Kern FCD 10K-3 bench balance 15 kg / 0.5 g
€193.50
% Manufacturer's RRP: €215.00 10% below manufacturer's RRP
- Weighing range 15 kg, readability 0.5 g, 30,000 divisions
- Reproducibility 0.5 g, linearity ± 1.5 g, stabilisation time 3 s
- Minimum unit weight when piece counting 500 mg (laboratory), 5 g (normal)
- Recommended adjustment weight 15 kg (M2), stainless steel weighing plate 230 x 300 mm
- Permanently installed Li-ion rechargeable battery, RS-232 as standard, operation via 2 keys
- Plug-in mains adaptor with adaptors for EU and UK, net weight approx. 3.2 kg
ⓘ This product description has been translated from German using AI. Despite careful review, we do not guarantee that the translation is error-free; in case of doubt, the German version shall prevail.
Product information "Kern FCD 10K-3 bench balance 15 kg / 0.5 g"
The Kern FCD is a bench balance with a permanently installed Li-ion rechargeable battery that works at changing locations without a mains connection, for example in production, storage and dispatch. Four models weigh from 3 kg to 30 kg and have a readability of 0.1 g to 1 g. An RS-232 interface for connecting a printer is fitted as standard. The balance is operated using just two keys.
Rechargeable battery and power supply
The rechargeable battery has 3.7 V and 4,000 mAh (14.8 Wh) and, according to the data sheet, has passed the tests according to UN 38.3. According to Kern, it runs for 30 h with backlight and 50 h without. Charging is carried out via the plug-in mains adaptor (5 V, 1 A), which is rated for 100 V to 240 V at 50/60 Hz. Adaptors for EU and UK are included; an adaptor for CH is available as an option. In mains operation, the balance does not switch off automatically.
Weighing, counting and checking
When counting items, the reference quantity can be entered freely. The balance then converts the weight into pieces. The minimum unit weight is specified in the model table; under laboratory conditions, it ranges from 100 mg for the FCD 3K-3 to 1 g for the FCD 30K-2. When weighing with a tolerance range, a visual and audible signal supports portioning, dosing and sorting. Weight readings can be totalled. The units are switchable, including kg, g and lb. The LCD has 25 mm high digits and a white backlight; menu navigation is via icons.
Which weighing range
All four models have 30,000 divisions; the readability increases with the weighing range: 0.1 g to 3 kg, 0.2 g to 6 kg, 0.5 g to 15 kg and 1 g to 30 kg. Despite the 10 in its name, the FCD 10K-3 model weighs up to 15 kg. Reproducibility and linearity are specified in the model table; linearity is three times the readability in each case.
Design
The stainless steel weighing plate measures 230 x 300 mm, whilst the weighing platform measures 300 x 230 x 12.5 mm. The plastic housing is 340 mm wide and 320 mm deep, with a height of 110 mm (FCD 10K-3: 100 mm). The spirit level and adjustable feet are used for levelling. The balance weighs around 3.2 kg. It operates at temperatures between 0 °C and 40 °C and at humidity levels of up to 80 %.
Typical applications
- Dispatch and goods receipt: weighing parcels and containers up to 30 kg
- Warehouse: determining the quantity of small parts based on their weight
- Production: portioning batches and checking them against limit values
- Mobile workstations: weighing without a power socket within reach
- Workshop and service: weighing materials and spare parts
Models at a glance
| Model | Weighing range (Max) | Readability (d) | Reproducibility | Linearity | Minimum unit weight when piece counting (laboratory / normal) | Recommended adjustment weight | Housing height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCD 3K-3 | 3 kg | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | ± 0.3 g | 100 mg / 1 g | 3 kg (M2) | 110 mm |
| FCD 6K-3 | 6 kg | 0.2 g | 0.2 g | ± 0.6 g | 200 mg / 2 g | 6 kg (M2) | 110 mm |
| FCD 10K-3 | 15 kg | 0.5 g | 0.5 g | ± 1.5 g | 500 mg / 5 g | 15 kg (M2) | 100 mm |
| FCD 30K-2 | 30 kg | 1 g | 1 g | ± 3 g | 1 g / 10 g | 30 kg (M2) | 110 mm |
Technical details
These values apply to all models. Deviating values are given in the model table.
| Weighing system | Strain gauge |
| Resolution | 30,000 divisions |
| Stabilisation time | 3 s |
| Weighing plate | Stainless steel, 230 x 300 mm (platform 300 x 230 x 12.5 mm) |
| Housing | Plastic, 340 x 320 mm, height 110 mm (FCD 10K-3: 100 mm) |
| Display | LCD, white backlight, 145 x 25 mm, digit height 25 mm |
| Operation | 2 keys, symbolic language |
| Reference count when counting | can be entered freely |
| Adjustment | external, adjustment weight (M2) equal to weighing range |
| Interface | RS-232 as standard |
| Rechargeable battery | Li-ion permanently installed, 3.7 V, 4,000 mAh (14.8 Wh), operating time 30 h with and 50 h without backlight |
| Power supply | Plug-in mains adaptor, 5 V, 1 A, input 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, adaptors for EU and UK (CH optional) |
| Net weight | approx. 3.2 kg |
| Ambient temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C |
| Humidity | up to 80 % |
| DAkkS calibration certificate | can be ordered separately, item no. 963-127 (FCD 3K-3) or 963-128 (other models) |
| Warranty (manufacturer) | 24 months according to Kern, excluding wear parts |
Scope of delivery
- Kern FCD bench balance with stainless steel weighing plate and integrated Li-ion rechargeable battery
- Plug-in mains adaptor with adaptors for EU and UK
Calibration
A DAkkS calibration certificate can be ordered separately: item no. 963-127 for FCD 3K-3, item no. 963-128 for FCD 6K-3, FCD 10K-3 and FCD 30K-2. The confirmation of manufacturer specification (969-517) is only available in conjunction with the DAkkS calibration certificate.
Warranty
According to Kern & Sohn, these devices come with a 2-year warranty. Kern grants 3 years on products with a list price of €500 or more and 2 years on products below that and on components; wear parts such as batteries and rechargeable batteries are excluded. Warranty repairs are carried out by Kern or by a Kern dealer.
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Regulatory information
As electrical devices, the balances fall under the ElektroG. The manufacturer Kern & Sohn GmbH is registered under the WEEE registration number DE 80821200. How to return old appliances is described on the page Environment and disposal.
Individual requirements and procurement service
Working protective covers (YBA-A21, YBA-A21S05 with 5 pieces), the rechargeable battery (YKR-03), the plug-in mains adaptor (YKA-48), the RS-232 interface cable (CFS-A01), the RS-232 to USB converter (AFH 13), the thermal printer (YKC-01) and the needle printer (YKT-01) are also available. Enquiries are handled via our procurement service.
| Weighing range (Max): | 15 kg |
|---|---|
| Readability (d): | 0.5 g |
| Verifiable: | no |
| Design: | FCD 10K-3 · 15 kg |
| Power supply: | Mains operation |