Buying guides of analytical balance

An analytical balance is a high precision weighing scale used to measure mass in micro measurement ranges (up to 0.0001g. Analytical balances are highly sensitive and typically come with draft shields in order to protect the weighing chamber from outside vibrations.

Laboratory Analytical Balances are used in a variety of industries which require accurate and sensitive measurements. They are useful as Chemical Lab Balances to accurately measure the mass of chemicals and other compounds, and for density determination or pipette calibration. Chemists and pharmacists use Pharmaceutical Balances for formulating medicines. Biology lab balances utilize the dynamic animal weighing feature to record precise animal weights. Science classroom balances or university lab balances are essential for conducting many scientific experiments.

There are a variety of features and functions to look for when purchasing an analytical balance. Many scientists find automatic internal calibration, an extremely useful feature. All scales and balances need to be calibrated to ensure that they are in compliance with the specifications quoted. Lesser priced balances may have external calibration, meaning you are responsible for keeping them calibrated. A scale with automatic internal calibration calibrates itself, so you don't have to worry about keeping it calibrated since it is done automatically.

Higher end models offer special features such as hands free or easy open draft shield doors. Many analytical balances come with counting or check counting features, for use when counting pills, ingredients or very small pieces. The dynamic weighing feature is useful for weighing unstable liquids, insects or small animals which are moving. Percentage weighing is helpful in certain formulations, and accumulation allows you to measure several small batches and accumulate the total. Typically, the more features and benefits on a lab balance the greater the price.

Let's take a look at some of the most popular analytical balances available from WEST TUNE.