Analytical Balance
Analytical Balance KERN ADJ 200-4
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. Data transfer via RS-232. For laboratory, research and pharmaceuticals.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance KERN ADJ 100-4
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. Piece counting, percentage weighing and multi-component formulation weighing, data transfer via RS-232. For laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 120 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance RADWAG AS 220.R2 PLUS
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, short settling time and backlit LCD display. Piece counting, checkweighing with limit values and hold function for unsteady weighings, connection via RS-232, USB and Ethernet. Areas of application: Laboratory and production.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Calibration class | I |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance KERN ADB 100-4
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. For laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 120 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Adjustment with external weight |
Analytical Balance KERN ADB 200-4
Glass windscreen, short settling time and stainless steel weighing plate. For laboratory, research and pharmaceuticals.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Adjustment with external weight |
Analytical Balance RADWAG AS 310.R2 PLUS
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, short settling time and IP43 protection. Piece counting, summing function and percentage weighing, connection via RS-232, USB and WLAN. Areas of application: laboratory and production.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 310 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Calibration class | I |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance Sartorius Entris II BCE224I-1S
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. Density determination, switchable weighing units and smooth surfaces for quick cleaning, connection via RS-232 and USB. Applications: Laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance Sartorius Entris II BCE124I-1S
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. Checkweighing with limit values, summing function and percentage weighing. Areas of application: laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 120 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance Sartorius Entris II BCE124I-1CEU
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. Areas of application: laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 120 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Calibration class | I |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance A&D HR-150AZ
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel design. Areas of application: laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 152 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance KERN ALJ 250-4A
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. Multi-component formulation weighing. Areas of application: laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 250 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Calibration class | I (without type approval) |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance OHAUS Pioneer™ Analytical
Glass windscreen, short settling time and stainless steel weighing plate. Piece counting, hold function for restless weighing goods and percentage weighing, connection via RS-232 and USB. Areas of application: laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
Analytical Balance RADWAG AS 110.R2 PLUS
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, underfloor weighing and stainless steel design in protection class IP43. Interfaces for USB and Ethernet optional. Areas of application: laboratory and production.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 110 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Calibration class | I |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance RADWAG AS 62.R2 PLUS
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, short settling time and IP43 protection. Connection via RS-232, USB and WLAN. Areas of application: laboratory and production.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 62 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,01 |
| Calibration class | I |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance Sartorius Entris II BCE224-1S
Glass windscreen, monolithic weighing system and stainless steel weighing plate. Piece counting, connection via RS-232 and USB. Applications: Laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Adjustment with external weight |
Analytical Balance KERN AXE 100-4
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, short settling time and stainless steel design. Piece counting, hold function for unsteady weighing goods and summing function, connection via RS-232. Areas of application: laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 120 |
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| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance KERN AXS 100-4
Short settling time, electrostatic ionizer and stainless steel design. Piece counting, percentage weighing and multi-component formulation weighing, connection via RS-232. Applications: Laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 120 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Adjustment with external weight |
Analytical Balance KERN AXS 200-4
Anti-electrostatic ionizer, stainless steel design and backlit LCD display. Piece counting, percentage weighing and multi-component formulation weighing, connection via RS-232. Areas of application: laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Adjustment with external weight |
Analytical Balance KERN ALJ 500-4A
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass draft shield and stainless steel weighing plate. Multi-component formulation trolleys. Applications: Laboratory, pharmaceutical and materials testing.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 510 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Calibration class | I (without type approval) |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance KERN ALJ 200-5DA
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass draft shield and stainless steel weighing plate. Checkweighing with limit values and multi-component formulation trolleys. Areas of application: laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,01 |
| Calibration class | I (without type approval) |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance OHAUS Adventurer™ Analytical
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and color touch display. Piece counting, checkweighing with limit values and summing function. Suitable for laboratory, research and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 120 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Calibration class | I |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance OHAUS PR Series Analytical -
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. Piece counting and percentage weighing, data transfer via RS-232. For laboratory, research and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 120 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Calibration class | I |
| Adjustment | Internal adjustment |
Analytical Balance KERN ABP 200-5DM
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. Multi-component formulation weighing, connected via USB. Applications: Laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,01 |
| Calibration class | I |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical Balance A&D GX-224AE
Internal adjustment with built-in test weight, glass windshield and stainless steel weighing plate. Piece counting, percentage weighing and smooth surfaces for quick cleaning, data output via RS-232, USB and Ethernet. Suitable for laboratory, research and pharmacy.| Weighing range [Max] in g | 220 |
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| Digit increment [d] in mg | 0,1 |
| Adjustment | Internal automatic adjustment |
Analytical balance – precision for chemistry, laboratories and research
Analytical balances are highly sophisticated precision instruments which, thanks to their accurate measurement capabilities, are indispensable in various professional fields. Unlike typical precision balances, these specialised laboratory balances offer unrivalled sensitivity, making them indispensable for tasks requiring meticulous weighing down to the microgram range. Ideal for science and research, pharmaceutical and quality control laboratories, analytical and microbalances support the precise weighing needs of professionals who demand accuracy and reliability in their work. For example, as chemical balances, analytical balances enable the precise weighing of even the smallest samples with a readability of up to 0.1 mg or, if required, even greater precision. The typical analytical balance in a laboratory is fitted with a draft shield to eliminate external influences such as draughts and ensure reproducible measurement results.
The design and operation of an analytical balance
Components and Technology
The analytical balance consists of a sturdy weighing platform, a high-resolution load cell (usually based on electromagnetic force compensation) and a transparent draught shield. Calibration is carried out either automatically (automatic calibration) or manually, although many modern models feature an internal automatic calibration system that automatically compensates for changes in temperature and time. Via a data interface (e.g. USB or RS-232), weighing results can be transferred directly to a PC, a printer or a LIMS – ideal for GLP/GMP- or FDA-compliant record-keeping.
What do professional customers use analytical balances for?
Professional users across all sectors – pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemical manufacturing and academic research – rely on analytical balances for their precision weighing requirements. These high-precision instruments, including microbalances and precision balances, are essential for applications ranging from drug formulation and materials testing to forensic analysis and scientific research. The accuracy of analytical balances ensures compliance with strict regulatory standards and enhances product quality and research outcomes.
Key features and selection criteria when buying an analytical balance
When purchasing an analytical balance, you should bear the following criteria in mind:
- Weighing range: Depending on the application, models with a range of 22 to 520 g are common.
- Resolution: For analytical applications, a resolution of 0.1 mg (0.0001 g) or better is standard.
- Automatic calibration: Internal calibration ensures consistent precision without the need for manual intervention.
- Draft shield: Essential for stable weighing results, it protects the sample from draughts.
- Data interface: For logging and data transfer from the analytical balance to a PC, printer or network.
- Calibratability: For applications subject to legal metrology requirements, analysing balances that are suitable for calibration are required.
- Special functions: Density determination, formulation function, piece counting, statistics, GLP/GMP-compliant data logging.
Analytical balance vs. precision balance – what are the differences?
Analytical balances are characterised by extremely high accuracy, with readability down to 0.1 mg, and are specifically designed for very small samples in the laboratory; they ensure the highest precision thanks to draught protection and automatic adjustment. Precision balances, on the other hand, offer lower accuracy (typically 1 mg to 0.01 g), are more robust, have larger weighing ranges and are suitable for applications where measurements do not need to be quite so precise. Whilst analytical balances are sensitive to environmental influences and require careful handling, precision balances are more robust and quicker to set up. The choice between the two types of balance therefore depends on the requirements for accuracy and weighing range.
Advantages of high-quality analytical balances from Sartorius, KERN, A&D and Radwag
Choosing analytical balances from manufacturers such as A&D, Radwag, Sartorius and KERN & Sohn offers numerous advantages. KERN balances are praised for their precision engineering and user-friendly design, and are suitable for a wide range of professional applications. A&D’s analytical balances are renowned for their advanced technology, which ensures fast and accurate measurements with exceptional reliability. Radwag, known for its innovative weighing solutions, offers balances with state-of-the-art calibration functions and superior data management capabilities. These brands stand for the highest quality and ensure that professionals can carry out their work with confidence in the accuracy of their measurements.
Why you should buy your analytical balances from the ESSMANN Scales Shop
When you choose ESSMANN Waagen-Shop as your supplier of analytical balances, you are entering into a partnership with a professional balance service provider who has a thorough understanding of the needs of precision measurement specialists. In our B2B online shop, you’ll find an extensive range of analytical and precision balances from renowned manufacturers such as Sartorius, KERN, Ohaus, Adam, A&D and Radwag. This means you can be sure to find exactly the right product for your requirements. The ESSMANN Scales Shop not only offers high-quality equipment but also expert advice, calibration services and after-sales support, making it the ideal partner for professionals seeking reliable and accurate weighing solutions.
For related fields of application, you’ll also find suitable laboratory balances, solutions for science and research, and specialist jeweller’s balances.
An overview of typical performance figures
| Example model | Weighing range | Readability | Adjustment | Data interface | Windbreak | Calibratable |
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| KERN ACS 200-4 | 220 g | 0.1 mg | external, manual | USB, RS-232 | yes | optional |
| A&D HR-100AZ | 102 g | 0.1 mg | internal, automatic | Ethernet, RS-232 | yes | no |