The Penn Scale PR224 Ohaus® PR Series Analytical Precision Balance with Digital InCal™ Internal Calibration is a high-precision laboratory and industrial weighing instrument designed for accurate, repeatable measurements in professional settings. This analytical balance features a 220 g capacity with 0.0001 g readability, making it ideal for applications such as parts weighing, percent determination, and sample preparation. Its internal calibration system ensures consistent accuracy without external weights, providing reliable results for research, quality control, and laboratory workflows. The balance’s compact footprint and stainless steel round platform facilitate easy integration into crowded workbenches, while its advanced stabilization and digital interface support efficient operation in demanding environments. The Penn PR224 balances are constructed for durability and precision, supporting rigorous analytical tasks where exact weight measurement is critical.
Top Penn Scale PR224 Features
The Penn Scale PR224 offers advanced weighing performance suited to professional laboratories and food industry quality control with its digital readout, internal calibration, and stable measurement technology. Its stainless steel platform simplifies cleaning, and the balance’s compact design allows integration into diverse workspace layouts. Features like a backlit display and multi-user interface enhance usability in busy settings, while its 7-9/10" × 12-1/2" × 11-9/10"H dimensions ensure suitability for bench-top installation. The device’s precise verification scale interval of 0.0001 g supports high-accuracy demands, translating into consistent, reliable measurement outcomes for critical analytical tasks within food processing, ingredient testing, or research environments.
- High-precision measurement: 220 g capacity with 0.0001 g readability for analytical accuracy
- Robust construction: stainless steel platform and ABS housing resist daily wear and contamination
- Ease of calibration and maintenance: InCal™ internal calibration streamlines setup and reduces external calibration errors
- Operational simplicity: user-friendly interface with stability and overload indicators for quick assessments
- Secure integration: RS-232 port allows seamless connection to laboratory data systems and workflow automation
Designed for precise analytical weighing in professional labs and food quality control environments.
Penn Scale PR224 Technical Specs
The Penn Scale PR224 balances operate on a 100-240V power supply at 50/60Hz, supporting universal electrical compatibility. Structurally, they incorporate a durable plastic housing with a stainless steel round platform measuring 3 inches in diameter, optimized for stability and sanitation. The dimensions of the balance are 7.9 inches in width, 12.5 inches in depth, and 11.9 inches in height, with a weight of 16 pounds, supporting portability with industrial-grade robustness. The self-contained design ensures reliable operation without external refrigeration or cooling systems. The balances are constructed to withstand operating temperatures typically found in lab or food processing environments, and their materials meet safety and cleaning standards for quick disinfection. The LCD backlit display enhances readability in various lighting conditions, supporting efficient workflow. Additional features include easy disassembly for cleaning, a removable stainless steel platform, integrated weigh below hook, security bracket, and comprehensive connectivity options such as RS-232 for data exchange. The balance is not certified for trade but excels in precision measurement tasks within laboratory or food quality assurance settings.
- Electrical requirements: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, compatible worldwide
- Construction materials: ABS plastic housing, stainless steel platform
- Dimensions and weight: 7.9" W × 12.5" D × 11.9" H; 16 lbs
- Platform details: 3-inch diameter round stainless steel weighing platform
- Features for workflow: integrated weigh below hook, security bracket, RS-232 port
- Cleaning and maintenance: disassembly for cleaning, durable construction
- Operational environment: temperature-resistant, suitable for laboratory and food industry
What is a commercial precision balance?
A commercial precision balance is a high-accuracy weighing instrument used in laboratories, quality control, and food production. It provides exact measurements for small samples, ingredients, or components, supporting detailed analyses and compliance with high standards. The Penn Scale PR224 balances are installed on workbenches or laboratory tables, offering stability and ease of calibration, ideal for applications requiring measurement accuracy of 0.0001 g. These balances are commonly used in research institutions, research and development, and food safety testing environments where meticulous weight determination is essential for ensuring product consistency and quality assurance.
Top precision balances for laboratory and food industry analysis
Professional-grade precise weighing in dedicated laboratory or food quality control environments, Penn Scale PR224 balances are built for reliable operation and adaptable workflows. Designed for moderate throughput settings like quality assurance stations and ingredient testing, Penn PR224 analytical balances uphold accuracy and durability, with advanced features suitable for analytical weight measurement tasks.
- Operation Type — suited for quality control laboratories
- Workload Qualifier — ideal for moderate throughput environments
- Foodservice Category — fitting for ingredient and sample analysis
- Workflow — supports high-precision analytical tasks requiring consistent accuracy
- Application — suited for laboratory and food processing analysis
Why Choose Penn Scale PR224 ?
Compared to similar analytical balances, the Penn Scale PR224 offers a robust combination of durability, internal calibration, and user-friendly features that enhance operational accuracy and workflow efficiency. Its stainless steel platform and plastic housing provide resistance to contamination and daily wear, while the integrated calibration system eliminates the need for external weights. Its compact size and multi-user interface facilitate multiple simultaneous users and seamless data integration, making it a reliable solution for precision weighing in professional settings.
- Self-contained design with internal calibration reduces external calibration needs
- Compact footprint supports efficient use in limited workspace
- Stainless steel platform ensures longevity and sanitation
- High-accuracy measurement with 0.0001 g readability
- Advanced digital interface with RS-232 for easy data transfer
