Mettler Toledo PB3001-S/FACT balance

Mettler Toledo PB3001‑S/FACT Precision Balance

The Mettler Toledo PB3001‑S/FACT is a classic, high‑performance precision balance from the PB‑S/FACT series, purpose‑built for laboratories, industrial quality control, pharmaceutical compounding, educational institutions, and production environments that require a generous 3.1 kg capacity combined with 0.1 g readability. It strikes an ideal balance between ruggedness and measurement reliability, making it suitable for routine sample weighing, raw material dispensing, formulation work, piece counting, and percentage or dynamic weighing of unstable samples.

At the core of the PB3001‑S/FACT is Mettler Toledo's proven MonoBloc® single‑module weighing cell, in which the critical electromechanical components are integrated into one solid metal unit. This design not only improves long‑term accuracy but also gives the balance strong resistance to mechanical shock and accidental overload—common hazards in busy lab or shop‑floor settings. Complementing the cell is FACT® (Fully Automatic Calibration Technology), which continuously monitors ambient temperature and, when a significant drift is detected or a preset time interval is reached, automatically initiates an internal calibration using the built‑in test weight. This eliminates most manual calibration routines and safeguards result integrity even where room temperature fluctuates during the day.

Operation is straightforward via a high‑contrast backlit LCD display​ and clearly labeled tactile keys. Menu navigation is intuitive, with one‑touch access to tare, zero, unit switching (g, kg, lb, oz, etc.), and built‑in application modes: basic weighing, piece counting (with optimization), percent weighing, and dynamic/animal weighing. The balance typically stabilizes in approximately 1.5 seconds, supporting efficient throughput in high‑volume workflows.

Durability is emphasized throughout the design. The base housing is a full die‑cast aluminum alloy frame​ with a chemically resistant coating, protecting internal electronics from spilled reagents or corrosive atmospheres. A removable draft shield (where fitted for this class) and a smooth stainless‑steel weighing pan (180 × 180 mm) simplify cleaning, while the included plastic protective cover guards the body against powder or liquid contamination. An integrated RS‑232C interface​ allows direct connection to printers, PCs, or data terminals to support GLP/GMP‑compliant output with date/time stamps and calibration records. An under‑hook beneath the pan enables density determination or weighing of magnetic/suspended samples.

Compact (245 × 321 × 89 mm) and robust, the PB3001‑S/FACT remains a trusted workhorse where dependable mid‑capacity precision and low‑maintenance operation are required.

Technical Specifications — Mettler Toledo PB3001‑S/FACT

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