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It's well known that Scales Outlet offers free product support from our trained technicians.  Because of this, we get a ton of questions from customers before and after they purchase their scale or balance.  Recently Victor, a lab manager in Houston, Texas and longtime Scales Outlet customer reached out with one of the most common questions we get.  Victor asks, "how do we calibrate our Mettler Toledo BC60 Shipping Scale"? Whether it's the day your brand new scale or balanc …

The OHAUS CX Compass Series scale provides portable and accurate results for the workplace and in-the-field weighing, while carrying the industry leading quality and reliability that OHAUS is known for. Low Power Usage The Compass series is capable of operating remotely for up to 1,000 hours when powered by 3 AAA alkaline batteries. It can also be powered by an  AC adapter (not included) for use in a stationary setting such as a laboratory. High Versatility …

The new Tree HRB-XG series from LW Measurements improves on its dependable and easy-to-use HRB predecessor. Feature-packed, the HRB-XG gives you more functionality for your money. With multiple capacities available, the Tree HRB-XG fits a wide range of applications, including laboratory and industrial uses. Expanded Capability One of the most requested features of a high-resolution balance is a removable draft shield. A draft shield is necessary when re …

What is the difference between an analytical balance and a top-loading balance?At Scales Outlet, this question comes up a lot so we wanted to help clear up the mystery. The two terms really have no relation at all. One refers to the class of a balance while the other is in reference to a style. Let us explain further. An  analytical balance is a class of a balance that has a readability of 0.1 mg or better. At this level of readability, it is required for the balance to have a …

If you're operating a business in the cannabis industry, it can be rather difficult to find scales of the, high precision, high capacity variety while also featuring a large weighing surface.  OHAUS scales have a well-earned reputation for quality and reliability, and they've stepped up to the plate to fill this need nicely with the  Ranger 7000. With its durable design and multitude of built-in functions, the Ranger 7000 fits perfectly in many industrial or laborator …