Types of Load Cells

A load cell is an electronic device (a transducer) that is used to convert a force into an electrical signal. What does this mean? A load cell is a transducer which converts force into a measurable electrical output. It's a mechanical electrical component used in various industries. Applications  vart from personal health care to large scale / heavy scale manufacturing industries. It is also used in automation and security systems.

There is a large array of load cells that are available today, all have different specifications and are more suited to certain jobs than others. Simply put, a load cell is a weighing machine which uses electrical input to perform their tasks. They come in different varieties and sizes depending on the use of the machine. Buyers need to know the specific type and function of a load cell before purchasing one of these handy devices. In purchasing the load cells, the main features to look out for are their range of weights, overloads, and accuracy. Some common types of load cells carried by scale companies like All Scale Shop include:

Canister Type

Canister Load Cell

Canister type load cells have been around for a long time and tend to be the industry standard for most high capacity, compression applications. Canister type load cells are used for single and multi-weighing applications. This type of cell has a button on the top and bottom side and can be used in compression only. Canister type load cells are used in tank scales, vessel weighing applications, axle weighing scales, truck weighing, vehicle scales and weighbridges. Canister type load cells offer accurate measurement even in harsh environments.

Weighing Modules (beam)

Beam Load Cell

A weighing module or "beam" load cell generally consists of a load cell with a mounting kit.Beam load cells generally come in single or double-ended shear beam and canister type are the industry standard. Load cell weighing modules are used in tank scales, silo weighing, vessel weighing applications, axle weighing scales, truck weighing, vehicle scales and weighbridges.

Compression Load Cells:

They are made from stainless steel which enables them to withstand harsh environments. They are ideal when you use them in truck and railway scales. Experts also recommend them for tank and silo weighing. There are other people in the gas and oil industry who use them. The cool thing is that the cells have proved very effective in these industries.

Tension: they are designed to be used in lifting, weighing and general measurements. Most of tension load cells make use of sealing compounds that are very durable. To ensure that the compounds used are exceedingly durable, the cells come with a laser welded sealing.

Hydraulic (tanks):

Tank Load Cell

This is a type of mechanical load cell. It has a weight range of up to an incredible 10,000,000 lb, and its accuracy to one 25/th of a percent. These types of load cells can handle enormous impacts well and they are virtually insensitive to temperature.  Because they can handle impact they are usually used for tanks, bins and hoppers, and hazardous areas.

Pneumatic:

This is another type of a mechanical load cell. It has a wide weight range and a high accuracy. On the plus side they are intrinsically safe and it contains no fluids but on the downside they have a slow response rate and they need to be cleaned regular with dry air. These types of load cells are usually used in the food industry and hazardous areas.

To purchase a load cell that is right for your purposes, call All Scale Shop at (201)475-9184. 

Allscale Shop - Your trusted source for load cells.

Scale Service Center

Scales, by their very nature, see a lot of use. In many industries, like shipping and logistics, supermarkets, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and travel, scales see hundreds, even thousands of uses per day. Scales, like any other complex mechanism, can break down over time: its parts can break, its wiring could fail, its assemblies can rust. Because scales can be expensive, and because they are so essential to your business, it’s important to have a reliable scale service center that can fix mechanical and electronic problems and that can replace necessary parts quickly, efficiently and affordably.

Scale service is essentially three different services: repair, recalibration and scale part replacement, but actually getting your scale back into working order is often some combination of all three. Quality repair involves fixing any mechanical or electric problems that are stopping your scale from working. Recalibration is necessary when your scale is otherwise functional, but is giving incorrect measurements for indeterminate reasons and needs to be reconfigured to be accurate and precise once again. Part replacement requires having a warehouse filled with the necessary components to get a scale back in working order, or having strong relationships with scale manufacturers in order to get the parts quickly and affordably and to knowledgeably install them into your scales so that they work properly.

A reliable scale service center will be able to repair, recalibrate and replace parts for the scales on a short time-table and at a rate your company can absorb. All Scale Shop is such a scale service center. Because All Scale Shop sells scales from major brands it has the spare parts and the strong relationships necessary to get parts replaced in a timely fashion. Because of the strong knowledge of the team at All Scale Shop’s service center, repair and recalibration services can be done quickly, affordably and reliably. We repair scales and carry scale parts from dozens of major brands and for numerous applications, so no matter your scale, you can trust all scale shop to give you the scale service you need.

To schedule an appointment with All Scale Shop’s Scale Service Center, call our scale support line at (201) 475-9184.

All Scale Shop – Your trusted scale service center.

Postal Scales

Postal scales are used to increase mailing efficiency by reducing the chances of overpaying on outgoing mail. It saves your business a lot by a great extent. Postal scales can be digital or manual. You can go for either based on your needs. If your company has to ship heavy packages regularly, it is recommended that you get a digital scale. It will save you both time and money. However if you just intend to buy one to avoid going to the post office, a manual scale will be enough for you. Today at All Scale Shop, we'd like to discuss our postal scales.

Manual Postage Scales

Manual postage scales, also sometimes referred to as analog postage scales, use a balance or a spring to weigh envelopes. Manual postage scales simply give the weight of your item. To determine the postage rate, it's necessary to reference a table of current postage prices. Manual postage scales can be accurate, but require users to read the weight from a mechanical needle, which increases the likelihood of human error. Over time, the inner workings or overall structure of manual postage scales can become damaged and render the scale inaccurate. There are small handheld varieties of manual postage scales available which are especially prone to breaking or bending. The larger models that look similar to a triple-beam balance are much sturdier. Manual postage scales typically cost substantially less than electronic postage scales.

Digital Postage Scales

Postal Scale

Digital postage scales or electronic postage scales, use a pressure-sensing microprocessor to provide a clear, unambiguous digital readout. Many digital postage scales are programmed with rate information, so they can display the exact price of postage, but they must be adjusted each time the postal rates change. Digital postage scales typically cost more than manual postage scales. Electronic models that can compare prices for multiple carriers, handle heavier weights, and can download rate updates typically cost more than simpler models with fewer

Both these scales have their advantages and disadvantages

Digital scales are more complex, expensive and have more features as compared to a manual scale. Digital scales are mostly recommended for professional use where you have a hand at the instrument. Otherwise, you can go for a manual scale, it is easy to understand and inexpensive. 

The best of both digital and manual

Postage Meters With Built-in Digital Postage Scales - If you cannot choose between digital and manual, there are all-in-one units available that bundle a scale and a meter together for greater functionality. These postage scales can quickly weigh a package or envelope, assign a postage grade and rate, and print out the results. Depending on the model, it can be possible to print the postage directly onto the mailing envelope, or onto a piece of adhesive paper for a quick stick to any package. These units are handy for buyers that don't already have a postage meter but are looking to print their own postage. For a larger business that requires a top-of-the-line mail system, manufacturers offer a wide variety of mail management systems that house complex internal computers. For situations that only require the ability to weigh packages, it would not be advisable to spend the extra dollars on the bundle if its full capacity would not be put to use.

To learn more about our postal scales or to learn more about us at All Scale Shop, please call us today at 201-475-9184. One of our scale experts will be ready to speak to you. 

Weighing Scales

Weighing scales are an important part of industrial processes and business transactions that deal with precise weights and measures. These scales are available in many different sizes and designs depending on the required function. Many industries including shipping, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food and transportation make daily use of weighing scales. With their large range of measurements, virtually anything can be weighed precisely.

Weighing scales come in a wide variety of styles, sizes, and capacities. Some well-known weighing scales include  floor scales, bench scales, pocket scales,  jewelry scales, and lab scales. The floor scales are one of the most recognized weighing scales. Many are made for weight-conscious individuals for use at home. Veterinarians use animal scales to determine the weight ofpets. A shipping scale is a very exact weighing scale that is standardized to recording load according to government-certified measurement standards. Standard levels might not be regulated in such a manner. Airlines, transportation and shipping companies often employ shipping scales which use superior digital technology. 

Another type of weighing scale is the digital scale and just as the name implies, this scale evaluates an object's weight and traces it in digital format. Digital weighing scales can trace weights to a fraction of a percentage of a measuring unit, which many analog scales are incapable of doing. Another familiar type of scale is the bench scale which is used for both commercial and residential purposes. You can see these instruments in post offices where they used to weigh your postage. They come comes in different series and weight capacities and are often made of aluminum or steel.

There are various weighing scales for numerous purposes . The question is where do you get effective and worth-while scales? 

Contact Allscale Shop to figure out which weighing scales are right for your applications today at (201)475-9184.

Allscale Shop - Your trusted source for weighing scales.

Bench Scales

Bench Scales are among the most precise and accurate scales available for both powders and liquids. For that reason, they come in several different styles and measure to several different orders of magnitude of accuracy. There are numerous industries that benefit from bench scales, including the food preparation and laboratory sciences.

Bench Scales for Professional Kitchens

Recipes are both an art and a science. But if the science fails, the art is does too. Many recipes depend upon microscopically small ingredients that must be measured to the gram or milligram or ad smaller. For example, too much of a special spice burns the tongue. Too little results in blandness. The tiniest and most precise of measurements can mean the difference between a meal that’s unforgettable and one that’s better forgotten.        

Bench Scales for Laboratory Science

Whenever you are creating a new formula being able to measure it down to the smallest possible measure matters. When a formula is tested, you want to be able to test it at a smaller scale initially so that you don’t waste rare ingredients. If the formula is successful, you need to be able to repeat it, so a precise measurement is an absolute must. Without these accurate and precise measures, your work can’t be trusted. With a quality bench scale, you can get the results you need again and again.

Whether in the kitchen, the lab, the post office or elsewhere, the difference greatness and disaster isn’t on a knife’s edge, but on a bench scale’s balance.

To learn more about which Bench Scales, Small Scales or other measuring implements suit your needs, call Allscale Shop at (201)475-9184.

Allscale Shop – Your direct source for Bench Scales.

Over Under Scales

Get the right results every time with our wide variety of industrial weighing systems

Are you looking for a company that supplies top of the line weighing system? Do you need durable, inexpensive and efficient weighing systems and equipment? Are you looking for a retailer that you can trusts for excellent service delivery? Do you need over under scales? Look no further, you are in the right place. At All Scale Shop we have plenty of scales and balances including over under scales.

Here, you are treated to a wide variety of industrial grade weighing systems that are sure to give you quick and accurate results. Our products are tested and trusted to work efficiently even under tough industrial conditions.

Why you should choose to purchase from us at All Scale Shop

Over Under Scales

• Reliability: Our weighting systems are reliable machines that can be trusted to give accurate results even in tough industrial conditions.
• Good service delivery: We are committed to excellent service delivery. To achieve this, we will be in close contact with you to understand your needs and recommend the appropriate weighting systems.
• Ease of use: Our weighing scales and equipment are easy to use. With the user manual and the user-friendly interface ad controls, you will not have any problem using our products.
• Affordability: We offer a wide range of products with varying prices designed to meet your specific needs without breaking the bank.

Products

We offer a wide variety of weighing systems, scales and equipment including bench scales, check weighers, counting scales, forklift truck scales, load cells / weigh bar, mobile dimensioning, platform / floor scales, post, mail & shipping scales, rail scales, software solutions, truck scales and weight indicators.

We know how much you value accuracy, reliability and efficiency; that is why we are in business. We have an extensive service delivery network that reaches all states of the country.

So simply place an order for any of our products or contact us today to discuss your needs.

For more information about our over under scales or to learn more about us at All Scale Shop, please call us today at 201-475-9184. One of our scale experts will be happy to help you with any questions you may have.

Retail Computing Scales

Today we at All Scale Shop want to go into detail about our retail computing scales. Chances are you've seen them around in stores, especially grocery stores, bust have you ever wondered what makes them special?

Price computing scales designate all those scales that are normally available with an LCD display, but have an additional capability of converting units to price. As is evident for this description, price computing scales are useful for weighing by traders of: fruits, vegetables, and other grocery items; meat and butcher shops; bakery items like cake and biscuits, ice cream sellers, hardware etc. A trader just needs to feed in the price per unit rate as many times as the market changes. Each time he will get readings for different items with their price. For the convenience of the customers Dual display LCD screens are also available with one in front for the counter attendant and the other at the back for the customer to see. Since most price computing scales are used in trade they are considered legal, if they have been approved by NTEP or any other regulatory body in your area.

Retail Computing Scales 

The types of price computing scales vary according to features; you may be looking for 15 lb, 30 lb, or 60 lb. Capacity which can be calculated by one scale for fruits and vegetable weighing. Small sizes that save space and have a battery powered operation facilitating portability are also in demand as fruit sellers on carts or vendors need to move it from time to time. Deli shops, meat shops, candy counters or cheese shops with limited counter space may find compact design very useful.

Price computing scales is most desirable for the cost conscious retailer who wants to be honest in his dealings, hence precision in weight reading and accuracy in price conversion is a matter of integrity for them. Electronic load cells with a digital display make sure that these shop owners are satisfied. Out of all scales available in the market the better ones are easy to install and operate with easy cleaning and minimum maintenance requirements. The more attractive ones have a rugged housing, sleek profile and small footprint with some additional features like:

1. Raised keys with a key beeper

2. Battery operated with auto sleep and shut off options for power saving

3. High resolution to weigh small objects and give increments like 0.01 lb or 0.005 lb divisions

4. High grade polymer surface with stainless steel pan

5. Price computing function by count (number) of objects

6. Large memory storage up to 25 PLU's

7. Price accumulation at the end of grocery purchase by one customer.

8. Tare function to enable reset of display to zero after adding object each time to a loaded pan.

9. LCD displays with large numbers and back lit displays

Price computing scales like all others need to be bought with platform size and capacity in mind according to the type, size and weight of object you plan to put in it. Minimum and maximum weight requirements must be kept in mind to allow for your full range of products to be weighed by one scale. Finally accuracy in reading and durability of scales for use in harsh environments are factors that should drive the purchase decision.

Shop scales can be used in a variety of different environments, measuring out items in greengrocers, delis, sweet shops and butchers. It is an essential legal requirement that these scales are accurate and fair to both parties. Customers whose items are being weighed must be able to trust that retail scales will ensure their requests are fulfilled precisely. Retailers must also feel confident that their price computing scales are helping them to charge the right amount.

Retail Computing Scales 

Accurate retail scales are invaluable when loose goods are being sold or when prices are being determined by weight. Customers can ask for a specific weight or amount, so that they can buy exactly as much as they need of a particular item, no more, no less. The scales can weigh out the desired amount so that customers' demands are being met just as accurately as when pre-packaged goods are being sold, but without the need to sell fixed weights or volumes of the product. Customers can also buy goods that are priced by weight, with accurate price computing scales ensuring that they know exactly what they are getting and that they are being charged the right amount. Price computing scales can also be helpful for retailers who need to quickly and accurately compute prices by weight. The right equipment can make this task much easier.

However, shop scales do much more than simply enabling goods to be weighed. Accurate retail scales can boost consumer confidence, building an invaluable sense of trust between the retailers and their customers. Being able to watch their chosen items being weighed in front of them can give customers confidence that they are being treated fairly. Many shop scales even come with a tower display on which the customer can watch the goods being weighed. Consumers trust the retailer more because they can see that they are being treated fairly. They can be sure that they are getting exactly what they are paying for, particularly if they can watch the amount being calculated by visible price computing scales.

The retailers themselves also benefit when they can have confidence in the accuracy of retail scales. Retailers who know that they are always selling exactly the right amount can protect their profits by avoiding any unnecessary losses. Inaccurate scales can cause losses for the retailer when weights are underestimated just as easily as they can result in customers being overcharged due to overestimates. Inaccurate weighing can also reduce customer confidence and loyalty, harming the reputation of the retailer. Accurate shop scales ensure that transactions are fair for both parties.

To learn more about our retail computing scales at All Scale Shop, please call us today at 201-475-9184. One of our scales experts will be happy to speak to you. 

Analytical Balances

Today we at All Scale Shop want to go into detail about what our analytical balances are and what they are capable of.

Analytical Balances 

Analytical balances are also called laboratory balances. These are balances that are usually designed to measure masses within the sub-milligram range. The modern analytical balance is usually made of a measuring pan that is housed in a transparent enclosure. The enclosure has doors that lock in the mass that that is to be measured so that no dust or air currents get into the measuring balance and affect the operation of the balance.

Over time, there has been the development of a vented safety enclosure that allows for the flow of air without causing fluctuations and brings down the measure of mass up to 1μg without causing the loss of the mass being measured. This technology is usually used in mechanical analytical balances.

The balance with the vented safety enclosure must be housed in at a room temperature to ensure that you get the true weight of the substance being measured. This prevents the natural currents that occur between the inside of the analytical balance and the room. Such currents can cause errors in reading.

Another characteristic of the mechanical analytical balance is that it maintains its useful capacity by maintaining a constant loan in its balance beam. This enables adjustment of the fulcrum against a scale until the weight of the mass equals the weight of the beam on the other side. 

The electronic scales work by estimating the force that is required to bring the balance machine to equilibrium after the mass is put on the measuring pan. The electronic analytical scales do not use an actual mass. Some calibrations adjustments are made to compensate for gravity and avoid getting an erroneous reading due to the gravitational differences, 

The other common interference that the analytical balances engineered to countermeasure include the static electricity and tilting. Tilting causes the gravity to act on one part of the mass being measured thereby causing the measure to be lighter than its actual weight. The analytical scales have a solid base that helps them remain balanced on a surface. Static electricity works similarly to trapped air in the measuring compartment which leads to inaccurate results. Static electricity is dealt with by shielding the inner walls from attracting the sample being measured.

Analytical balances are commonly used in chemical, physics, and health research laboratories. Pharmaceutical companies also use analytical balances to measure ingredients used in the manufacturing of drugs. In all these uses, an error that may be negligible in the common life may cause an undesirable change in characteristics of the product under view.

To learn more about our many analytical balances please call us at 201-475-9184. One of our scales experts at All Scale Shop will be happy to assist you.

Acculab Scales

Acculab is one of the most trusted online sources for balances, scales & calibration weights. Our promise of selling high-quality products at affordable rates has allowed us to become a league apart in the market. Dedicated customer care is the core of our services, as we believe that the customer is the most important component. At All Scale Shop we also uphold this mantra, which is why we provide Acculab scales to the public. From industries to home, Acculab scale products come in handy in many places.

Given below are some of the products that we offer:

1. Acculab ATL-Series Analytical Lab Balances

These analytical balances come with an RS232 interface and a monolithic weighing cell. Furthermore, it offers 80 to 220 gm capacity with a precision of up to 0.0001. Currently available in 3 models.

Acculab Scales

2. Acculab ATL-Series Precision Balances

Highly reliable readings, unmatchable speed, built-in motorized calibration and a good price/performance ratio are the striking features of this series. Available in as many as 4 models.

3. Acculab ATL-Series Milligram Balances

These Milligram Balances offer a capacity from 150 to 420 gram with up to 0.001gm precision. Like the ATL Analytical Lab Balance series, this one also comprises of similar RS232 interface and a monolithic weighing cell. These balances are presently available in 2 models.

4. Acculab ALC-Series Analytical Lab Balances

With a capacity of 80-210 g and a precision of up to 0.0001, these ALC series analytical lab balances have completely replaced the old AL series. Moreover, this series offers an entirely different weighing cell, which has now improved the stabilization time to up to two minutes (120 seconds). Customers can choose from a total of 3 models.

5. Acculab ALC-Series Precision Lab Balances

The ALC Precision Balances are very similar to their analytical counterpart; however, they have a higher capacity (150-6000 g) and come in as many as 9 models.

6. Acculab Vicon Series Milligram Scales

The latest Vicon Series balances comprise of a stainless steel pan, back-lit display, integrated cal-weights and a flip down protective cover. Now measure weight, formulate a color, check specific gravity all at one place. Available in 4 models, this series is the perfect choice for all industries, laboratories and educational institutions.

7. Acculab Econ Series Scales

This scale is one of the most affordable battery-powered portable scales. The scale is in the form of a stack; offers 4 weighing modes and comes with a 1-year- warranty. Econ is the ideal option for those on the go.

8. Acculab VA-Series Precision Industrial Scales

These high capacity Precision scales are bundled with jaw-dropping advanced features. It supports capacities from 6-30 kg and readabilities from 0.1-0.5 g. Starting from just $788, this series seems to be the best in the industrial category.

Acculab is a name that is synonymous with attributes like reliability, dependability, trust, performance and care. No matter how hard you try to find the best deal, you are bound to end up at Acculab.

At All Scale Shop we are proud to stock many Acculab scales. To learn more about our Acculab scales or about us at All Scale Shop call us today at 201-475-9184. A scales expert will be able to assist you.

What are Viscometers?

We at All Scale Shop have more than just scales and balances. We have scale accessories, manuals, cable parts and today’s subject, viscometers.

What are viscometers? They are an instrument used to measure the viscosity of a liquid. Viscosity refers to the how liquid responds to stress or stimuli. For example, water tends to move and splash a lot when a force acts upon it, while honey does not. In this example, water has a low viscosity while honey has a higher one. 

Viscometers are generally used in a laboratory or manufacturing settings to measure the viscosity of various liquids. Such liquids can include paint, oils, pharmaceutical substances, chemical substances, and so on.

There are several type of viscometers as well, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.

·   U-tube: With U-Tube viscometers it is possible to measure the viscosity by noting how a liquid behaves as it goes down a U shaped tube with various chambers. It may include more than one type of tube for various liquids. While it this is an accurate way to measure viscosity, the tubes can be hard to clean because of their unusual shape.

Viscometer

·  Rotational: In this viscometer there are two parts, one that rotates and one that remains still. Inside the chamber for liquids there will be a cylinder that rotates creating a flow within the liquid. Rotational viscometers tend to be large and more expensive than others.

·  Turning Fork: Turning fork viscometers are modern and feature a digital display. With this one all you have to do is load the liquid, turn it on and wait. A small, vibrating plate acts as a sensor and can detect even the smallest changes for a highly accurate reading. It does require careful handling and will cost a little more than others.

·    Falling ball: This type measures viscosity by measuring the velocity of a metal ball as it falls through the liquid. The velocity can then be used to calculate the viscosity of a given liquid. One disadvantage is that it can only measure Newtonian liquids (non-foaming, liquid substances that don’t deform under stress forces).

To learn more about viscometers or about us at All Scale Shop, please call us at 201-475-9184. One of our experts will be happy to speak to you. 

The Difference Between Weighing Balances and Weighing Scales

Although there are a lot of differences between these weighing balances and scales, these terms are used interchangeably these days. However, one must not fall into this practice as the quantities measured by the two are entirely different. Today, we at All Scale Shop would like to demystify and help you understand the difference between weighing balances and scales. While Weighing Balances are used to measure mass, the latter are used to measure force. For beginners, Mass is defined as the measure of the quantity of matter; weight, on the other hand, can be defined as the force of gravity that acts on an object. Since the value of gravitational force varies, Weight is a variable, in contrast to Mass which is a constant.

The Difference Between Weighing Balances and Weighing Scales 

If you go back some years into the past, you would easily recall the use of balances as no matter which country, which grocery store you had been to, you were bound to see these weighing balances being used for measuring the quantity of food items/vegetables you’d bought. These Pan Balances comprise of two pans on either side, which are used to compare the torque on the arm due to the food items, to the torque on the arm due to a standard reference weight, using a horizontal lever. So basically, when you are paying for your groceries, you are paying for the gravitational mass of the things in your cart and not for their actual weight, as the effect of the gravitational pull is nullified because the same pull of earth is acting on both the pans.

Meanwhile, Weighing Scales make use of a spring that compresses or relaxes on loading and unloading of a weight respectively. This compression helps to measure the force between the object and the planet (Earth). For instance, you must have stood on the weighing machine at your doctor’s clinic. This machine uses a spring, which undergoes compression and points out your weight. However, these mechanical scales cannot be used for measuring heavy objects and thus have been replaced by Electronic scales, which depict the weight digitally.

Even though modern balances are more precise and can be used to perform calculations like limit functions for check weighing, percentage, mass unit conversion, specific-gravity weighing, etc. they are slowly and steadily losing their place to scales.

A common conception is that only a scale can be used to measure weight, and not a balance. However, this notion is completely wrong and will only create confusion in minds of other people. Both the scale and a balance can be used to measure weight, but owing to the limited capacity and size of the balances, scales tend to outlast them. This limited capacity is there to preserve the high display graduations and is not a technology constraint or flaw.

Nonetheless the analytical balances still find a place in various science laboratories because of the quality of generating higher precision as stated above. Technology does not cease to fascinate the mankind and it won’t be rocket-science if in a few years’ time, the weighing scales are replaced by something more accurate and reliable.

To learn more about the difference between weighing balances and scales, or to learn more about us at All Scale Shop, call us today at 201-475-9184. A scales and balances professional will be there to assist you. 

Ohaus Balances VS Fischer Balances

For centuries now people are using weights and balances in various industries. They are using them in laboratories, training and schools. Technology has improved weights and balances so much that equipment and the system that feature weighing and measuring are automated for laboratory use and other industrial applications. At All Scale Shop we’d like to discuss two major brands of balances, the Fischer balances and the Ohaus balances.

Fischer balances

Fisher balances feature weighing and measuring balances that use automation technology. They are different balances that include:

Entry level balances: These are balances used for basic weighing tasks such as laboratory and they can also be used for training and school use. They are rugged, compact and they come at Pocket-friendly prices.

Standard balances: If you need a balance that meets all the demands of your workflow, the standard balances from Fischer are the best. They are designed for daily lab routine and they make working with balances easier and efficient.

Premium balances: Different from the above two, theses balances fulfill the highest requirements with regard to accuracy and precision. The accuracy gives them the highest capability to reach weighing capacities and readability in laboratory balances.

Specialty balances: these are standard semi-microbalance with an outstanding performance and price ratio. They have integrated features like automatic adjustment function that makes your lab routine more accurate and convenient.

Balance Accessories: Fischer balances come with balances accessories such as foot pedal, weighing table, data communications and much more. They are convenient for laboratory weighing services.

The Ohaus Balances

For many years, The Ohaus has been associated with high-quality, reliable and durable balances. The balances are reliable either mechanical or electrical and they meet your weight needs in every industry. They are committed to offering a wider range of products that are convenient, efficient and simple to use for everyone and these contribute greatly to their global long-standing success.

Ohaus Balances VS Fischer Balances 

The Ohaus balances provide services with real-world benefits and improve the accuracy while using enabling you to offer quality services to your customers. They can help you achieve your customers’ expectations and excellence in every aspect of your business. Ohaus has different types of balances like Fischer. They include entry level balances, standard, premium and also moisture analyzers.

Weights and balances are important for any business, training, and schools. When choosing a balance consider the once that are convenient, efficient and they must meet your expectations and requirements.

For more information about Ohaus or Ficher balances please call us at All Scale Shop today at 201-475-9184. A scales and balances expert will be happy to speak with you. 

Analytical Balances

Analytical balance, as suggested by the name is an instrument used for analysis of mass. It determines the mass of the matter accurately and precisely. It is designed to measure small masses in milligram range, usually for experiment purposes. It is very sensitive so it can measure even the smallest of changes. It is basically used in chemical experiments, especially quantitative analysis. As we all know in quantitative analysis, accuracy is the key. In almost all analytical experiments, weighing the sample is always important for the reagents to be used in the preparation of the solution. The smallest of the masses have to be measured correctly otherwise large variations may be produced in the result. Now, as an analytical balance is so accurate, precise and sensitive, it is also pretty expensive. The most common type of analytical balance has a capacity of 100g and a sensitivity of 0.1mg. At All Scale Shop we have plenty of analytical balances and today we’d like to discuss how they work and what sets them apart from other balances.

Here’s how the parts of an analytical balance work:

Analytical Balances 

It consists of: An enclosed glass fitted case, a base plate, Beam Balance, and Stirrups. The working part, that is, the beam balance is actually enclosed in a glass case with doors. It is kept in such a way so that dust does not collect and so any air currents in the room do not affect the balance's operation. This enclosure is often called a draft shield.  The base plate is generally of black slate or black glass. The knife edges of the beam balance support the stirrups from which the pans are suspended. There is another knife edge in the middle (facing downwards) to support the beam balance on the bottom. When the balance is not in use and the pans are loading or unloading, the balance should be arrested.

Principle of working:

The working principle comes from the old arm balance. We used to balance both sides of the pan by

adding or taking out weights. The torque exerted by an unknown mass on one side of a pivot opposes the torque on the other side. The position of the pointer is noted. When it returns to the center, the torques are equal and weight can be calculated. Electronic analytical scales measure the force needed to counter the mass being measured rather than using actual masses. As such they must have calibration adjustments made to compensate for gravitational differences. They use an electromagnet to generate a force to counter the sample being measured and outputs the result by measuring the force needed to achieve balance. Such measurement device is called electromagnetic force restoration sensor.  Modern electronic laboratory balances work on the principle of magnetic force restoration. The force exerted by the object being weighed is lifted by an electromagnet. A detector measures the current required to oppose the downward motion of the weight in the magnetic field.

There are a few factors that affect an analytical balance:

Temperature: Slight change in temperature causes large variation in results. A constant temperature should be maintained while using an analytical balance. Also, the temperature should not be too hot or too cold as it may result in expansion or contraction.

Vibrations and air currents also tend to disturb the balance. It should be kept in a disturbance free environment to get error free results.

Always calibrate the equipment, it ensures an accurate reading. Some balances have internal calibration feature while labs conduct their own calibrations in some. It is recommended that you test your balance every few months and calibrate if needed.

If you have any questions about analytical scales, please contact us at All Scale Shop at 201-475-9184. A scales and balances expert will be happy to assist you.

Laboratory Balances

To offer effective laboratory services and operations you need accurate laboratory balances, so we at All Scale Shop take our selection of laboratory balances and laboratory scales seriously. They possess many functions such as tablet counting, description preparation, percentage calculation and much more. Different types of laboratory balances display different measurement units like grams, kilograms, and milligrams. One of the major advances of our laboratory balances is their small sizes as well as the usability and weight range.

Laboratory Balances

Our laboratory balances are known for their high accuracy and resolution. Weight plates come in different sizes and are usually stainless and a tarring function can also be used. We also offer paper balances for our machines. These are high resolution or precision devices that determine the basis weight in relation to a square meter of the material. This is the most accurate way to determine the basis tissue/ paper weight. Depending on the model you are using or you want, these laboratory scales have a two or three year guarantee.

Our laboratory scales are delivered with a network component, but they can also be battery powered except for the mechanical devices. Some machines such as the moisture balances are able to determine the humidity of products placed inside them so as to analyze the weight of the product. The ones with weights that ranges in milligrams most of the time have an internal calibration device that adjusts the balance weight, therefore you don’t need an external calibration weight. Most of our laboratory balances have an RS-232 interface for easy transfer of data to a PC.

Some of our laboratory balances do not need to be powered and doesn’t need batteries due to their construction. These kinds of laboratory balances are well suited for demonstration purposes in many schools and universities. Other laboratory balances like PCE-MA 200 determines the moisture content of materials weighed on it, the heating chambers are heated and used to dry the materials to be weighed then it calculates the moisture contact from the actual weight and gives you the difference.

There are also the laboratory balances that are designed to meet the need of industry and commercial user. They offer a wide range of application such as parts counting, density determination, and weighing. Visit our website and see all our laboratory balances and laboratory scales available for your laboratory operations.

At All Scale Shop we have plenty of laboratory balances to choose from. If you would like to learn more or have any questions, please call us at 201-475-9184. 

Jewelry Scales

Having a jewelry scale is a good idea whether you are planning to sell, buy or make jewelry. Each scale should have at least 0.1 gram readability for an accurate weight of your precious metal, gemstones, semi-precious stones and much more. When buying a jewelry scale, knowing which weighing units you’ll be using is advisable. Weight units include grams, troy ounces, grains, pennyweight dwt and ounces oz. Consider the weight units and the items you will weigh more often, then buy the jewelry scale you need the most. At All Scale shop we’ve been a provider of jewelry scales for over thirty years. Before purchasing a jewelry scale we’d like you to consider the following factors that will ultimately help find the right scale for you.

Jewelry Scales

Ounces and grams are the most common weight units used in jewelry shops and industries. There are preferred because of their precision scales, but some of these precision scales offer the weight units of carats (CT). They are commonly used to weigh stones and gems. They Troy Ounces or dwt are used in weighing precious metal and Grains are used for gunpowder.

If you want to weigh your jewelry stones, gem or metal in milligrams, it’s not easy because most of the jewelry scales only display in grams. This means that a scale that displays 0.0001g = 1mg or 0.01g = 10mg. Others have the term TCW meaning Total Carat Weight. The term refers to the total weight of all the stones that are in one piece of jewelry such as a ring or a pair of earrings.

Know the size and portability.

Knowing the size of the jewelry scale is good depending on where you will use it. If you need to carry it to various locations, then you should consider a compact and portable one. However, if you are placing it in your store, then you may select a different size that will meet your needs. If you need with high accuracy, then you need to get a digital one with high capacity and accuracy.

Another thing you need to know before you buy a jewelry scale is the federal or local government requirements. Depending on the requirements of your local government, you may need to buy a jewelry scale that has been approved for retail trade use. You need a scale that is legal for trade. This means you should check with your local authority to determine what requirements you need for your scale to be approved for legal trade. Most of these requirements are considered when you intend to 

use the scale for commercial applications where products are commonly sold by weight.

To learn more about our jewelry scales at All Scale Shop or if you have any questions about our products, please call us today at 201-475-9184. Our specialists will be happy to assist you. sac