TI-Nspire Lab Cradle
Features Summary
The TI-Nspire Lab Cradle combines with the Vernier DataQuest™ App for TI-Nspire™ and a selection of more than 50 data collection sensors to take science teaching and learning into new dimensions of student engagement and visualization of concepts.
Multi-Sensor Data Collection with the TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle
Conduct a wider range of labs with the option to use one sensor at a time or multiple sensors simultaneously for on-site or in-the-field data collection. This integrated solution can help maximize class time, so there are more opportunities for lively, engaging classroom inquiry and discussion.
With five ports – three analog and two digital – the TI-Nspire Lab Cradle allows students to use up to five sensors at one time, including high-sample-rate sensors. Compact and convenient, it's efficient for classroom labs and portable for off-site field work.
Vernier DataQuest™ App for TI-Nspire
With the built-in Vernier DataQuest™ App for TI-Nspire, students can quickly collect and analyze data anywhere. For more advanced needs, the Vernier DataQuest App supports remote setup, mathematical modeling, and more.
Bid Specifications
- Available ports on cradle: three analog and two digital sensor ports, one mini-USB port for computer connectivity or power supply
- Supported by the Vernier DataQuest App on TI-Nspire and TI-Nspire handhelds and software. The Vernier DataQuest App offers:
- Wide variety of analysis tools
- Ability to create a hypothesis graphically using the Draw Prediction feature
- Ability to replay data collection experiments at various rates to encourage class-wide analysis and discussion
- 32 MB of storage space for large amounts of data
- Capture up to 100,000 samples per second
- Compatible with all TI-Nspire and TI-Nspire CAS handhelds (except when the TI-84 Plus keypad is installed on the TI-Nspire with Touchpad handheld)
- Powered by the TI-Nspire Rechargeable Battery
- Supports nearly all Vernier Software and Technology™ data collection sensors
- Can be used with TI-Nspire handhelds, TI-Nspire software or in standalone mode
- Flexible charging options: wall adapter, USB cable to computer, TI-Nspire Cradle Charging Bay.
- Collect data with up to 5 channels simultaneously
- LEDs that show battery status and data collection activity
- Can be attached to a lanyard for greater portability