Mechanics > Kinematics > Motion in One-Dimension > Measurement of g DCS# 1C30.10
FREE FALL TIMER

APPARATUS
photogate timer 202-14-B2
free fall adapter 202-14-B1
steel ball 202-14-B1
two-meter stick
 101-05-F
tall ring stand
 201A
video camera 202-09-F
 
DESCRIPTION
Release the ball so it lands on the pad.  The photogate will display the time of flight. 
NOTES
Photogate timer should be in "gate" mode.

Set the receptor pad in a box so the ball doesn't get lost.