Where Can I Find Affordable Equipment for My Piezoelectric Experiment?

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The discussion focuses on sourcing affordable equipment for a piezoelectric experiment, specifically a force measurement device and a budget oscilloscope under $100. The user has access to clamps and can synthesize rochelle salt but requires additional tools to complete the experiment within 22 days. Recommendations include exploring resources from Omega Engineering, particularly their force measurement tutorials, which may provide useful insights and equipment options.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of piezoelectric materials and their properties
  • Familiarity with force measurement techniques
  • Basic knowledge of oscilloscope functionality and specifications
  • Experience in synthesizing rochelle salt for experimental use
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  • Research affordable force measurement devices suitable for piezoelectric applications
  • Explore budget-friendly oscilloscopes with sensitivity for measuring piezo crystal output
  • Review Omega Engineering's resources on force measurement and piezoelectric experiments
  • Investigate alternative suppliers for piezoelectric experiment equipment
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Students, researchers, and hobbyists involved in piezoelectric experiments, particularly those seeking cost-effective solutions for measuring force and electrical output in their projects.

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I am currently planning a Piezoelectric "experiment" and need to finish it in 22 days. I have no problem obtaining a clamp and synthesising rochelle salt. However, I need two things. One is something which I could use to measure the force applied to the crystal when tapped and two a cheap oscilloscope for under 100 USD that is sensitive enough to measure the piezo crystal output. Any help is greatly appreciated.
 
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Don't know if there's anything that http://www.omega.com/ has that will help you, but they may give some ideas.

e.g. this from their http://www.omega.com/literature/transactions/volume3/force.html tutorial.

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