Kern PCB 10000-1 precision balance 10 kg / 0.1 g

The Kern PCB is a precision balance for laboratory and industry with strain gauges and the KERN Universal Port (KUP) for interface adaptors. Three models weigh up to 6,000 g or 10 kg and have a readability of 1 g or 0.1 g. The stainless steel weighing pan measures 150 x 170 mm, the plastic housing 163 x 245 x 65 mm. The balance is supplied with a power supply and also runs on an internal rechargeable battery, which is optional.

KUP connection and data transmission

The interface adaptors are simply plugged into the KUP connection; the housing stays closed. The options available are RS-232, USB device, Ethernet, WLAN and Bluetooth BLE. According to Kern, the extension box KUP-13 allows up to three adaptors to be operated at the same time. Via the KERN Communication Protocol (KCP), external controllers or computers can query and remotely control the balance. According to Kern, the software KERN EasyTouch is compatible and records and evaluates the weighing data.

Everyday functions

The PRE-TARE function subtracts a known container weight in advance; this helps with fill quantity checks. With the formulation function, the components of a mixture can be weighed in; the total weight can be retrieved. When weighing within a tolerance range (checkweighing), a visual signal supports portioning, dosing or sorting. The weighing unit is fully programmable, for example to display thread length (g/m) or paper weight (g/m²). According to Kern, an anti-shock system between the weighing plate and the load cell dampens vibrations during weighing. The LCD has digits 21 mm high.

The three models

The PCB 6000-0 weighs up to 6,000 g with a readability of 1 g, whilst the PCB 6000-1 weighs up to 6,000 g with a readability of 0.1 g. For the PCB 10000-1, these are 10 kg and 0.1 g (specified as 0.0001 kg in the Kern data). The minimum unit weight for piece counting is 2 g (laboratory) and 20 g (standard conditions) for the PCB 6000-0, and 200 mg and 2 g for the other two. All three have a stabilisation time of 3 s.

Power and environment

The plug-in mains adaptor operates at 100 V to 240 V and 50 Hz or 60 Hz; adaptors for EU, UK, US and CH are included. The optional internal rechargeable battery (Li-ion) has a charging time of 8 h and an operating time of 24 h with and 48 h without backlight. In rechargeable battery operation, the balance switches off after a selectable interval of 30 s to 60 min. The permissible range is -10 °C to 40 °C and up to 80 % humidity.

Typical applications

• Laboratory applications: weighing in and formulations up to 10 kg
• Educational institutions: balance with standardised operating logic and data output
• Research and development: connection to a PC via a KUP adapter and KCP
• Industrial applications: fill quantity control with PRE-TARE and checkweighing

Models at a glance

Technical details

These values apply to all models. Deviating values are given in the model table.

Calibration

For the PCB series, Kern does not list a conformity assessment under the NAWI Directive (2014/31/EU). A DAkkS calibration certificate (item no. 963-128) can be ordered separately. The confirmation of manufacturer specification (969-517) is only available in conjunction with the DAkkS calibration certificate.

Scope of delivery

• Kern PCB precision balance with stainless steel weighing pan
• Working protective cover
• Hook for below-balance weighing
• Plug-in mains adaptor with country adaptors for EU, UK, US and CH

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.

Downloads

• Operating instructions Kern PCB (PDF)

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

The KUP interface adaptors KUP-01 (RS-232), KUP-03 (USB device), KUP-04 (Ethernet), KUP-05 (WLAN) and KUP-06 (Bluetooth BLE), the extension box KUP-13, the signal lamp CFS-A03, the rechargeable battery YKR-01, the plug-in mains adaptor YKA-27, working protective covers (YBA-A12, YBA-A12S05), thermal printers (YKC-01, YKH-01), the dot-matrix printer YKG-01, the needle printer YKT-01, the anti-vibration table YPS-03 and the anti-vibration plates YPS-04 and YPS-05 are also available. For the PCB 10000-1, Kern also lists the test weight 326-14 (OIML class F1, nominal value 10 kg, Eco form, polished stainless steel). Enquiries are handled via our procurement service.