The Educational Weights & Forces Measurement Scale Kit provides students with practical tools for real-world sensor applications in STEM education. Designed for students in grades 6 and above, this kit enables easy measurement of forces and weights using load cells.
The Phidget Scale Kit comprises a scale assembly, a Wheatstone Bridge Phidget, load cells (780g, 5kg, 25kg), and all necessary cables and accessories. A 5kg load cell comes pre-installed in the scale assembly, allowing for a seamless connection of the wires from the load cell to the Wheatstone Bridge Phidget for immediate weight and force measurements.
This versatile kit supports various desktop-based programming languages, including Python, Java, C#, and Swift. Additionally, it accommodates browser-based programming languages such as MakeCode (block-based, JavaScript/Python) and Scratch (block-based). The device is compatible with multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Raspberry Pi (and other Linux distributions), Chromebooks, and Android. However, it does not currently support iPhones and iPads.
By offering a hands-on learning experience, the Educational Weights & Forces Measurement Scale Kit enhances students' understanding of STEM concepts in a fun and engaging manner.