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Kern PCB Compact Laboratory Balance

Our Price: £146.00£274.00 + VAT (£175.20 - £328.80 inc VAT)

The Standard In Laboratory, Ideal For A Wide Range Of Applications

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Description

Everyday lab weighing, made simple.

If you’re looking for a compact, no-fuss balance that still gives you the accuracy you need, the Kern PCB is a great place to start. It’s designed for everyday tasks — quick weigh-ins, basic lab work, or classroom use — and it does exactly what you need it to do, without overcomplicating things.

With readabilities from 0.001g, it’s accurate enough for most standard applications, yet small enough to fit neatly on any bench or desk.


What makes it so easy to work with?

  • It’s compact, but powerful
    Don’t be fooled by the size — the PCB packs in a surprising amount of precision. Whether you’re weighing powders, parts, or samples, it delivers reliable results fast.

  • Clear display, quick readings
    No squinting at the screen here. The bright, backlit display is easy to read, and you’ll get stable readings in just a few seconds. No waiting around.

  • Straightforward to use
    The buttons are clearly labelled and the layout just makes sense. If you’ve used a balance before, you’ll pick this one up instantly. And if you haven’t, you’ll still find it a breeze.

  • Easy to clean and care for
    Smooth surfaces, minimal crevices — it’s built with everyday lab use in mind. A quick wipe-down between tasks is all it takes.

  • Handy built-in features
    Tare function? Check. Counting mode? Yep. Percentage weighing and unit conversions? All included. It’s got the essentials covered.

  • Take it anywhere
    Use it with the mains adapter, or pop in a battery when you need to move it between workstations or take it out into the field.


Where it fits best

The PCB is a great fit for:

  • School and university science labs

  • Quality control departments

  • Light industrial use

  • Field sampling

  • Cosmetic and formulation work

Basically, anywhere you need accurate, dependable weighing without the bulk.


Quick spec overview

Feature Details
Readability From 0.001g
Capacity range 120g – 6000g (depending on model)
Pan size Ø120 mm or 150 x 170 mm
Display Backlit LCD
Functions Tare, counting, percentage, unit conversion
Power Mains or 9V battery
Calibration External

Why Kern?

Kern’s been making high-precision balances for over 175 years — and it shows. They’re known for reliability, simplicity, and value. The PCB is no exception. It’s ideal if you just want something that works, day in and day out, without costing the earth.

If you need a lab balance that’s compact, accurate, and easy to live with, the Kern PCB ticks all the right boxes.

MPN:

PCB 200-3           4045761215610

PCB 300-3           4045761243187

PCB 300-2           4045761243200

PCB 1000-2         4045761243170

PCB 3000-2         4045761243194

PCB 2000-1         4045761215689

PCB 6000-1         4045761243163

PCB 10000-1       4045761243156

PCB 6000-0         4045761215726

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We endeavour to deliver your goods to you as fast as we can. A large percentage of our orders are delivered in 3 - 5 working days (all mainland UK postcodes except IV, AB and KW) but some goods can take longer if they are delivered direct from the manufacturer or if the item is made to order. Please note, IV, AB and KW postcodes and non-mainland UK including Northern Ireland can take longer. Please give us a call if your order is urgent to verify the delivery time or see if a faster delivery is possible (additional costs may apply for larger orders).

The following delivery charges may apply per order:
  • £12.00 + VAT – Mainland UK
  • £30.00 + VAT – UK non-mainland

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please see below for answers to frequently asked questions.

A calibration certificate proves the accuracy of your weighing equipment. It is very likely that if accuracy matters in your workplace, certification will be required by your industry regulators. They are straightforward to get hold of though. Just ask our team.

If you are trading or transacting anything by weight, you will probably need to demonstrate your weighing equipment is verified for trade use. This gives your customers confidence in your business and will make sure buying and selling run smoothly. We can help get you with relevant approvals for your equipment.

The answer will vary depending on how your equipment is used. As a minimum, we typically recommend once a year but our team can provide advice based on your individual circumstances.

The International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) has established standards for the classification of calibration test weights. Varying from E0 & E1, which are the most accurate to M2 which are commonly used for calibrating platform scales, floor scales and other industrial weighing instruments.

As a rough guide we have listed desired accuracy against class below.

+/- 0.1% – UNclassed Proof Load Test Weights
+/- 0.05% – M3 (Check/calibrate coarse scales)
+/- 0.005% – M1 (Check/calibrate standard scales)
+/- 0.0015% – F2 (Check/calibrate portable balances)
+/- 0.0005% – F1 (Check/calibrate precision balances)
+/- 0.00015% – E2 (Check/calibrate analytical balances)

The choice of weight class depends on the intended use and the level of accuracy required for a particular application. If you’re unsure, talk to our team who can advise you on the right class for your equipment.

If you’re sending a scale back to us for recalibration, it is ideal to use the original packaging. If this is not available choose a sturdy well-padded box to avoid shocks. Where possible, protect the load sensor by removing the weighing pan and any under-pan support and pack these separately in the box. You may be able to use the equipment’s locking pins or screws too.

Do ensure all the paperwork, including your contact details, is included to ensure we can return it once calibration is complete.

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