Hi, I'm trying to setup an accelerometer in a model rocket. There are a lot of arduino accelerometers out there, but most are rated up to only 16g. Based on the rocket's weight and the rocket motor specs, I'm estimating that this rocket could pull up to 25g. Does anyone know of an arduino that has a greater range? Or, a software hack that could extend the range?
I think you mean "does anyone know of an accelerometer".
Personally, no, sorry.
Indeed, "does anyone know of an accelerometer".
A hardware hack would be to add mass to the rocket to reduce its acceleration.
True, however that would also reduce the peak altitude of the rocket, which is an undesirable outcome.
The ADXL377 +/- 200g accelerometer has been around for over a decade, and is commonly used in model rocketry.
Thanks, that looks great! That's 5-10x beyond what I'll likely need, and probably beyond what the rocket could withstand.
the KX 134 can withstand +- 64g