PASCO 550 Universal Interface Product Catalog

A product catalog and overview for the PASCO 550 Universal Interface, detailing its specifications, compatible sensors, and included experiments.


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Brand
PASCO
Category
Other
Document type
Product Leaflet
Language
English
Pages
388
File format
PDF
File size
60 MB
Published
18 October, 2026
Updated
18 October, 2026
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

The PASCO 550 Universal Interface is an economical all-in-one interface designed for physics and engineering education. It features high-speed analog inputs, digital inputs, and a built-in signal generator capable of producing various waveforms. The device is compatible with both legacy ScienceWorkshop sensors and modern PASPORT sensors, allowing for a wide range of experiments.

What's inside

  • New Products
  • Interfacing Overview
  • PASCO Capstone Software
  • Spectrometry Software
  • Sensors
  • Mechanics
  • Fluids
  • Electrostatics
  • Experiments
  • Teacher Support

Specifications

Analog Inputs2 high-speed analog inputs
Digital Inputs2 Digital Inputs
Signal Generator Output±8 V, 400 mA
Voltage Range±10 V differential input
Input Impedance1 M Ω
Resolution14-bit, 0.12 mV
Frequency Range0.001 Hz to 100 kHz
Amplitude Range±8 V

Frequently asked questions

What software is required for the 550 Universal Interface?

The interface requires PASCO Capstone Software to collect and analyze data.

Can the 550 Universal Interface use PASPORT sensors?

Yes, it is compatible with PASCO's complete line of more than 70 PASPORT sensors.

What waveforms can the signal generator produce?

It can produce sine, triangle, square wave, positive and negative ramps, and DC.

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