Manual Mass Comparators

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Manual Mass Comparators by Sartorius deliver high-precision mass metrology for calibration labs and national institutes.

Key Features:

High-resolution weighing technology: Enables detection of the smallest mass differences for reliable calibration of reference and working weights.

Stable mechanical design: Provides excellent repeatability and long-term stability, even under demanding laboratory conditions.

Manual comparison workflow: Offers full control of loading and measurement steps, ideal for customized procedures and training environments.

Integration in metrology standards: Supports calculations according to OIML R111 and ASTM E617 for documented measurement uncertainty.

Popular Applications:

National metrology institutes: Realizes primary and secondary mass standards that underpin national measurement systems.

Accredited calibration laboratories: Calibrates knob weights and other mass standards with traceability for industrial scales and balances.

Quality control in manufacturing: Verifies reference weights used in production weighing equipment to maintain regulatory compliance.

Research and development: Supports precision experiments in physics and materials science requiring defined mass values.

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Manual Mass Comparators

Manual Mass Comparators by Sartorius deliver high-precision mass metrology for calibration labs and national institutes.

Key Features:

High-resolution weighing technology: Enables detection of the smallest mass differences for reliable calibration of reference and working weights.

Stable mechanical design: Provides excellent repeatability and long-term stability, even under demanding laboratory conditions.

Manual comparison workflow: Offers full control of loading and measurement steps, ideal for customized procedures and training environments.

Integration in metrology standards: Supports calculations according to OIML R111 and ASTM E617 for documented measurement uncertainty.

Popular Applications:

National metrology institutes: Realizes primary and secondary mass standards that underpin national measurement systems.

Accredited calibration laboratories: Calibrates knob weights and other mass standards with traceability for industrial scales and balances.

Quality control in manufacturing: Verifies reference weights used in production weighing equipment to maintain regulatory compliance.

Research and development: Supports precision experiments in physics and materials science requiring defined mass values.

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  • Cubis® MCM Manual Mass Comparator
    Cubis® MCM Manual Mass Comparator
    Article number
    MCM6.7-DAKKS
    Maximum Weighing Capacity
    6.1 g
    Scale Interval
    0.1 µg
    DAkkS Certificate
    Yes
    Price
    Article number
    MCM6.7-DAKKS
    Maximum Weighing Capacity
    6.1 g
    Scale Interval
    0.1 µg
    DAkkS Certificate
    Yes
    Article number
    MCM6.7
    Maximum Weighing Capacity
    6.1 g
    Scale Interval
    0.1 µg
    DAkkS Certificate
    No
    Article number
    MCA36MC
    Maximum Weighing Capacity
    32 g
    Scale Interval
    1 µg
    DAkkS Certificate
    Optional (YCM20MC-DAKKS)

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Sartorius manual mass comparators are high‑precision instruments designed for the accurate comparison, calibration, and verification of reference weights and mass standards in metrology, quality control, and calibration laboratories. Built on decades of weighing expertise, they combine mechanical stability, finely engineered comparison mechanisms, and high‑resolution indication to achieve exceptionally low measurement uncertainty, even at the highest accuracy classes.

These comparators are engineered for use with OIML and ASTM weight classes, from high‑capacity reference standards down to small laboratory weights. Robust, low‑drift mechanical construction minimizes the influence of environmental changes such as temperature fluctuations, air currents, and vibrations. Carefully selected bearing systems and friction‑optimized mechanical linkages ensure that measurement results are repeatable and linear over the full comparison range.

Operation is fully manual, giving the user direct control over the loading, substitution, and comparison steps. This allows experienced technicians to apply established substitution methods and comparison schemes in accordance with international metrology guidelines and internal SOPs. The manual design also means the instruments are particularly well suited for specialized tasks, method development, and situations where full automation is not required or where the operator must visually inspect or verify each step.

Depending on the model, Sartorius manual mass comparators provide extremely fine readability and high sensitivity, making them ideal for calibration of weights used with high‑resolution analytical and micro balances. The mechanical comparator is typically combined with a high‑accuracy electronic indicator or precision balance, enabling traceable, documentable results. Some systems can be integrated into existing calibration software or LIMS environments to streamline data collection, traceability, and reporting in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Ergonomic aspects such as accessible loading areas, intuitive controls, and smooth movement of the weighing mechanism support safe handling of heavy reference weights and reduce operator fatigue. Optional accessories, such as protective enclosures, weight handling tools, and environmental monitoring components, help further improve measurement reliability and compliance with laboratory standards.

Overall, Sartorius manual mass comparators provide a dependable and precise solution for national metrology institutes, accredited calibration laboratories, and industrial QC labs that demand reproducible, traceable mass comparison with direct operator control and long‑term mechanical stability.