TSA Light Gate Source and Receiver

HP053465

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Description
Specifications
  • TSA Light Gate Source & Receiver
  • The Light Gates for the TSA come in two parts: the Source, and the Receiver
  • The Receiver connects directly to a DIN socket on TSA
  • It uses a photodiode which has a daylight filter
  • This means that pupils working in a lab near a window should experience no problems with ambient light
  • The green light on the Receiver indicates that the light gates are aligned and ready to be used
  • The Source was originally a lens end bulb but this has been replaced with an infrared source with the result that battery life is now much longer
  • With the infrared source, separation distances of up to 50cm between the Source and Receiver are possible
  • Much greater distances can be achieved if the Source is replaced with a 'Mag Light' type torch which can be focused
  • Do not use an LED torch or laser as these do not emit infrared
  • The TSA Timer is not included
Group 1 Science
Group 2 Physics
Group 3 Motions & Forces
Style Code HP053465