The Penn Scale PR522N/E Ohaus® PR Series Analytical Precision Balance is a professional-grade digital scale designed for applications requiring high accuracy and reliable performance in laboratory and industrial food processing environments. This Class II analytical balance features ExCal internal calibration for consistent precision, with a capacity of 520 grams and a readability of 0.01 grams. Its dimensions include a 7-9/10-inch length, 12-1/2-inch width, and 11-9/10-inch height, with a stainless steel platform for durability and ease of cleaning. Equipped with a backlit display, multi-user functionality, and multiple weighing units, it supports versatile tasks such as parts counting, percentage weighing, and basic ingredient measurements, making it suitable for high-precision portion control and quality assurance in food production. Its technical configuration ensures linearity of ±0.002 grams and a stability stabilization time of approximately 2 seconds, providing accurate results in fast-paced kitchen or laboratory workflows.
Top Penn Scale PR522N/E Features
The Penn Scale PR522N/E balances provide precise measurements with a 520 g capacity at 0.01 g resolution, featuring internal ExCal calibration for maintenance-free accuracy. Its stainless steel platform ensures durability in commercial food environments, while the multi-user interface facilitates workflow management and data recording. Easy-to-read backlit display and stability indicator support quick, accurate weighing tasks, ideal for ingredient portioning, parts counting, and quality control in professional kitchens and laboratories.
- High-precision measurement: 520 g capacity with 0.01 g resolution for detailed portion control
- Durable stainless steel platform: withstands frequent cleaning and food contact standards
- Internal calibration system: ExCal ensures consistent accuracy without manual calibration
- Multi-user functionality: supports multiple operators with user-specific settings
- Fast stabilization time: 2-second response enhances workflow efficiency
Recommended for precise ingredient weighing, parts counting, and quality checks in food manufacturing.
Penn Scale PR522N/E Technical Specs
The Penn Scale PR522N/E utilizes a 120V-240V, 50/60Hz power supply, indicating compatibility with standard electrical outlets for versatile installation. Its self-contained, stainless steel platform construction ensures reliable food-safe operation, resistant to corrosion, and easy maintenance. The balance measures 7.9 inches wide, 12.5 inches deep, and 11.9 inches high, with a total weight of approximately 15.4 pounds, suitable for bench-top placement in professional kitchens, laboratories, or food processing lines. The unit complies with NTEP standards for legal trade use, supporting accurate and validated measurements for commercial applications. Its internal system allows for precise linearity of ±0.002 grams and repeatability of 0.001 grams, with a stabilization time of about 2 seconds, facilitating efficient workflow with minimal downtime. The platform’s design supports easy disassembly for cleaning, and the balance’s compatibility with RS-232 ports allows seamless integration into digital data recording systems for inventory or quality management.
- Electrical Requirements: 120V - 240V, 50/60Hz, single-phase, 12-18VA
- Construction & Finish: Stainless steel platform, durable plastic housing
- Dimensions: Width 7.9 inches; Depth 12.5 inches; Height 11.9 inches
- Weight: 15.4 pounds (product only)
- Compatibility: RS-232 port for data transfer and digital integration
- Calibration: Internal ExCal internal calibration system
What is a commercial digital scale
A commercial digital scale is a high-precision measurement instrument used in food production, laboratories, and quality control settings to deliver accurate, verified weights for ingredients, portions, or parts. The Penn Scale PR522N/E is an example that features a stainless steel platform, internal calibration, and NTEP approval suitable for legal trade applications. It is installed in bench-top setups within professional kitchens, laboratories, or food manufacturing facilities, providing reliable results for moderate-volume workflows. Designed for durability and stability, it supports precise ingredient portioning and quality assurance tasks, essential for maintaining product consistency and operational efficiency in high-standard foodservice environments.
Top digital scales for foodservice environments
Professional digital scales designed for retail and industrial kitchens offer high accuracy, durable construction, and seamless data integration. Penn Scale PR522N/E balances provide reliable, precise measurement suitable for routine food portioning, inventory management, and quality assurance in busy foodservice settings, with a robust build and user-friendly features supporting consistent operation and workflow optimization.
- Operation for moderate-volume food processing environments
- Ideal for compact commercial kitchens and laboratories
- Designed for scale-based portion control in restaurant kitchens
- Suitable for quality audits in food manufacturing plants
- Supports digital data transfer for inventory and record keeping
Why Choose Penn Scale PR522N/E
Compared to similar analytical balances, the Penn Scale PR522N/E balances feature a stainless steel platform, internal ExCal calibration, and multi-user functionality that enhance reliability, ease of maintenance, and workflow integration. Its compact footprint and precision design make it ideal for detailed ingredient measurement and quality control in food and laboratory applications, providing consistent, verified results essential for professional operation.
- Compact design fits tight bench-top spaces in kitchens
- Self-contained stainless steel platform ensures durability
- Internal ExCal calibration minimizes downtime and manual adjustments
- Seamless data connectivity supports digital workflows
- Legal for trade approval enhances measurement validity
