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Marsden Charder MA601 Advanced Body Composition Analyser (Class III Approved)

Regular Price: £4,085.20 + VAT (£4,902.24 inc VAT)
Sale Price: £3,813.00 + VAT (£4,575.60 inc VAT)

Why Buy From Scales and Balances?

Invest in clinical precision with the confidence of a specialist UK partner:

  • Authorised Marsden & Charder Distributor: 100% genuine Class III Approved medical hardware with full UK-based technical support.

  • Industry-Leading 8-Year Warranty: Long-term protection and peace of mind for the most demanding hospital and gym environments.

  • CQC & ISO Compliance Ready: Specialist guidance to ensure your device meets all medical audit and calibration requirements.

  • Specialist Handling: Secure, tracked delivery to ensure your 7″ touchscreen and BIA sensors arrive calibrated and ready for use.

  • Expert Interpretive Support: Access to our team for help with setup, data storage, and thermal printer integration.

Calibration certificate traceable to National Standards (Small Scale/Balance)

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Description

The Marsden Charder MA601 is a Class III Approved advanced body composition analyser. Featuring triple-frequency BIA, 300kg capacity, and an 8-year warranty. Ideal for NHS, pharmacies, and elite gyms.

The Marsden Charder MA601 is the gold standard in diagnostic weighing, representing a landmark partnership in medical engineering. By combining Charder’s world-leading Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) technology with Marsden’s renowned UK clinical support and 8-year reliability, the MA601 delivers DEXA-correlated accuracy for the most demanding professional environments.

As a Class III Approved medical device, the MA601 is legally certified for use in NHS hospitals, GP surgeries, and pharmacies. It is not merely a scale, but a comprehensive health-mapping tool used by elite sports teams and bariatric clinics to monitor internal physiological changes with clinical precision.

A Partnership of Precision: Marsden & Charder

When you invest in the MA601, you are benefiting from a global alliance:

  • Charder Medical: The original manufacturer and a global pioneer in BIA research, providing the sophisticated triple-frequency hardware.

  • Marsden Weighing: The UK’s largest medical scale provider, ensuring every unit meets stringent British healthcare standards and providing the industry-leading 8-year warranty.


Why the MA601 Surpasses Standard Analysers

The MA601 uses Triple-Frequency BIA Technology. Unlike standard body fat scales that use a single frequency, the MA601 sends three distinct electrical currents through the body. This allows it to penetrate the cell membrane, accurately distinguishing between Intracellular Water (ICW) and Extracellular Water (ECW)—a critical metric for identifying oedema, inflammation, and true cellular health.

Advanced Diagnostic Features:

  • Segmental Analysis: Detailed breakdown of fat and muscle distribution across five body segments (Trunk, Right Arm, Left Arm, Right Leg, Left Leg).

  • Muscle Quality Score: A unique metric that evaluates the integrity of muscle fibres, helping clinicians identify sarcopenia and trainers track genuine strength gains.

  • Massive 300kg Capacity: Featuring a low-profile, reinforced 450mm x 425mm platform to accommodate bariatric patients safely.

  • Automated Reporting: The integrated thermal printer provides an instant, easy-to-read diagnostic sheet for patient records or client consultations.

18+ Comprehensive Health Metrics

The MA601 provides a full medical breakdown in under 60 seconds, displayed on a 7-inch colour touchscreen:

  • Body Composition: Weight, BMI, Body Fat %, Fat Mass (FM), Fat-Free Mass (FFM), and Visceral Fat Level.

  • Muscular Analysis: Skeletal Muscle Mass (SMM), Muscle Mass (MM), and Protein Mass.

  • Fluid Balance: Total Body Water (TBW), ICW, ECW, and the ECW/TBW ratio.

  • Metabolic Insights: Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), Metabolic Age, and Phase Angle (Cellular Health).


Technical Specifications

The MA601 is a Class III Medical Device, the legal requirement for medical diagnosis and treatment in the UK. Note: This is a Medical Approval, not a “Trade Approval” (which is for buying/selling goods by weight).

Feature Details
Capacity 300kg
Graduations 100g
Approval Status Class III Approved (Medical Device)
Warranty 8-Year Industry-Leading Warranty
Display 7″ Colour Touchscreen with Voice Guidance
Dimensions 450mm x 425mm x 1055mm
Battery Life 50 Hours Continuous Use (Rechargeable)
Memory 50,000 Records
Included Accessory Integrated Thermal Printer

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Marsden/Charder MA601 Advanced Body Composition Analyser Datasheet

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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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