
Laboratory Balances
Precision instruments designed for critical measurements of mass; includes electronic and analog balances in a range of mass capacities to support a variety of laboratory analyses.
Laboratory balances are used to accurately determine the mass or weight of an item or substance within a specific weight range and to a particular readability.
They are typically used to measure the weight of smaller amounts of substances in grams, milligrams, or micrograms. The term “scale” is typically used when referring to similar instruments that weigh larger amounts in kilograms. Depending on your application, choose the type of laboratory balance that is best suited for your needs.
Electronic toploading balances, also called precision balances, these instruments have a higher capacity than analytical balances. Considered semi-analytical, they usually have readabilities to 0.01g.
Analytical balances have finer readability, are much more sensitive to changes, and can detect smaller variations in mass than toploading balances. Semi-micro and microbalances are part of this category with much smaller capacities and higher resolutions.
Moisture balances measure the amount of liquid in a substance and are often used in food testing. They weigh the existing item or product, apply heat to evaporate any moisture, and re-weigh to provide the data used to calculate the moisture content.
Mechanical balances are often used for training or education. These analog balances include spring (dynamometers), pan or bucket, platform, trip, and triple-beam balances. Some mechanical balances have digital displays but are still mechanically operated.






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OHAUS™ Scout™ SPx Portable Balances
Ideal for laboratory and industrial applications, the OHAUS Scout comes in a slim, stackable design with large backlit LCD.
Electrical Requirements | AC adapter (included) or 4 AA batteries (not inclu |
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Type | Portable Balance |
Display Type | Digital |
Connection Type | RS-232, USB Host, USB Device, Ethernet |
Material | ABS Housing, Stainless Steel Pan |
Weight (Metric) | 1 kg |
METTLER TOLEDO FE Standard Precision Balance
Standard FE Precision Balances are highly accurate, efficient, simple to operate, and designed with robust construction for proven long-lasting performance. Intuitive onscreen guidance within the LCD hybrid touchscreen allows you to easily navigate through 9 built-in applications.
Type | Precision Balance |
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Legal for Trade | No |
Display Type | Color Touchscreen |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
METTLER TOLEDO™ XPR Legal for Trade Precision Balance

XPR Legal for Trade (NTEP Approved) Precision Balances deliver accurate results and support the highest requirements for data integrity and compliance.
Electrical Requirements | 100/240 VAC 50/60 Hz |
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Display Type | Color Touchscreen |
Connection Type | 4 x USB, LAN, RS232 compatible |
Material | Die-cast Zinc, Die-cast Aluminum |
Certifications/Compliance | NTEP Approved, Legal for Trade |
METTLER TOLEDO Advanced MR Precision Balance
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METTLER TOLEDO Advanced MR Precision Balances feature a precise weigh cell and FACT automatic internal adjustment for highly accurate results.
Electrical Requirements | 100/240 V, 50/60 Hz |
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Type | Precision Balance |
Legal for Trade | No |
Display Type | Color Touchscreen |
Connection Type | USB-A, USB-C, RS232, Ethernet |
Material | Metal |
METTLER TOLEDO Standard LA Precision Balance
METTLER TOLEDO Standard LA Precision Balances are cost efficient, accurate and designed for long lasting performance. These models offer simple weighing and have external adjustment.
Electrical Requirements | 100/240 V, 50/60 Hz |
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Type | Precision Balance |
Legal for Trade | No |
Display Type | Backlit LCD |
Connection Type | USB-A, RS232 |
Stabilization Time | 3 sec. |
Material | Aluminum, ABS |
OHAUS™ PR Series Electronic Balance
Optimized design for routine weighing applications in your workplace.
Includes | ABS top housing, removable stainless steel pan, glass draftshield with sliding top door (on 4 and 3 decimal place models), integrated weigh-below-hook, security bracket, calibration lock, user-selectable environmental filters and brightness settings, auto-tare, auto-dim, user-selectable span calibration points, software lockout and reset menu, user-selectable communication settings and data print options, user-definable project and user IDs, software overload/underload indicator, stability indicator. |
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Height (Metric) | 28 cm |
Electrical Requirements | AC Adapter (included) |
Type | External Calibration |
Length (Metric) | 32 cm |
Display Type | Backlit LCD |
Connection Type | RS-232 port, or via USB or Ethernet through an interface kit |
Stabilization Time | 2 Seconds |
Material | ABS Plastic |
Certifications/Compliance | Metrology: NIST Handbook 44; Canada Weights and Measures Regulations, Product Safety: IEC/EN 61010-1; CAN/CSA C22.2 61010-1; UL 61010-1, Electromagnetic Compatibility: IEC/EN 61326-1 Class B, Basic Environments; FCC Part 15 Class A; Canada ICES-003 Class A, Compliance Marks: CSA |
Width (Metric) | 21 cm |
Weight (Metric) | 5 kg |
METTLER TOLEDO FE Standard Analytical Balance
Standard FE Analytical Balances are highly accurate, efficient, simple to operate, and designed with robust construction for proven long-lasting performance. Intuitive onscreen guidance within the LCD hybrid touchscreen allows you to easily navigate through 9 built-in applications.
Type | Analytical Balance |
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Legal for Trade | No |
Readability | 0.1 mg |
Display Type | Color Touchscreen |
Width (Metric) Pan | 9.0 cm |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
Stabilization Time | 2 sec. |
Min. Sample Weight | 0.16 g |
Calibration | External |
Dimensions (D x W x H) | 35.4 x 20.9 x 35.4 cm |
OHAUS™ Pioneer Px Precision Balances
OHAUS Corporation™ Pioneer Px Precision Balance offers high accuracy and repeatability for applications in laboratory, industrial and education settings. Features a second line display for additional information and connectivity for easy communication
Pan Shape | Round |
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Electrical Requirements | Power Input: 100 to 240V ∼ 200mA 50 to 60Hz 12 to 18VA; Power Output: 12 VDC 0.5A |
Warranty | 2 Years |
Length (Metric) | 321 mm |
Material | Cast Aluminum Base, Plastic Top Housing |
Width (Metric) | 209 mm |
Repeatability | ±1 Division |
Leveling | Integrated level bubble |
Display Type | 2-line Backlit LCD |
Linearity | ±2 Divisions |
Connection Type | RS232, USB |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz 12/18 VA |
Certifications/Compliance | Electromagnetic Compatibility: IEC/EN 61326-1 Class B, Basic Environments; FCC Part 15 Class A; Canada ICES-003 Class A, CSA |
Temperature Range (Metric) | 10°C to 30°C |
Weighing Modes | Basic Weighing, Parts Counting, Percent Weighing, Animal Weighing, Density Determination |
OHAUS™ Explorer™ Series Precision Balances
All-new Explorer balances deliver unequaled quality and dependability. OHAUS Explorer Series Precision Balances have faster stabilization time which improves operational efficiency, increases throughput and improves productivity.
Height (Metric) | 9 cm |
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Electrical Requirements | 100/240 V 50/60 Hz |
Depth (English) | 6 in. |
Warranty | 2 Years |
Width (English) | 7.7 in. |
Automation Interface | Touch screen with virtual QWERTY and numeric keypa |
Material | ABS Plastic, Stainless Steel, Glass |
Width (Metric) | 19.5 cm |
Includes | Switching AC adapter with multiple plug head type |
Leveling | Automatic |
Display Type | TFT |
Depth (Metric) | 15.4 cm |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
Connection Type | RS-232, USB |
Amperage | 0.6 A |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Temperature Range (English) | 50°F to 86°F |
Certifications/Compliance | CE, FCC, cULus, CCSAUS, NRTL, C Tick, CB Scheme |
Temperature Range (Metric) | 10°C to 30°C |
Height (English) | 3.5 in. |
OHAUS Adventurer Semi-Micro Balance
Striking the ideal balance between inventive features and functional, uncomplicated weighing capabilities, the OHAUS Adventurer incorporates all of the applications necessary for routine weighing and measurement activities.
Type | Balance |
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Legal for Trade | No |
Display Type | LCD |
OHAUS™ Pioneer Px Analytical Balances
The Pioneer Px Balance offers high accuracy and repeatability for applications in laboratory, industrial and education settings. Features a second line display for additional information and connectivity for easy communication.
Height (Metric) | 331 mm |
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Electrical Requirements | Power Input: 100/240 V ∼200 mA 50/60 Hz 12/18 VA Power Output: 12 VDC 0.5 A |
Warranty | 2 Years |
Length (Metric) | 321 mm |
Readability | 0.0001 g |
Stabilization Time | 4 sec. |
Material | Cast Aluminim Base, Plastic Top Housing |
Width (Metric) | 209 mm |
Includes | Draftshield |
Repeatability | ±1 Division |
Leveling | Integrated level bubble |
Display Type | 2-line Backlit LCD |
Linearity | ±2 Divisions |
Voltage | 50/60 Hz |
Connection Type | RS232,USB |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Certifications/Compliance | Electromagnetic Compatibility: IEC/EN 61326-1 Class B, Basic Environments; FCC Part 15 Class A; Canada ICES-003 Class A, CSA |
Weighing Modes | Basic Weighing, Parts Counting, Percent Weighing, Animal Weighing, Density Determination |
Weight (Metric) | 4.5 kg |
OHAUS™ Explorer™ Series Analytical Balances

Faster weighing with improved repeatability and vibration filtering. OHAUS Explorer Series Analytical Balances deliver accurate results within seconds, improving operator efficiency, productivity and throughput, with a stabilization time up to 50% faster that earlier models.
Width (English) | 9.1 in. |
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Width (Metric) | 23 cm |
Includes | Switching AC adapter with multiple plug head type |
Display Type | Color Graphic |
Width (Metric) Pan | 9 cm |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
Connection Type | RS-232, USB, Optional Ethernet or 2nd RS232 |
Amperage | 0.6 A |
Certifications/Compliance | CE, FCC, Industry Canada, cULus, CCSAUS, NRTL, C T |
Weight (Metric) | 6.9 kg |
Height (English) | 3.9 in. |
Height (Metric) | 9.8 cm |
Electrical Requirements | 100/240 V 50/60 Hz |
Depth (English) | 15.5 in. |
Warranty | 2 Years |
Readability | 0.0001 g |
Material | ABS Plastic, Stainless Steel, Glass |
Repeatability | <±0.0001 g |
Type | Analytical Balance |
Leveling | Front-mounted level bubble with illumination/quadr |
Depth (Metric) | 39.3 cm |
Linearity | <±0.0002 g |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Temperature Range (English) | 50°F to 86°F |
Weight (English) | 15.2 lb. |
Temperature Range (Metric) | 10°C to 30°C |
METTLER TOLEDO™ Excellence XPR Precision Balance, SmartPan Weigh Pan

Excellence XPR Precision Balances provide FACT automatic adjustment, leveling guidance, LabX software compatibility and exceptional user management within the detachable 7-inch color touchscreen. The SmartPan Pro weigh pan design eliminates air current risks and increases repeatability accuracy.
Display Type | Color Graphic |
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Connection Type | USB, LAN, RS232 compatible |
Certifications/Compliance | FDA 21 CFR Part 11 |
METTLER TOLEDO™ XPR Excellence Micro-Analytical Balance

XPR Excellence Micro-Analytical Balances ensure highly accurate mass determination of very fine samples with an automated draft shield and balance ready StatusLight, that signals when it's safe to weigh. User guidance within the color touchscreen minimizes errors and simplifies daily weighing tasks.
Type | Analytical Balance |
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Display Type | Color TFT Touchscreen |
OHAUS™ Explorer™ Precision Balances, NTEP Certified

Delivers accurate results within seconds, improving operator efficiency, productivity and throughput. OHAUS Explorer Precision Balances feature a color touch display that can be separated from the weighing base.
Electrical Requirements | 100/240 V 50/60 Hz |
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Depth (English) | 10.2 in. |
Width (English) | 9.1 in. |
Automation Interface | Touch screen |
Material | ABS Plastic, Stainless Steel, Glass |
Width (Metric) | 23 cm |
Includes | AC adapter, user manual, AutoCal™ fully-auto |
Type | Precision Balance |
Format | Gram, milligram, kilogram, carat, ounce, troy ounc |
Display Type | Color Graphic |
Depth (Metric) | 26 cm |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
Connection Type | Bi-directional RS-232, USB |
Amperage | 0.6 A |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Temperature Range (English) | 50°F to 86°F |
Temperature Range (Metric) | 10°C to 30°C |