Wireless Charge

‹The Wireless Charge Sensor from Data Harvest is a sophisticated tool designed to measure both electrical charge and voltage with exceptional precision. Serving as a modern alternative to the traditional gold leaf electroscope, this sensor not only identifies the polarity of a charge but also quantifies it, providing a comprehensive understanding of electrostatic phenomena. Its high input impedance ensures minimal current draw, making it ideal for sensitive measurements in electrostatics and electronics. With Bluetooth and USB connectivity, it seamlessly integrates into various educational settings, allowing for real-time data collection and analysis through the EasySense2 software.‹

Educational Benefits

• Facilitates accurate measurement of small charges, enhancing experiments in electrostatics.
• Enables quantitative analysis of voltage and charge, promoting a deeper understanding of electrical concepts.
• Supports wireless data logging, allowing students to collect and analyse data in real-time.
• Encourages hands-on learning, fostering engagement and retention of scientific principles.
• Integrates with EasySense2 software, offering versatile data representation and analysis tools.‹

Classroom Ideas

• Demonstrate the accumulation and dissipation of static charge on various materials.
• Investigate the charging and discharging curves of capacitors to understand time constants.
• Explore the concept of induced charge using Faraday's ice pail experiment.
• Measure the potential difference across components in simple circuits to study voltage division.
• Analyse the effectiveness of different materials in electrostatic shielding applications.‹

Product Specifications

• Charge Measurement Range: ±165 nC, with a resolution of 0.001 nC.
• Voltage Measurement Range: ±5 V, with a resolution of 0.0001 V.
• Input Impedance: Greater than 1 × 10 ¹ ² Ω, ensuring minimal current draw during measurements.
• Connectivity: Bluetooth and USB compatible for flexible data transfer options.
• Battery: Long-life rechargeable battery for extended use in various settings.
• Compatibility: Works with EasySense2 software across multiple platforms, including PCs, tablets, and smartphones.
• Durability: Compact and robust design suitable for classroom environments.
• Warranty: Comes with a 5-year warranty and lifetime support from Data Harvest.‹

This sensor is an invaluable addition to any science classroom, providing students with the tools to explore and understand complex electrical concepts through practical experimentation.‹