpose pH measurement system that measures the pH value of a solution. The system consists of a pH amplifier (BT61i) and a pH electrode (031).The pH electrode is a gel-filled Ag-AgCl

combination-electrode in a plastic tube. The elec-trode cannot be refilled.The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: 0.. 14 pHResolution (12-bit): 0.005 pH

Pressure Sensor Art. Nr. BT66iThe Pressure sensor is designed to measure absolute gas pressure. The pressure is mea-sured via a pressure valve, which is located on the side of the box. The sensor has two measurement ranges, which can be selected using a switch located on the side of the sensor box. It is delivered with the following accessories: - a plastic 20-ml syringe with Luer-lock,- two plastic tubes (5 cm and 45 cm long), - a three-way valve with Luer-lock connectors, - two Luer-lock connectors.The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: 0 .. 700 kPa and 0 .. 130 kPa Resolution (12-bit): 0.2 kPa and 0.04 kPa

Radiation Sensor Art. Nr. BT70iThe Radiation sensor detects alpha, beta and gamma ionizing radia-tion. The sensor is suit-able to detect low-level radiation, emitted by e.g. potassium fertiliz-ers or gas lantern mantles. It can also be used to measure background radiation. The sensor outputs a pulse when a decay is detected. Also, a clicking sound is emitted and a LED light flashes. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: 0 .. 1000 cps (counts per second)

Relative Humidity Sensor Art. Nr. 025iThe Relative Humidity sensor measures rela-tive humidity. The sen-sor consists of an inte-grated circuit, which uses a capacitive poly-mer to sense humidity. The holes in the sensor box provide air circulation. Range: 0 to 100% Resolution (12-bit): 0.04 % RH

Salinity Sensor Art. Nr. BT78i

The Salinity sensor measures the salinity of a solution, which indi-

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cates the amount of all the salts dissolved in water. The sensor consists of a Salinity electrode and an amplifier. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: 0 .. 50 pptResolution (12-bit): 0.02 ppt

Sound Sensor Art. Nr. 017iThe Sound sensor is consists of micro-phone followed by an internal amplifier. This microphone is mounted at the side of a sensor box. The sensor measures variations in air pressure caused by sound waves. Because of the high sensitivity, the sensor is very much suited to detect pressure pulses. Range: -45 .. +45 PaResolution (12-bit): 22 mPa

Spirometer Sensor Art. Nr. BT82iThe Spirometer sensor can be used to perform a variety of experiments related to air flow and lung volume. The Spirometer is delivered with a disposable bac-terial filter and 10 disposable mouthpieces. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: -5 .. 5 L/sResolution (12 bit): 0.01 L/s

Temperature Sensor (-18 °C .. 110 °C)

Art. Nr. BT84i

The Temperature sen-sor measures tempera-ture. A transducer lo-cated in a stainless-steel tube converts (lin-ear) the measured tem-perature values into voltage values. In liquids the response of the temperature sensor is quite fast (in between 1.3 and 2.0 s). The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: -20 °C to 110 °CResolution (12 bit): 0.07 °C

Temperature Sensor (-20 .. 125 °C)

Art. Nr. 0511

This cheap tempera-ture sensor is durable and versatile and can

be used in organic liquids, salt solutions, acids, and bases. This sensor is included in the CoachLab II+ Mea-surement package and the CoachLab II+ Measure-ment and Technology package. Range: -20 °C to 125 °CResolution (12-bits): 1.25 °C

Thermocouple Art. Nr. 0135iThe Thermocouple sensor measures tem-peratures in two ranges, which are selected using the switch placed on the side of the sensor box. The sensor uses a ther-mocouple type K, which consists of Chromega and Alomega wires that are welded together to form a measuring junction. Range: -200.. 1300 °C and -20 .. 110 °C Resolution (12-bit): 0.39 °C and 0.035 °C

Turbidity sensor Art. Nr. BT88iTurbidity is a measure of water clarity; how much the material sus-pended in water causes light passing through the water to be scat-tered. The higher the intensity of scattered light, the higher the turbidity. The Turbidity sensor measures turbidity in the range between 0 ... 200 NTU. It is delivered with one empty cuvette and one cuvette containing 100 NTU StablCal Formazin Standard, which is used to calibrated the sensor. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: 0 .. 200 NTUResolution (12-bit): 0.2 NTU

UVA Sensor Art. Nr. 0388The UVA sensor is a light sensor that re-sponds primarily to UVA radiation. The UVA sen-sor consists of a broad-band UV sensitive silicon photodiode. Range: 320 .. 390 nmResolution (12-bit): 5 mW/m2

UVB Sensor Art. Nr. 0389The UVB sensor is a light sensor that re-sponds primarily to UVB radiation. The UVA sensor consists of a broadband UV sensitive silicon photodiode. Range: 290 to 320 nmResolution (12-bit): 0.25 mW/m2

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Voltage Sensor (-10 .. 10 V) Art. Nr. 0210iThe Differential Volt-age sensor is de-signed for exploring the basic principles of electricity. It can be used to measure volt-ages in AC and DC circuits. The sensor has differential inputs; mea-surements can be done directly across circuit ele-ments without the constraints of common ground-ing. It has two 4-mm plugs for easy connection.Range: -10 .. +10VResolution (12-bit): 6.5 mV

Voltage Sensor (-500..500 mV) Art. Nr. BT32iThe Differential Voltage sensor is designed for measuring voltages in between -500 and 500 mV. The sensor can be used to measure small voltages in AC and DC circuits. The sensor has differential inputs; mea-surements can be done directly across circuit ele-ments without the constraints of common ground-ing. It has two 4-mm plugs for easy connection. The sensor cable (BT – IEEE1394) is not delivered with the sensor and has to be purchased separate.Range: -500 .. +500 mVResolution (12-bit): 338 V

Voltage Sensor (-10 .. 10 V Art. Nr. BT02The Voltage sensor is a generic sensor that measures voltage. Note that this sensor has a direct connection to the inputs of a measure-ment interface. It has two banana (4-mm) plugs for easy connection. Range: -10 .. +10 V.

ML Sensors

ML sensors are modern, I2C digital sensors, which convert measured quantity values to digital values (AD converter on board). They are compact and use 5-pins mini jack plugs. ML sensors can be connected only to CMA MoLab data-logger. Sensor cables needed to connect sen-sors to an interface are not supplied with sensors, they are supplied with MoLab interfaces.

Anemometer Art. Nr. ML90s

The Anemometer ML90s is a device for measuring wind speed. The sensor is a propel-ler-type anemometer with the axis of rotation parallel to the direction of the wind. The num-ber of revolutions is counted via a magnet and reed sensor and is converted to wind velocity.Range: 0.4.. 35 m/sResolution (12 bit): 0.1 m/s

3–Axis Accelerometer Art. Nr. ML29sThe 3-Axis Acceleration sensor ML29s mea-sures acceleration along 3 axes x, y, and z. The directions of the axes are marked on the sensor’s label. The sen-sor gives values on a g scale.Ranges: -2 .. 2 g (de-fault) / -4 .. 4 g / -8 .. 8 g.Maximal sampling rate: 500 Hz

Barometer/Altimeter Art. Nr. ML36sThe Barometer / Alti-meter ML36s meas-ures atmospheric pressure and calcu-lates the respective altitude in meters as-suming that the aver-age pressure exerted

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at sea level by the atmosphere is 1013.25 hPa (1 atmosphere). Range 300.. 1,100 hPa Maximal sampling rate: 10 Hz

Conductivity Sensor Art. Nr. ML57mThe Conductivity sen-sor ML57m measures the ability of a solution to conduct an electric current between two electrodes. The Con-ductivity Sensor can be used to measure either solution conductivity or total ion concentration of aqueous samples. Ranges: 0 .. 20000 μS/cmMaximal sampling rate: 15 Hz

CO2 Sensor Art. Nr. ML60m

The CO2 sensor is used to monitor low concentrations of gaseous carbon diox-ide. The sensor is great for measuring CO2 levels during plant photosynthesis or respiration of small animals. The sensor is delivered with 250 ml sampling bottle. Range: 0 .. 5000 ppmMaximal sampling rate: 1 Hz

Current Sensor (-3 .. 3A) Art. Nr. ML20f

The Current sensor ML20f measures cur-rents, in either direction, in AC and DC circuits. The sensor should be placed in series with the circuit component through which the cur-rent will be measured. The sensor is equipped with two banana plugs and 2 additional alligator clips. The sensor is pro-tected such that currents up to 5 A will not damage the sensor.Range -3 .. +3 A.Maximal sampling rate: 100 kHz

Current sensor (-12.5 .. 12.5 mA)

Art. Nr. ML23f

The Current sensor ML23f measures cur-rents, in either direc-

tion, in AC and DC circuits. The sensor should be placed in series with the circuit component through which the current is measured. The sensor is equipped with two banana plugs and 2 additional alligator clips. The sensor is protected and currents up to 25 mA will not damage the.Range: -12.5 .. +12.5 mAMaximal sampling rate: 100 kHz

Dissolved Oxygen Sensor Art. Nr. ML75m

The Dissolved Oxy-gen sensor measures the concentration of dissolved oxygen in water samples. The sensor is auto-matically temperature compensated, using a thermistor built into the sen-sor. Disposable caps with pre-fit membranes allow quickly and conveniently change membranes.Range: 0 to 15 mg/lMaximal sampling rate: 1 Hz

ECG Sensor Art. Nr. ML84m

The ECG sensor measures voltages that are produced by the heart. These volt-ages are measured at the skin of the wrists and elbow through electrodes. The volt-ages are amplified by the sensor and filtered and transferred through an optical coupler. A package of 100 electrode patches is delivered with the sensor.Range: 0 .. 5 mVResolution (12 bit): 1.2 μV

Force Sensor Art. Nr. ML32f

The Force sensor ML32f measures forces using strain gauge technology. The sensor can be used as a replace-ment for a hand-held spring scale, can be mounted on a ring stand or on a dynamics cart to study collisions. It measures both pulls and pushes. A maximal force of 100 N can be applied to the sensor. Several ac-cessories are included with the Force sensor: a bumper, a thumb screw, a hook, and a utility han-dle.Range: -80 .. 80 N.Maximal sampling rate: 100 kHz

Heart-rate Sensor Art. Nr. ML87s

The Heart Rate sensor monitors a person’s

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heart beat. The sensor consists of a transmitter belt and a receiver. The transmitter detects electrical signals at the surface of the skin and transmits the information to the receiver. The receiver receives the signals and determines the heart rate in beats per minute. The reception range of the receiver is 90 cm.Range: 0 .. 250 bmp Resolution (12 bit): 1 bmp

Humidity Sensor Art. Nr. ML48m

The Humidity sensor ML48m measures relative humidity and temperature. Two sensing elements are placed inside the sen-sor box. The slots in the end cap of the sensor allow air circu-lation. The sensor performance will vary consider-ably with the amount of air circulation i.e. it will re-spond more quickly with an increase in movement of air. Range: Humidity: 0 .. 100% RH /Temperature: -20 .. 50°C (-4 .. 122°F).Maximal sampling rate: Humidity 20 Hz / Temperature: 4 Hz

Light Sensor Art. Nr. ML14s

The Light sensor ML14s measures light intensity levels in 3 ranges. This is suit-able for indoor and outdoor measure-ments of light inten-sity. The sensor uses a photo detector, which is mounted on the surface under a glass window. To protect the glass window the sensor is closed with a plastic cap. The sensor has a mounting thread located on one side of the sensor.Ranges: 0.35 .. 22,937 lux / 1 .. 65,535 lux (default) / 1.53 .. 100,487 luxMaximal sampling rate: 200 Hz

Magnetic Field Sensor Art. Nr. ML51m

The Magnetic Field sensor ML51m mea-sures magnetic field strength. The sensor uses a Hall-element as its sensing element. This element is moun-ted at the tip of the stainless steel tube. The face of Hall element is directed perpendicular to the direc-tion of the stainless steel tube and the sensor is most sensitive when the tube is positioned parallel to magnetic field lines. The sensor is therefore very

suitable for measuring magnetic field inside coils or near permanent magnets.Range: -1000 .. 3000 Gauss (-100 .. 300 mT). Maximal sampling rate: 1000 Hz

Motion Detector Art. Nr. ML26m

The Ultrasonic Motion De-tector ML26m is designed to measure an object position. Distance from the sensor to an object is determined from the traveling time of an ultra-sonic pulse to the object and back. The sensor is supplied with a steel rod.Range: 0.15 .. 6 m (depending on object shape, size and surface).Maximal sampling rate: 100 Hz

ORP Sensor Art. Nr. ML72m

ORP stands for Oxi-dation-Reduction po-tential also known as Redox Potential. The ORP sensor mea-sures the ability of a solution to act as an oxidizing or reducing agent. The sensor consists of an ORP electrode and an amplifier. Range: -450 mV .. 1100 mVMaximal sampling rate: 15 Hz

Oxygen Gas Sensor Art. Nr. ML63m

The Oxygen Gas Sen-sor measures the gaseous oxygen con-centration. The sensor can be used in a vari-ety of bio-logy and chemistry experi-ments. Range: 0 .. 100% Maximal sampling rate: 1 Hz

Photogate with Pulley Art. Nr. ML54f

The photogate consists of a light gate allowing detecting objects pass-ing between the photo-gate arms. The Photo-gate can be converted to function like a Smart Pulley by adding a Pul-ley Attachment. Maximal sampling rate: 100 kHz

pH Sensor Art. Nr. ML42m

The pH sensor ML42m measures the pH value

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of a solution. The pH electrode is connected to the sensor box by means of a coax cable and a BNC connector. The pH electrode is a gel-filled glass electrode built in a plastic tube with an opening at the bottom side. Range: 0 .. 14 pHMaximal sampling rate: 10 Hz

Pressure Sensor Art. Nr. ML39mThe Pressure sensor ML39m measures, via a port located on the side of the sensor box, relative gas pres-sure. The pressure sensor is a very pre-cise piezoresistive pressure sensor. The sensor is delivered with a plastic 20-ml syringe with Luer-lock, a Luer-lock connector, and a plastic tube. Range: -100 .. 300 kPaMaximal sampling rate: 1000 Hz

Radiation Sensor Art. Nr. ML69m

The Radiation sensor detects alpha, beta and gamma ionizing radiation. The sensor can be used to mea-sure background radi-ation. The sensor out-puts a pulse when a decay is detected. Also, a clicking sound is emitted and a LED light flashes. Range: 0..20000 cps (counts per second) Maximal sampling rate: 1 Hz

Salinity Sensor Art. Nr. ML66m

The Salinity sensor ML66m measures the salinity of a solution, which indicates the amount of all the salts dissolved in water. The sensor consists of a Salinity electrode and an amplifier. Range: 0 .. 50 pptMaximal sampling rate: 10 Hz

Sound Sensor Art. Nr. ML78f

The Sound sensor ML78f consists of a microphone connected via a micro-phone plug to the sensor box with an amplifier. The micro-

phone has a frequency response between 20 and 20 000 Hz. The sensor is suited to measure and display sound waveforms. It also works well for speed of sound experiments.Range: -100 .. 100 % Maximal sampling rate: 100 kHz

Temperature Sensor (-40°C .. 125°C)

Art. Nr. ML11s

The Temperature sen-sor ML11s is a general-purpose temperature sensor that can be used to measure temperature in liquids (water, mild acidic solutions) and air. The sensing element of the sensor (thermistor) is located at the end of a stainless steel tube.Range: -40°C .. 125°C (-40 °F to 257°F) Maximal sampling rate: 33 Hz

Temperature Sensor (-25 .. 1200 °C)

Art. Nr. ML45m

The Temperature sen-sor ML45m uses a ther-mocouple type K to measure temperatures The thermocouple con-sists of Chromel and Alumel wires that are butt-welded together at one end to form a mea-suring tip. The thermo-couple wire is double insulated with glass braid and the thermocouple tip is exposed. The wire is about 65 cm long.Range: -25 .. 1200 °C (40.. 257 °F)Maximal sampling rate: 15 Hz

Voltage Sensor Art. Nr. ML17f

The Voltage sensor ML17f is designed for exploring the basic prin-ciples of electricity and can be used in AC and DC circuits. The sensor has differential inputs; measurements can be done directly across circuit elements without the constraints of common grounding. It can be used to measure positive po-tentials, as well as negative potentials. The sensor is equipped with two banana plugs and additional alligator clips. The sensor is provided with over-volt-

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age protection and voltages up to ± 30 V (related to ground) will not damage the sensor. Range: – 15 .. +15 VMaximal sampling rate: 100 kHz

ActuatorsCMA actuators can be connected to the outputs of CoachLab II+ interface.

Step-motor burette Art. Nr. 061

The Step-motor bu-rette (titrator) is used to add liquid in for ex-ample titration experi-ments. During an ex-periment this burette pushes in a syringe.

Actuator Set Art. Nr. 062Actuator set consists of: 3 red and 3 black 4-mm wires, 12-V switch, lamp holder with 3 coloured 12-V bulbs, 12-V buzzer, 12-V di-rect current motor, and propeller to connect to motor. All elements make use of 4-mm busses.

Switch Module Art. Nr. 063The Switch Module al-lows connecting 230V devices to outputs of CoachLab II+.

The module is based on a 230 V solid-state-relays (SSR). It can supply devices up to 1150 W and is controlled by a voltage of 3 V or more (up to 25 V).

AccessoriesBT - IEEE1394 cable Art. Nr. BTsc_1

Art. Nr. BTsc_4

The BT – IEEE1394 sensor cable (1.5 m length) is used for new BT sensors, which are equipped with the IEEE1394 socket. These sensor cables are sold singly (BTsc_1) and in pack-ages of four (BTsc_4).

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VinciLab stand Art. Nr. 001stand

The plastic stand for the VinciLab data-logger.

Web Cam Art. Nr. 041

The USB webcam that allows capturing videos directly in the Coach 6 program. The web-cam has a built-in microphone, built-in LED lighting and a tri-pod is included. It is able to capture up to 30 frames per second at VGA resolution (640 x 480).

Adapter 4mm - BT Art. Nr. 0519

For connecting sen-sors with 4-mm plugs to interfaces with BT inputs such as the, CoachLab II+ or €Lab.

Adapter BT - 4mm Art. Nr. 0520

For connecting sen-sors with BT plugs to interfaces with 4-mm inputs such as Coach-Lab II+.

BT-BT Extension cable (analog)

Art. Nr. 0521Art. Nr. 0522

For extending the length of analog BT sensor cables. 3m and 5 m cables are available.

Drop counter attachment Art. Nr. 0662DROP

Drop counter can be attached to CMA photo-gates 0662i or ML54f and can be used to record volume (count drops) in titration exper-iments. The drop counter is delivered with a drop dispenser, two valves and a tip.

Disposable bacterial filter Art. Nr. BT82FIL

Disposable bacterial filter for Spirometer BT82i.

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Disposable mouthpiece Art. Nr. BT82MP

Disposable mouth-pieces (package of 100) for Spirometer BT82i.

Electrode Patches Art. Nr. 0628ep

100 Electrode patches for 0628i ECG sensor .

CO2 to O2 Tee Art. Nr. 07661

The CO2-O2 Tee is de-signed to be used with a CO2 Gas Sensor, and O2

Gas Sensor.

IEEE1394 cable Art. Nr. 07662

This cable is used to connect Photogates (0662i) in the daisy chain mode.

ML Sensor cable Art. Nr. ML10sc

A 5-pin mini jack plug sensor cable for ML sensors (1.20 m).

USB cable Art. Nr. 0742

The USB cable for Crossroads model and CoachLab I inter-face.

Mains Adapter Art. Nr. 0866

This mains adapter (110 - 230V) is used as the power supply for the CoachLab II+.

SOFTWARE

Coach 6 LiteCoach 6 Lite is a lim-ited version of Coach 6. It allows measure-ment and control with the CMA interfaces. The program also of-fers data processing and analysis tools.

The Activities cannot be modified; the result of stu-dent work is saved in Result files.

The program can be downloaded at:http://www.cma-science.nl/english/downloads/softwarecoach6.html#CoachLite

Free versionLicense code not needed for installation

Coach 6

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Coach 6 is the learn-ing and authoring soft-ware environment, which in-tegrates tools for: Data collection -

measurements on- and off-line

Data Video – measurements on digital video clips and images

Direct capturing and editing video clips Synchronization of video and data collection Modeling – creating and using dynamical (nu-

merical) models Controlling – creating programs to control vari-

ous actuators and automated systems Creating animations Processing of data

Coach 6 supports many hardware platforms: CMA's interfaces: LabVinci, CoachLab II+, €Lab,

€Sense, and MoLab, Texas Instruments CBL™ and CBL2™, Vernier LabPro, LEGO DACTA® RCX, And offers wide range of sensors and actuators (CMA, Vernier and Texas Instruments).

As Authoring environment Coach 6 gives opportuni-ties to create multimedia activities for students starting at primary level up to undergraduate.

Coach with all its powerful facilities in one package is a unique environment for use in Biology, Chem-istry, Physics, Mathematics and Technology with many different curricula.

Program includes exemplary Activities for different subjects.

The program can be downloaded at:http://www.cma-science.nl/english/downloads/installcoach6.html#Coach6

Author versionLicense code needed for installation

Coach 6 Studio MVCoach 6 Studio MV integrates tools for:

Data Video – measurements on digital movies and images

Direct capturing and editing video clips

Modeling – creat-ing and using dy-namical (numeri-cal) models.

Coach 6 Studio MV is an Authoring environment and offers tools to design student activities.

Program includes examples of Data Video and Modeling Activities.

The program can be downloaded at:http://www.cma-science.nl/english/downloads/softwarecoach6.html#Coach6MV

Author versionLicense code needed for installation

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Warranty policyThe CMA products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase provided that it has been used under normal laboratory conditions. This warranty does not apply if the sensor has been damaged by acci-dent or misuse.

Note: These products are to be used for educational purposes only. They are not appropriate for industrial, medical, research, or commercial applications.

Revision: 03/02/2016

CMA offers complete Data Acquisition System Interfaces, Sensors and Actuators

and Coach – the Learning and Authoring Software Environment

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