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Go Direct® Conductivity Probe

Go Direct® Conductivity Probe

Go Direct® Conductivity Probe

$129.00

The Go Direct Conductivity Probe determines the ionic content of an aqueous solution by measuring its electrical conductivity. It connects via Bluetooth® wireless technology or via USB to your device.

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Go Direct Conductivity Probe determines the ionic content of an aqueous solution by measuring its electrical conductivity. It features a built-in temperature sensor to simultaneously read conductivity and temperature. Automatic temperature compensation allows students to calibrate the probe in the lab and then make measurements outdoors without temperature changes affecting data. This temperature compensation can be turned off to perform conductivity studies as a function of temperature.

The Go Direct Conductivity Probe has a range of 0 to 20,000 μS/cm to provide optimal precision in any given range. An alternating current at its electrodes prevents polarization and electrolysis, reducing contamination of solutions. Its ABS-body graphite electrode resists the corrosion typical in metal electrodes.

The Go Direct Conductivity Probe can be used in a variety of experiments:

  • Demonstrate diffusion of ions through membranes.
  • Investigate the difference between ionic and molecular compounds, strong and weak acids, or ionic compounds that yield different ratios of ions.
  • Measure Total Dissolved Solids (TDS).

Rechargeable Battery—Ready When You Are

The robust rechargeable battery offers long battery life and provides always-ready operation when using the sensor wirelessly. Monitor battery life directly from our award-winning Vernier Graphical Analysis® app, as well as LabQuest® 3. Should the battery run low, simply connect the sensor to the charging cable and keep on collecting—no interruptions or inconvenience to you or your students.

Wireless or Wired—The Flexibility to Choose

Our Go Direct sensors connect directly to your mobile device, Chromebook™, or computer using our Vernier Graphical Analysis® app—no additional equipment or software purchases are necessary. Go Direct sensors can be used wired via USB or wirelessly via Bluetooth® wireless technology, allowing you to choose the best solution for your classroom or laboratory.

Effects of Concentration on Conductivity Using Go Directâ„¢ Conductivity
Effects of Concentration on Conductivity Using Go Direct® Conductivity (5:27)
Ionic and Covalent Bonds: What's the difference?
Ionic and Covalent Bonds: What's the difference? (61:13)

Specifications

  • Range: 0 to 20,000 μS/cm (0 to 10,000 mg/L TDS)
  • Accuracy using factory calibration: ±1% of full scale reading (valid for 1 to 10,000 µS/cm)
  • Temperature compensation: Automatic from 5 to 35°C, can be turned off
  • Temperature range (can be placed in): 0 to 80°C
  • Cell constant: 1.0 cm-1
  • Resolution: 0.01 µS/cm
  • Description: ABS body, parallel carbon (graphite) electrodes
  • Dimensions: 12 mm OD and 12 cm length
  • Connections:
    • Wireless: Bluetooth
    • Wired: USB

Experiments

Middle School (16 experiments)
High School (36 experiments)
ExperimentLab Book
Investigating Water HardnessVernier Chemistry Investigations for Use with AP* Chemistry
Identifying an Unknown SubstanceVernier Chemistry Investigations for Use with AP* Chemistry
Investigating the Purity of a MixtureVernier Chemistry Investigations for Use with AP* Chemistry
Watershed TestingAgricultural Science with Vernier
Diffusion through MembranesAgricultural Science with Vernier
Conducting SolutionsAgricultural Science with Vernier
Soil SalinityAgricultural Science with Vernier
Diffusion through MembranesAdvanced Biology with Vernier
Water MonitoringInvestigating Biology through Inquiry
DiffusionInvestigating Biology through Inquiry
Watershed TestingBiology with Vernier
Physical Profile of a LakeBiology with Vernier
Limitations on Cell Size: Surface Area to VolumeBiology with Vernier
Diffusion through MembranesBiology with Vernier
Conducting SolutionsBiology with Vernier
Conductimetric Titration and Gravimetric Determination of a PrecipitateAdvanced Chemistry with Vernier
Long Term Water MonitoringInvestigating Chemistry through Inquiry
The Effect of Acid Deposition on Aqueous SystemsInvestigating Chemistry through Inquiry
Conductimetric TitrationsInvestigating Chemistry through Inquiry
Conductivity of Aqueous SolutionsInvestigating Chemistry through Inquiry
Properties of Solutions: Electrolytes and Non-ElectrolytesChemistry with Vernier
Conductivity of Solutions: The Effect of ConcentrationChemistry with Vernier
Using Conductivity to Find an Equivalence PointChemistry with Vernier
Water Quality: Total Dissolved SolidsEarth Science with Vernier
Salinity of Ocean WaterEarth Science with Vernier
DesalinationEarth Science with Vernier
Soil SalinityEarth Science with Vernier
Drug TestsForensics with Vernier
No DumpingForensics with Vernier
Mystery Powder from a Crime SceneForensic Chemistry Experiments
Drowning VictimForensic Chemistry Experiments
Electrolytes in Energy DrinksFood Chemistry Experiments
Conducting SolutionsPhysical Science with Vernier
Conductivity of Saltwater: The Effect of ConcentrationPhysical Science with Vernier
Acid StrengthsPhysical Science with Vernier
Neutralization ReactionsPhysical Science with Vernier
College (20 experiments)

Requirements

Choose a platform below to see its compatibility requirements.

LabQuest
InterfaceLabQuest App
LabQuest 3Full support
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support 1
LabQuest (discontinued)Incompatible

Compatibility Notes

  1. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.
Computers
Software
InterfaceGraphical Analysis
No interface requiredFull support 1
LabQuest 3Full support 2
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support 2 3

Compatibility Notes

  1. For Bluetooth® connectivity, only computers running Windows 10 or Mac OS X 10.10 or newer are supported. The computer must also have a compatible Bluetooth 4.0+ radio.
  2. Connect this sensor directly to a computer or Chromebook via a USB or wireless Bluetooth® connection for best results. Alternatively, this sensor is fully supported when used with LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 when the LabQuest is connected to a computer or Chromebook via Wireless Data Sharing.
  3. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.
Chromebook
Software
InterfaceGraphical Analysis
No interface requiredFull support
LabQuest 3Full support 1
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support 1 2

Compatibility Notes

  1. Connect this sensor directly to a computer or Chromebook via a USB or wireless Bluetooth® connection for best results. Alternatively, this sensor is fully supported when used with LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 when the LabQuest is connected to a computer or Chromebook via Wireless Data Sharing.
  2. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.
iOS
Software
InterfaceGraphical AnalysisGraphical Analysis GW
No interface requiredFull supportFull support
LabQuest 3Full support 1 2Full support 1 2
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support 1 2 3Full support 1 2 3

Compatibility Notes

  1. Connect this sensor directly to a supported mobile device via a wireless Bluetooth® connection for best results.
  2. iOS and Androidâ„¢ devices can only connect to LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 via Wireless Data Sharing.
  3. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.
Android
Software
InterfaceGraphical AnalysisGraphical Analysis GW
No interface requiredFull supportIncompatible
LabQuest 3Full support 1 2Full support 1
LabQuest 2 (discontinued)Full support 1 2 3Full support 1 3

Compatibility Notes

  1. iOS and Androidâ„¢ devices can only connect to LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 via Wireless Data Sharing.
  2. Connect this sensor directly to a supported mobile device via a wireless Bluetooth® connection for best results.
  3. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.
Python
Software
InterfacePython
No interface requiredFull support
Javascript
Software
InterfaceJavascript
No interface requiredFull support 1

Compatibility Notes

  1. A wireless Bluetooth® connection can be made with Go Direct sensors on any platform running a browser with WebBluetooth support. However, only a few operating systems have been tested and testing has been limited.
LabVIEW
Software
InterfaceNI LabVIEW
No interface requiredFull support 1

Compatibility Notes

  1. For Bluetooth® connectivity, only computers running Windows 10 or Mac OS X 10.10 or newer are supported. The computer must also have a compatible Bluetooth 4.0+ radio.

What's Included

  • Go Direct Conductivity Probe
  • Micro USB Cable

Accessories

AccessoryOrder CodePriceQuantity
Conductivity Standard Solution - Low ConcentrationCON-LST$25.00
Conductivity Standard Solution - Middle ConcentrationCON-MST$25.00
Electrode SupportESUP$10.00
Water Depth SamplerWDS$114.00
Conductivity Standard Solution - High ConcentrationCON-HST$25.00
Go Direct® Charge StationGDX-CRG$89.00
Go Direct® Sensor ClampGDX-CLAMP$14.00
Replacement PartOrder CodePriceQuantity
Micro USB to USB-C CableCB-USB-C-MICRO$9.00
Micro USB CableCB-USB-MICRO$5.00
Go Direct® 300 mAh Replacement BatteryGDX-BAT-300$10.00

Support

Educational use only: Vernier products are designed for educational use. They are not appropriate for industrial, medical, or commercial applications.

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