The Ohaus Pioneer balance has been discontinued and replaced with the new and improved Pioneer PX523/E milligram balance.
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Ohaus PA523 Pioneer Plus Milligram Balance

New and improved with density determination, backlit display and more.
520 gram capacity x 0.001 gram resolution

"In A Nutshell"
PowerPower adapter (included)
DisplayBacklit LCD
TareTo capacity by subtraction
CalibrationExternal : 200g
InterfaceRS232
Platform Size4.72" diameter
Scale Size7.7" x 11.3" x 12.6"
Weighing Modes14

Weighing Modes

Mode:Capacity:Resolution:
Mode: MilligramsCapacity: 520000 mgResolution: 1 mg
Mode: GramsCapacity: 520.000 gResolution: 0.001 g
Mode: CaratsCapacity: 2600.000 ctResolution: 0.005 ct
Mode: OuncesCapacity: 18.34245 ozResolution: 0.00005 oz
Mode: PennyweightsCapacity: 334.367 dwtResolution: 0.001 dwt
Mode: TicalCapacity: 31.8240 ticalResolution: 0.0001 tical
Mode: TolaCapacity: 44.5823 tolaResolution: 0.0001 tola
Mode: MommesCapacity: 138.665 momResolution: 0.005 mom
Mode: BahtCapacity: 34.6666 bhtResolution: 0.0001 bht
Mode: GrainCapacity: 8024.82 GrainResolution: 0.02 Grain
Mode: MesghalCapacity: 112.8470 msgResolution: 0.0005 msg
Mode: NewtonCapacity: 5.09945 NResolution: 0.00001 N
Mode: Troy OuncesCapacity: 16.71835 oztResolution: 0.00005 ozt
Mode: Custom UnitCapacity: 520.000 gResolution: 0.001 g
Mode: Dynamic WeighingCapacity: 520.000 gResolution: 0.001 g
Mode: CountingDetails: Standard
Mode: Percent WeighingDetails: % of sample
Mode: Density DeterminationDetails: Solids and liquids

Product Details

Fast & Accurate With Magnetic Force RestorationThis lab balance is equipped with magnetic force restoration, or electro-magnetic force, to provide super fast, accurate and repeatable measurements.

Weighing HookSometimes the thing ya need to weigh just won't fit on the scale's platform. Now that's a problem for most scales, but not the PA523 Pioneer. This high precision balance has a weighing hook built right into the bottom. This hook works by pulling on the weighing platform when an item is hanging from it, just like if ya were to put an item on top of the platform. This will come in handy for density determination, gravity calculation, and a lot more.

Does This Thing Count?You bet it does! All ya need to do is weigh a sample amount of pieces, so the PA523 can know how much each piece weighs, then start counting. You'll be finished in no time.

Average Piece WeightBefore ya start counting your pieces, ya need to let the PA-523 know how much each piece weighs. Ohaus made this simple by averaging the weight of the pieces ya put on the scale. Just type in how many pieces ya put on the platform, and the Pioneer will average the weights. The bigger your sample is, the more accurate the balance will be when counting your pieces.

RS-232 InterfaceThe Pioneer comes with an RS232 port built right in. This is important if you want to send your weight readings and other data to an external source like a computer or printer.

Percent WeighingThis feature will let ya compare the weights of your samples against a predetermined reference weight. This can be helpful with recipe formulation and adjusting batch sizes.

Easy CalibrationTo make sure ya keep getting the best weight readings from the PA523 Pioneer, it helps to calibrate it from time to time. This milligram balance has instructions to make calibrating your Pioneer easy. You'll just need to pick up a 200 gram calibration weight (not included) to get the job done.

Protective Draft ShieldWhen you're weighing with milligram balances like this one, even the tiniest breeze can interfere with weight readings. This Ohaus balance comes with a durable windscreen to keep out those pesky drafts. Oh, and don't worry, the Pioneer makes it easy to put your items on, or take them off, the platform. The top and sides slide all the way back.

Stainless Steel PlatformThe Pioneer series has a durable stainless steel weighing platform that doesn't scratch easily and will keep its shine without rusting or tarnishing.

Tare FeatureThe tare button on the front of the PA 523 Pioneer can be pressed to "zero out" the weight on the balance. You can then add more weight, and the display will only show the weight of the item you're adding. This sure is useful when ya want to use a separate weighing container, or get the weights of separate items.

Programmable Auto Printing FeatureThis lab balance will automatically print your data for you! Just tell the PA-523 to continuously send data to the printer, to send it at user selectable intervals, when the balance is stable, or to only send it when ya press the print key. That's pretty handy, right?

Liquid Level Indicator & Adjustable FeetThis very handy feature helps you quickly and easily get your balance nice and level. All ya have to do is adjust the feet on the bottom of the Pioneer until the spirit bubble is centered within the level indicator. A level balance is important for getting the most accurate weight readings.

Density DeterminationThe Ohaus Pioneer high precision balances can determine density of both liquids and solids. All ya have to do is enter a couple of parameters into the balance, and the PA523 will do the rest.

Dynamic WeighingThe PA-523 lab balance has a really cool dynamic weighing feature. This feature will allow ya to accurately weigh unstable items by calculating the average weight of what's on the platform. Great for animal weighing.

2 YEAR MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY!When ya buy the PA523 Pioneer, you'll need to head on over to the Ohaus website and register it to receive your two year warranty.

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