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Light Sensor

Light Sensor

120 Hz Power Curve of a Fluorescent Lamp

120 Hz Power Curve of a Fluorescent Lamp

Light Sensor

$69.00

The Light Sensor approximates the human eye in spectral response. Use it for inverse square law experiments or for studying polarizers, reflectivity, or solar energy.

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The Light Sensor can be used for measurements of light intensity in a variety of situations.

  • Perform inverse square light intensity experiments using a point source of light
  • Conduct polarized filter studies
  • Demonstrate the flicker of fluorescent lamps and other lamps
  • Carry out solar energy studies
  • Perform reflectivity studies
  • Study light intensity in various parts of a house or school
  • Use it as part of a study of plant growth to measure light intensity

 

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including antimony, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, see www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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Specifications

  • Resolution
    • 0–600 lux: 0.2 lux
    • 0–6,000 lux: 2 lux
    • 0–150,000 lux: 50 lux
  • Wavelengths: 400–800 nm

Experiments

Elementary School (6 experiments)
ExperimentLab Book
Learning to Use the Light ProbeElementary Science with Vernier
Distance From the SunElementary Science with Vernier
Summer and WinterElementary Science with Vernier
Sunshine on My ShouldersElementary Science with Vernier
Reflectivity of LightElementary Science with Vernier
Are All Batteries the Same?Elementary Science with Vernier
Middle School (7 experiments)
ExperimentLab Book
Biodiversity in EcosystemsInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Measuring ParticulatesInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Reflectivity of LightMiddle School Science with Vernier
Schoolyard StudyMiddle School Science with Vernier
Reflectivity of LightPhysical Science with Vernier
Polarizing LightPhysical Science with Vernier
How Bright is the Light?Physical Science with Vernier
High School (22 experiments)
ExperimentLab Book
Reflection and Absorption of LightAgricultural Science with Vernier
Light Intensity & Stepper MotorsEngineering Projects with NI LabVIEW and Vernier
Biodiversity in EcosystemsInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Water Cycle Column InvestigationsInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Decomposition Column InvestigationsInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Ecocolumn InvestigationsInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Energy ConversionInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Measuring ParticulatesInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Wave Communication ChallengePhysics Explorations and Projects
Solar CellsPhysics Explorations and Projects
Reflectivity of LightPhysical Science with Vernier
Polarizing LightPhysical Science with Vernier
How Bright is the Light?Physical Science with Vernier
Polarization of LightPhysics with Vernier
Polarization of Light (Rotary Motion Sensor)Physics with Vernier
Light, Brightness and DistancePhysics with Vernier
Exploring Solar PanelsRenewable Energy with Vernier
Variables Affecting Solar Panel OutputRenewable Energy with Vernier
Renewable Energy: Why is it So Important?Renewable Energy with Vernier
Exploring Solar CollectorsRenewable Energy with Vernier
Light at A Distance - Distance and IntensityReal-World Math with Vernier
Lights Out! - Periodic PhenomenaReal-World Math with Vernier
College (13 experiments)
ExperimentLab Book
Reflection and Absorption of LightAgricultural Science with Vernier
Light Intensity & Stepper MotorsEngineering Projects with NI LabVIEW and Vernier
Biodiversity in EcosystemsInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Water Cycle Column InvestigationsInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Decomposition Column InvestigationsInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Ecocolumn InvestigationsInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Energy ConversionInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Measuring ParticulatesInvestigating Environmental Science through Inquiry
Wave Communication ChallengePhysics Explorations and Projects
Solar CellsPhysics Explorations and Projects
Polarization of LightPhysics with Vernier
Polarization of Light (Rotary Motion Sensor)Physics with Vernier
Light, Brightness and DistancePhysics with Vernier

Requirements

Choose a platform below to see its compatibility requirements. This sensor requires an interface (sold separately).

LabQuest
InterfaceLabQuest App
LabQuest 3Full support
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support
LabQuest (discontinued)Full support
Computers
Software
InterfaceGraphical AnalysisLogger ProLogger Lite
LabQuest MiniFull supportFull supportFull support
LabQuest 3Full supportFull supportIncompatible
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full supportFull supportFull support
LabQuest Stream (discontinued)Full support 1Full supportFull support 1
Go!LinkFull supportFull supportFull support
LabQuest (discontinued)Full supportFull supportFull support
LabPro (discontinued)IncompatibleFull supportFull support

Compatibility Notes

  1. Connect LabQuest Stream via USB. Wireless connection is not supported.
Chromebook
Software
InterfaceGraphical Analysis
LabQuest MiniFull support
LabQuest 3Full support
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support
LabQuest Stream (discontinued)Full support 1
Go!LinkFull support
LabQuest (discontinued)Full support

Compatibility Notes

  1. Connect LabQuest Stream via USB. Wireless connection is not supported.
iOS
Software
InterfaceGraphical AnalysisGraphical Analysis GW
LabQuest Stream (discontinued)Full supportFull support
LabQuest 3Full support 1Full support 1
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support 1Full support 1

Compatibility Notes

  1. iOS and Androidâ„¢ devices can only connect to LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 via Wireless Data Sharing.
Android
Software
InterfaceGraphical AnalysisGraphical Analysis GW
LabQuest Stream (discontinued)Full supportFull support
LabQuest 3Full support 1Full support 1
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support 1Full support 1

Compatibility Notes

  1. iOS and Androidâ„¢ devices can only connect to LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 via Wireless Data Sharing.
Arduino
Software
InterfaceArduino
Vernier Arduino® Interface ShieldFull support
LabVIEW
Software
InterfaceNI LabVIEW
SensorDAQ (discontinued)Full support
Vernier myDAQ AdapterFull support 1
Go!LinkFull support
LabQuest MiniFull support
LabQuest Stream (discontinued)Full support
LabQuest 3Full support
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support
LabQuest (discontinued)Full support

Compatibility Notes

  1. You can only read the raw count/raw voltage output by this sensor. You must do the programming to convert to proper sensor units.
Texas Instruments
Software
InterfaceEasyDataDataMateTI-84 SmartViewDataQuestTI-Nspire Software
EasyLinkFull support 1IncompatibleFull support 2Full supportFull support 2
CBL 2 (discontinued)Full support 3Full support 3 4IncompatibleIncompatibleIncompatible
LabPro (discontinued)Full support 3Full support 3 4IncompatibleIncompatibleIncompatible
TI-Nspire Lab Cradle (discontinued)IncompatibleIncompatibleIncompatibleFull supportFull support

Compatibility Notes

  1. Use with TI-84 Plus calculators only.
  2. Requires an Easy to Go! adapter
  3. CBL 2 and LabPro interfaces cannot be used with TI-84 Plus CE calculators.
  4. DataMate cannot be used with color screen TI-84 Plus calculators; use EasyData with these calculators.

What's Included

Vernier Light Sensor

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Warranty

5-year limited warranty
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Educational use only: Vernier products are designed for educational use. They are not appropriate for industrial, medical, or commercial applications.

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