Timing Mats (Pair)

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Product Description

Timing mats are pressure sensitive switches designed to be activated as you step on and off the mat.

These are two sizes of mats that are available.

stair tread sized (approx. 595 mm long by 170 mm wide)
door mat sized (approx. 720 mm long by 390 mm wide).

A favourite activity for younger children is to find out how long they can stay in the air when they jump.

Teaching applications:

Introducing computer based timing
How long do I stay in the air when jumping
How fast do I run, hop or skip
How many jumps / steps in minute
Speed of a bicycle

Extension and advanced ideas:

Foot operated trigger

Download Timing Mats Sensor Manual Doc No.: DS060 | Issue: 4

Contents/Details:

Set of two (595 x 170 mm) or Set of two (720 x 390 mm)

Terminate in a mini din socket (connect via the sensor lead supplied with the logger)
Digital switch-type sensors
Can be used singly or as a pair for timing and event monitoring connected to timing ports A and B
If used outside they will need protection from sharp objects
Sensitivity decreased if used under floor coverings e.g. carpet

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