Projectile Launcher

The Projectile Launcher illustrates the idea that motion in different dimensions is absolutely independent. A good launcher not only illustrates this non-intuitive idea, but it can be used to describe the exact motion of the projectile as well. PASCO has precision-engineered the Projectile Launcher to be accurate, durable and give repeatable results.

Also available is the smaller, lower cost Mini Launcher (ME-6825B).

Typical Experiments

• Projectile Motion
• Projectile Motion using Photogates
• Projectile Range versus Angle
• Projectile Path
• Conservation of Energy
• Conservation of Momentum in two Dimensions
• Varying Angle to Maximize Height on a Wall
• Demo: Do 30° and 60° Give the Same Range?
• Demo: Simultaneously Shoot Two Balls Horizontally at Different Speeds
• Demo: Shoot Through the Hoops

Features

• Multiple Ranges: PASCO offers launchers for all classroom arrangements.
• Flexible Launch Positions: Stable stands offer horizontal and variable angle launching positions.
• Fixed Firing Height at Any Launch Angle: Firing height of ball is same for any launch angle.
• Spring Mechanism: Fully enclosed for safety.
• Unique Piston Design: Minimizes projectile spin to ensure repeatability of impact position.

What’s Included

• 1x Projectile Launcher
• 1x Launcher Base
• 2x Projectile Balls
• 1x Loading Rod
• 1x Safety Glasses
• 1x 2-D Collision Accessory
• 1x Manual

Product Specifications

Recommended Accessories

Replacement Parts

Experiment Library

Perform the following experiments and more with the Projectile Launcher.
Visit PASCO’s Experiment Library to view more activities.

• Horizontal Distance of a Projectile
• Time of Flight Versus Initial Speed
• Horizontal Speed of a Projectile

Support Documents

• Projectile Launcher Manual
• Replacement Plumb Bobs Manual
• Launcher launching on its own
• Launcher spring values and component specifications.
• Replacement screws for ME-6800 Short Range Launcher