The Pasco AP-8586 Laser Speed of Light Apparatus Instruction Manual provides equipment lists, setup steps, experiments, safety guidelines, and support…
This manual introduces the Pasco AP-8586 Laser Speed of Light Apparatus, describing its purpose, the physics behind measuring the speed of light, and the components included. It lists the equipment, gives detailed setup instructions, and outlines several suggested experiments with sample data and analysis methods.
Safety precautions, laser‑protective eyewear requirements, and technical support contact details are provided, along with specifications of each component and warranty information.
| Diode Laser | 1 mW, 650 nm |
|---|---|
| Component Carrier | 6.3 cm × 7.6 cm (height × length) |
| Lens | 127 mm focal length |
| Laser Alignment Bench | 38.8 cm length |
| Metrologic Light Receiver | 10.2 cm × 6.2 cm × 4.2 cm, dual‑channel output |
| Stainless steel pads | 0.97 cm × 4.5 cm |
| Concave Mirror Assembly | 13.5 m focal length |
The replacement model number for the diode laser is OS‑8528A.
The light receiver measures 10.2 cm × 6.2 cm × 4.2 cm, provides two channel outputs (audio and video), and contains dual light sensors powered by 9 VDC.