This force meter uses spring compression to measure either a push or a pull as shown in the photographs.

The perfect answer to the question...

Is it easier to push or pull a weight up an inclined plane? Does it make any difference?

Students see the answer for themselves with this force meter.

The push rod has a flat side that can be marked in dry marker (on the grams side of the meter) to make your own scale in experiments.

• Compression spring scale measures pushing or pulling force
• Doubles as a standard spring scale.
• Easy thumbscrew to zero.
• Dual scale.
  • To 10 Newtons
  • To 1 kilogram
• Flat face on extended rod to make your own scale.
• Transparent acrylic lets you see the spring compress and relax.
• Sturdy acrylic and metal construction.
• Color coded for size (10 N is tan).
• Accurate to about ±3%