The Penn Scale PR5202N/E Ohaus® PR Series Analytical Precision Balance is a high-accuracy digital scale designed for precise measurement tasks in commercial foodservice operations. Engineered with a Class II designation, it provides a capacity of 5200 g with a resolution of 0.01 g, ensuring exacting weight measurements critical for recipe accuracy, portion control, and quality assurance. Featuring ExCal internal calibration, this balance maintains consistent accuracy over time, making it ideal for busy kitchens and food laboratories seeking reliable, compliant weighing solutions. Its compact dimensions of 7-9/10 inches in length, 12-1/2 inches in width, and 3-7/10 inches in height facilitate seamless integration into standard workspaces, while a stainless steel platform supports durability and hygiene standards necessary in food processing environments. The backlit display enhances readability, and multiple weighing units—including grams, kilograms, carats, grains, ounces, troy ounces, and pounds—support diverse measurement needs. This device offers quick stabilization within one second, and user-selectable calibration points ensure flexibility in calibration practices, all within a design that is guaranteed legal for trade use.
Top Penn Scale PR5202N/E Features
The Penn Scale PR5202N/E balances cater to commercial kitchens requiring precise portioning, parts counting, and percentage weighing. Equipped with a stainless steel round platform and durable ABS housing, the unit ensures longevity under frequent use. Its multi-user functionality simplifies workflow management, while integrated features like an RS-232 port facilitate data transfer to existing food inventory and reporting systems. The digital display, stability indicator, and overload/underload alerts enable efficient and safe operation in fast-paced environments.
- High-capacity 5200 g with 0.01 g resolution for precise portion control
- Stainless steel platform and ABS housing ensure durability and ease of cleaning
- User-friendly interface with backlit LCD improves visibility in various lighting conditions
- Multi-unit weighing options support diverse measurement requirements
- Integrated RS-232 port and multi-user feature streamline data management and workflow
Ideal for professional food prep, ingredient measurement, and quality control applications requiring high precision.
Penn Scale PR5202N/E Technical Specs
The Penn Scale PR5202N/E analytical balance operates on 100-240V, 50/60Hz power, making it suitable for worldwide use. Its self-contained stainless steel platform measures 7 inches in diameter, mounted on a plastic housing designed for impact resistance and sanitation. The device weighs approximately 11 pounds and measures 7.9 inches wide, 12.5 inches deep, and 3.7 inches high, fitting conveniently into standard food processing setups. The balance supports a linearity tolerance of +/- 0.02 grams and possesses NTEP certification for legal trade compliance. Built with a user-centric interface featuring a backlit screen, it ensures clear readings in various environments, while internal calibration maintains measurement integrity without external weight adjustments. The device’s construction and calibration features make it suitable for frequent cleaning and maintenance, aligned with food safety standards. Its compact footprint and stainless steel platform offer efficient workflow integration, while the over- and underload indicators prevent damage. The balance’s versatile design supports multiple measurement units, and its robust construction is designed for medium workload environments and continuous use in commercial kitchens.
- Electrical Requirements: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, single-phase, 12-18VA
- Construction & Finish: Stainless steel platform, ABS housing, color not specified
- Dimensions: W 7.9" x D 12.5" x H 3.7"
- Weight: 11 lbs (product only)
- Compliance and Certification: NTEP legal for trade
- Platform Material: Stainless steel, round, 7 inches in diameter
- Calibration: ExCal internal calibration for consistent accuracy
- Electrical Compatibility & Setup: Requires 100-240V, typical circuits suitable for professional kitchens
- Sanitation & Maintenance: Constructed with food-safe stainless steel, easy-to-clean platform
- Installation Space: Compact footprint fits standard workbenches with minimal clearance
- Workflow Integration: Data output via RS-232 supports modern inventory systems
- Environmental Tolerance: Designed for indoor use within typical foodservice temperature ranges
What is a commercial analytical balance?
A commercial analytical balance is a precision measuring instrument used in food industry settings for exact weight determination of ingredients, samples, or products. Installed in food laboratories, kitchens, or quality control stations, these balances provide high-resolution readings with features such as internal calibration, multiple weighing units, and durability suitable for daily use. The Penn Scale PR5202N/E balances are designed to deliver consistent accuracy with a capacity of 5200 grams and resolution of 0.01 grams, making them ideal for applications including ingredient measurement, portioning, and compliance testing in professional settings to ensure recipe precision and product consistency.
Top commercial digital balances for foodservice
Top commercial digital balances such as the Penn Scale PR5202N/E combine robustness, high precision, and versatile features for accurate food ingredient measurement in professional kitchens. Engineered for moderate workloads, these balances support detailed portion control and inventory management, suitable for food prep areas, bakery stations, and quality assurance points. Penn Scale PR5202N/E balances are designed for efficient operation and easy cleaning, making them well-suited for mid-volume foodservice environments.
- Moderate-volume operations — supporting precise ingredient measurement
- Compact commercial kitchen equipment — space-efficient and durable
- Food preparation settings — ensuring accurate portions and quality control
- Workload medium — optimized for daily, consistent usage
- Ingredient processing — suitable for manual and automated workflows
Why Choose Penn Scale PR5202N/E?
Why choose the Penn Scale PR5202N/E over similar balances is its combination of precision, durability, and user-focused design. Featuring a stainless steel platform, internal calibration, and versatile weighing units, it offers consistent accuracy and ease of integration into food safety and quality workflows. Its compact form factor and comprehensive feature set support daily operational demands in professional food environments.
- Self-contained design simplifies workspace integration
- High-resolution 0.01 g capacity for detailed ingredient measurement
- Built-in internal calibration reduces downtime and maintenance costs
- Robust stainless steel platform withstands frequent cleaning and impact
- Versatile multi-unit weighing supports multiple measurement needs in various processes
