Free Fall Apparatus Mechanical Release

Free Fall Apparatus Mechanical ReleaseThe Free Fall Apparatus allows for the controlled release of a metal ball from a maximum height of 1000mm. The timer accurately starts as the ball descends from the upper platform, providing reliable results. The release mechanism can be easily accessed, as the apparatus can be placed on a demonstration table and the person can reach the release cord. A sturdy bronze wire is inserted into a hole in the ball and it is held in place by the weight of the

The Free Fall Apparatus allows for the controlled release of a metal ball from a maximum height of 1000mm. The timer accurately starts as the ball descends from the upper platform, providing reliable results. The release mechanism can be easily accessed, as the apparatus can be placed on a demonstration table and the person can reach the release cord. A sturdy bronze wire is inserted into a hole in the ball and it is held in place by the weight of the release cord. Pulling the cord gently removes the wire and the ball descends smoothly.

Kit Contents:

• 1 x Base plate
• 1 x Aluminum rail and 4x mounting screws for attachment to base plate, with adjustable plastic covered metric scale
• 1 x Upper Platform with START terminals and ball release
• 1 x Lower Platform with STOP terminals
• 1 x Weight (storage for 3x balls), cord and release loop
• 1 x Ball, brass (heavy), 20mm diameter
• 1 x Ball, brass (small), 16mm or 12.7mm dia.
• 1 x Ball, aluminum (light), 20mm dia.
• 2 pair Connecting leads with banana plugs
• 1 x Digital electronic timer (for SE.MF1871-301A)
• 1 set Storage components (Pillars and Rectangular plates) for 3 balls