Accelerometer

When deciding which accelerometer to use, we considered a few factors including cost, accuracy and ease of use. Ultimately, we decided to go with the Triple Axis Accelerometer, ADXL 377, from SparkFun. We liked this sensor because it is capable of measuring the acceleration in all three directions and an easy to use layout. Another part of this sensor that we liked was the wide range it has, which is +- 200g. Although we know we will not need this wide of a range, the next range below it was 16g or 3g, and although the 16g would have worked we also were looking for a sensor that was easy to use and this ADXL 377 is very clearly labeled for where to hookup each wire.

https://www.sparkfun.com/products/12803