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Compact Balances

Adam Equipment's portable compact precision balances are the right choice for labs, classrooms, field settings or manufacturing operations. Lightweight and easy to operate, they are powered by AC adapter or battery, allowing use in the field or at remote testing locations where electricity is unavailable.

Compact balances are well-suited for performing basic mass measurement in general science lessons, chemistry labs and physics classrooms – models with a special stackable design are an excellent solution for labs or classrooms with limited space. Adam balances and scales can perform quality control tasks and measurement for packaging and filling in small manufacturing facilities or food processing plants.

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Compact Balances

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  1. Dune® Compact Balances Dune® Compact Balances
    Dune® Compact Balances

    With a user-friendly, low-profile design, the Dune offers simple operation using just three buttons: on/off, unit, and tare. The portable Dune is AC or battery operated, delivering reliable readings in the lab or field.

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    Capacity : 200g to 5000g

    Readability : 0.1g to 2g

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  2. Core® Portable Compact Balances Core® Portable Compact Balances
    Core® Portable Compact Balances

    No balance can beat the Core for basic weighing value. Core's housing is simple to clean and designed to stack for easy storage. A basic keypad with dual tare keys makes Core balances easy to use.

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    Capacity : 200g to 5000g

    Readability : 0.01g to 1g

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Frequently Asked Questions About Compact Balances

What industry applications are compact balances commonly used for?

Compact balances (also known as compact scales) are used in a variety of fields. They're commonly found in classrooms and laboratories, but they can also be used for outdoor fieldwork and in industrial & warehouse settings. Alternatively, compact balances are a great fit in small-scale production environments and portion control in food service.
 

What is the difference between a compact scale and a precision scale?

Compact Scales are durable and portable, often featuring rechargeable batteries that make them easier to move around where you need them. Prcision balances provide finer results, providing readings as fine as 0.0001g. Meanwhile, the average compact scale offers a readability of 0.01g. 

What are the key features of a good compact balance?

When looking to buy a compact balance, some essential features to look for are:
 
  • Capacity & readability
  • Tare functions & backlit display
  • Portability and rugged design for ease of use and durability
  • Overload protection to help indicate when there is too much weight on the pan
  • Whether it's rechargeable or powered with an AC adapter
  • Calibration type, whether internal or external.